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To require the inspection of certain foreign cranes before use at a United States port, and for other purposes.
3/1/2025, 9:06 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1165
The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that these foreign cranes meet the necessary safety standards and regulations before they are put into operation. By requiring inspections before use, the bill aims to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of workers and cargo at US ports.
In addition to the inspection requirement, the bill also includes provisions for penalties for non-compliance and enforcement mechanisms to ensure that the inspections are carried out effectively. This is important in order to hold accountable those who do not adhere to the regulations set forth in the bill. Overall, the Foreign Crane Inspection Act is a crucial piece of legislation that seeks to improve safety measures at US ports by ensuring that foreign cranes meet the necessary standards before they are put into use. By implementing these inspections, the bill aims to protect workers, cargo, and the overall efficiency of port operations.
Congressional Summary of HR 1165
Port Crane Security and Inspection Act of 2025
This bill limits the operation of foreign cranes at U.S. ports. In general, foreign cranes are those that have information technology and operational technology components that (1) were manufactured by companies that are subject to the ownership, control, or influence of a country designated as a foreign adversary; and (2) connect to ports' cyber infrastructure.
Foreign cranes that are contracted for on or after the date of the bill's enactment may not operate at a U.S. port. Also, beginning five years after this bill is enacted, foreign cranes operating at U.S. ports may not use software or other technology manufactured by a company owned by a country designated as a foreign adversary.
Additionally, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) must (1) inspect foreign cranes for potential security risks or threats before they are placed into operation, (2) assess the threat posed by security risks or threats of existing or newly constructed foreign cranes, and (3) take any crane that poses a security risk or threat offline until the crane can be certified as no longer being a risk or threat.
CISA must also report to Congress about security risks or threats posed by foreign cranes at U.S. ports.
Current Status of Bill HR 1165
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1165
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
4Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
21Democrat Cosponsors
3Republican Cosponsors
18Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1165
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1165
Comments

Rosemary Scarborough
9 months ago
I can't believe this bill is making us inspect foreign cranes before using them at our ports. It's just going to slow everything down and cost us more money. Why do they have to make things so complicated? #frustrated





