Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022

3/9/2023, 5:47 PM
Congress
117
Number
HR - 6865
Introduced on
2022-02-28
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
Peter A. DeFazio
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/30/2022
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Committee:  
Transportation and Infrastructure
Member:  
Peter A. DeFazio
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To amend title 46, United States Code, to include certain passenger ferries as eligible and qualified vessels under Capital Construction Funds, and for other purposes.
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To amend title 46, United States Code, to allow the Administrator of the Maritime Administration to finance vessel retrofit, repair, or similar work required for the vessel to be a vessel of the United States, and for other purposes.
Committee:  
Commerce, Science, and Transportation

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Don Young Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022

This bill authorizes appropriations through FY2023 for the Federal Maritime Commission and the U.S. Coast Guard, including appropriations for acquiring icebreaker vessels. It also revises a variety of requirements concerning the Coast Guard's personnel, operations, infrastructure, and environmental compliance. For example, the bill revises requirements concerning sexual assault, sexual harassment, foreign workers, vessel safety, navigation, ship construction, shipping cargo, marine mammals, aquatic nuisance species, and oil spills.

The Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022, also known as Bill 117 hr 6865, is a piece of legislation that focuses on authorizing funding and programs for the United States Coast Guard. The bill covers a wide range of issues related to the Coast Guard, including funding for operations and maintenance, acquisition of new assets, and personnel matters.

One key aspect of the bill is the authorization of funding for the Coast Guard's operations and maintenance. This funding is crucial for ensuring that the Coast Guard can carry out its missions effectively, including search and rescue operations, law enforcement activities, and environmental protection efforts.

In addition to funding for operations and maintenance, the bill also authorizes funding for the acquisition of new assets for the Coast Guard. This includes funding for new ships, aircraft, and other equipment that will help the Coast Guard carry out its missions more effectively and efficiently. The bill also addresses personnel matters within the Coast Guard, including provisions related to pay and benefits for Coast Guard members. This is important for ensuring that the Coast Guard can attract and retain talented individuals to serve in its ranks. Overall, the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to support the important work of the United States Coast Guard. By authorizing funding for operations and maintenance, acquisition of new assets, and personnel matters, the bill helps ensure that the Coast Guard can continue to fulfill its vital role in protecting the nation's maritime interests.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo authorize appropriations for the Coast Guard, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Transportation and Public Works
Potential Impact
Accidents•
Administrative law and regulatory procedures•
Advanced technology and technological innovations•
Alaska•
Animal protection and human-animal relationships•
Aquaculture•
Aquatic ecology•
Assault and harassment offenses•
Atlantic Coast (U.S.)•
Atmospheric science and weather•
Aviation and airports•
California•
Civil actions and liability•
Coast guard•
Congressional oversight•
Crime victims•
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation•
Defense spending•
Department of Homeland Security•
Department of the Interior•
Drug, alcohol, tobacco use•
Emergency communications systems•
Employee benefits and pensions•
Employment and training programs•
Employment discrimination and employee rights•
Environmental assessment, monitoring, research•
Environmental technology•
Europe•
Executive agency funding and structure•
Federal officials•
Firearms and explosives•
Florida•
Food industry and services•
Foreign property•
Government information and archives•
Government lending and loan guarantees•
Government studies and investigations•
Great Lakes•
Income tax deferral•
Lakes and rivers•
Land transfers•
Licensing and registrations•
Mammals•
Marine and coastal resources, fisheries•
Marine and inland water transportation•
Marine pollution•
Maryland•
Medical tests and diagnostic methods•
Mental health•
Military education and training•
Military facilities and property•
Military history•
Military medicine•
Military personnel and dependents•
Military procurement, research, weapons development•
Military readiness•
Minority employment•
Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers•
Navigation, waterways, harbors•
New Jersey•
New York City•
Noise pollution•
Oil and gas•
Pollution liability•
Railroads•
Russia•
Sanctions•
Sex offenses•
Transportation employees•
Transportation safety and security•
User charges and fees•
Water quality•
Wildlife conservation and habitat protection•
Women's employment•
Worker safety and health

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Latest Summary4/8/2022

Don Young Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022

This bill authorizes appropriations through FY2023 for the Federal Maritime Commission and the U.S. Coast Guard, including appropriations for acquiring icebreaker vessels. It also revi...

Latest Action3/30/2022
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.