The bill, introduced by Senator Jackson-Andrews, establishes the Agricultural Meteorology Program within the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry. The program is designed to collect and disseminate essential weather statistics and meteorological data to various federal and state agencies, including the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the United States Department of Agriculture, and the Louisiana Office of State Climatology. The legislative findings emphasize the importance of accurate and timely meteorological data for federal disaster assistance programs that support the agriculture and forestry industries.

The new legal language enacts R.S. 3:21, which outlines the creation and purpose of the Agricultural Meteorology Program. This initiative aims to enhance the availability of critical weather information that can aid in disaster response and support for the agricultural sector. The bill will take effect upon the governor's signature or, if not signed, after the designated period for bills to become law without signature, as stipulated by the Louisiana Constitution.