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Bill extends NOAA's Digital Coast program through 2030, adds underground data
Data as of July 11, 2026
The bill renews NOAA's Digital Coast program through 2030 and expands it to cover underground infrastructure data.35-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
The bill updates the Digital Coast Act by requiring that coastal data be "fully and freely available," not just accessible. It expands the program to include data on underground infrastructure like pipes and cables, and extends its authorization from 2025 to 2030.
Who does it affect?
The changes affect coastal communities, local governments, urban planners, engineers, and businesses that use coastal and underground infrastructure data. Everyday residents in coastal areas could also be affected through improved planning information.
Why does it matter?
The changes could increase public access to coastal data and add new categories of information available for construction and infrastructure planning. Continuing the program's authorization allows it to keep operating and receiving funding for five more years.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- Senate committee
- Senate vote
- House — You are here
- President's desk
Right now: it passed the Senate and now goes to the House. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the President.
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Official title
A bill to amend the Digital Coast Act to improve the acquisition, integration, and accessibility of data of the Digital Coast program and to extend the program.
- Introduced:
- July 10, 2025
- Latest action:
- March 3, 2026
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