House Science Committee

Yesterday, I voted to advance H.R. 7813, the NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act, out of @housescience committee, which includes my amendment to ensure NOAA Weather Radio transmitter equipment in the highest risk areas is prioritized for modernization.

Tennessee’s 7th District experienced catastrophic flooding in August 2021, that tragically claimed the lives of 20 Tennesseans in Humphreys County. The 2021 floods also damaged key communication infrastructure, leaving the NOAA Weather Radio transmitter in the county as an essential channel for weather alerts. That’s why I introduced an amendment to H.R. 7813, the NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act, during the @housescience committee markup. This bill takes an important step in the right direction, improving NOAA’s outdated weather radio equipment and expanding coverage to rural communities where severe weather events disrupt access to timely weather alerts. youtu.be/C3CxG_ltrVU

🚨 The NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act passed out of committee today.   This legislation strengthens NOAA Weather Radio, expands coverage in hard-to-reach areas, and improves critical warning systems—helping ensure Americans receive timely, life-saving alerts when it matters most.

🚨 STARTING NOW: Full Committee Markup - "NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act" WATCH LIVE ⬇️ youtube.com/live/PbOMi6CEe…

Better alerts. Broader reach. Stronger system. Modernizing NOAA Weather Radio will help ensure Americans receive timely, reliable warnings when it matters most. Tune in today at 10 a.m. ET to learn more.

Weather radio saves lives. When cell service fails, NOAA Weather Radio delivers—providing 24/7 alerts that keep communities safe, especially in rural areas. This effort modernizes that lifeline so more Americans receive timely warnings. Tune in tomorrow at 10 a.m. ET to see how our Committee is working to strengthen America’s emergency alert systems.

Stronger alerts. Safer communities. Chairman @RepBrianBabin previews tomorrow’s markup of the NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act. Tune in at 10 a.m. ET for your front row seat.

I’m excited to share that today @ENERGY announced $293M in funding to support the Genesis Mission National Science and Technology Challenges. Experts from the National Labs, industry, and academia are invited to apply to address these critical projects.

READ MORE from Chairman @RepRWilliams, @HSBCDems Ranking Member @NydiaVelazquez, @HouseScience Chairman @RepBrianBabin, and @ScienceDems Ranking Member @RepZoeLofgren. smallbusiness.house.gov/news/documents…

Today, @ENERGY is launching a $293 million program focused on leveraging novel AI models and frameworks to deliver real breakthroughs in energy, manufacturing, medicine, and more. This is @POTUS’s Genesis Mission in action. Apply by April 28, 2026. energy.gov/articles/energ…

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🚨This Wednesday, March 18th at 10:00 a.m. ET Full Committee Markup: NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act (H.R. 7813) 📍2318 Rayburn House Office Building

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The Genesis Mission is moving fast. I spoke with @fedscoop about the progress we’re making toward building the world’s most powerful scientific platform. Through accelerating science and discovery, our first minimum viable product is coming this year. fedscoop.com/energy-departm…

When severe weather strikes, timely alerts save lives. Today, Chairman @RepBrianBabin introduced the NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Act to modernize and expand the NOAA Weather Radio network—improving emergency alert coverage for millions of Americans, especially in rural communities. READ more below ⬇️ science.house.gov/press-releases…

.@POTUS signs a proclamation announcing the Ratepayer Protection Pledge to ensure American AI dominance, while also ensuring that Americans aren't stuck with higher electric bills as a result

Under @POTUS leadership, the biggest AI companies in the world are committing to the Ratepayer Protection Pledge. Data centers are the foundation of the internet and next generation technologies, supporting the U.S. economy and national security. Although electricity demand is increasing, Americans won’t be footing the bill. President Trump is leveraging the data center boom to benefit American households, businesses, and the energy grid at large.

Thank you Chairman @SenTedCruz and @SenateCommerce for advancing the NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026. A major bipartisan step towards empowering the agency to execute on @POTUS’s National Space Policy to return @NASA astronauts to the Moon and build the base. 🇺🇸

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Proud to support AIAA’s bid to host a future International Astronautical Congress in the U.S.   At a time of growing global competition in space, bringing the IAC to the U.S. would strengthen international cooperation and showcase American leadership. houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-t…