Allied Partnership and Port Modernization Act

1/23/2024, 2:30 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Bill 118 s 3432, also known as the Allied Partnership and Port Modernization Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to strengthen partnerships between the United States and its allies in order to modernize and improve the efficiency of ports across the country.

The bill includes provisions for increased collaboration and information sharing between the US and its allies on port security and infrastructure projects. It also aims to streamline the process for approving and implementing port modernization projects, with the goal of reducing delays and improving overall efficiency.

Additionally, the Allied Partnership and Port Modernization Act includes measures to enhance cybersecurity at ports, as well as provisions for increasing the use of technology and automation to improve port operations. The bill also includes funding for research and development of new technologies to further enhance port security and efficiency. Overall, the Allied Partnership and Port Modernization Act seeks to strengthen partnerships with US allies, improve the efficiency and security of ports, and promote the use of technology and innovation in port operations. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo further revisions before being voted on.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3432

Introduced on
2023-12-07

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/7/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Bill 118 s 3432, also known as the Allied Partnership and Port Modernization Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to strengthen partnerships between the United States and its allies in order to modernize and improve the efficiency of ports across the country.

The bill includes provisions for increased collaboration and information sharing between the US and its allies on port security and infrastructure projects. It also aims to streamline the process for approving and implementing port modernization projects, with the goal of reducing delays and improving overall efficiency.

Additionally, the Allied Partnership and Port Modernization Act includes measures to enhance cybersecurity at ports, as well as provisions for increasing the use of technology and automation to improve port operations. The bill also includes funding for research and development of new technologies to further enhance port security and efficiency. Overall, the Allied Partnership and Port Modernization Act seeks to strengthen partnerships with US allies, improve the efficiency and security of ports, and promote the use of technology and innovation in port operations. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo further revisions before being voted on.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to permit the use of NATO and major non-NATO ally dredge ships in the United States.

Policy Areas
Transportation and Public Works

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Latest Action12/7/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.