NOAA staffing and personnel
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Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, using funds previously appropriated for such purposes, the Secretary of Commerce shall— (1) take such actions as are necessary to ensure that NOAA, including the National Weather Service, is fully staffed to ensure timely and accurate data, forecasts, weather alerts, and resiliency resources are available to prepare for extreme weather events; and (2) reinstate any individuals who— (A) were involuntarily removed or otherwise terminated from employment with NOAA during the period beginning on January 20, 2025, and ending on the date of the enactment of this Act; and (B) elect to be reinstated.