A bill to amend the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act to reauthorize the National Volcano Early Warning and Monitoring System, and for other purposes.

# Bill Summary: National Volcano Early Warning and Monitoring System **What the Bill Does:** This bill would renew funding and authorization for the National Volcano Early Warning and Monitoring System, a federal program that tracks volcanic activity across the United States. The bill amends an existing conservation law to extend the system's operations, ensuring that volcanoes continue to be monitored for signs of eruption or other hazardous activity. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects people living near active volcanoes, particularly in Alaska, Hawaii, Washington, Oregon, and California. It also impacts the U.S. Geological Survey and other federal agencies responsible for volcano monitoring.

Indirectly, it affects anyone who might be endangered by volcanic hazards or their consequences. **Current Status:** S 1052 is currently in committee review and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. The bill was introduced by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK). Since it remains in the early stages of the legislative process, it is uncertain whether it will advance to a floor vote.