United States Weather Research Program Act of 2002

H.R. 4791, the United States Weather Research Program Act of 2002, was designed to improve the accuracy and lead time of weather forecasts for high-impact events like hurricanes, floods, and heavy snowstorms. The bill directed federal agencies to prioritize research into the societal and economic impacts of weather, ensuring that emergency communications are more effective and that the most useful information reaches the public during disasters. By bridging the gap between laboratory research and real-world forecasting, the legislation aimed to provide citizens with more reliable warnings to protect lives and property.