The IOOS Regional Network Urgently Needs Your Support!
Last week, the Fiscal Year 2025 President’s Budget was released, along with the Congressional Justification outlining the NOAA component of that budget. The proposed budget for IOOS Regional Observations is $10 million, a reduction of more than 76% from fiscal year 2023 and 2024 enacted levels, and less than any funding level for the program since its inception in the 2008 federal budget. If enacted, funding at this level would cripple the IOOS system. The Regional Associations will be unable to maintain observing infrastructure, including equipment in the water, data management, and the data services out to users.
More than ever, we need our partners, supporters, and user communities to send a strong message to Congress. Here is how you can help.
Please add your name on one of our sign-on letters (deadline April 10), whichever is most appropriate for you based on your ability to advocate for funding:
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