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MARITIME Act of 2023
3/5/2024, 1:44 PM
Summary of Bill S 1334
The MARITIME Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1334, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to strengthen and support the maritime industry in the United States.
One key aspect of the MARITIME Act is the promotion of American jobs in the maritime sector. The bill includes provisions to encourage the hiring of US citizens for maritime jobs, as well as measures to support training and education programs for workers in the industry.
Another important component of the MARITIME Act is the enhancement of national security through the protection of US ports and waterways. The bill includes provisions to improve security measures at ports, as well as initiatives to combat illegal activities such as drug trafficking and smuggling. Additionally, the MARITIME Act aims to boost the competitiveness of the US maritime industry on a global scale. The bill includes provisions to streamline regulations and reduce bureaucratic red tape for maritime businesses, as well as measures to promote innovation and technological advancements in the sector. Overall, the MARITIME Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation designed to support and strengthen the US maritime industry. If passed, this bill has the potential to create jobs, enhance national security, and improve the competitiveness of American maritime businesses.
One key aspect of the MARITIME Act is the promotion of American jobs in the maritime sector. The bill includes provisions to encourage the hiring of US citizens for maritime jobs, as well as measures to support training and education programs for workers in the industry.
Another important component of the MARITIME Act is the enhancement of national security through the protection of US ports and waterways. The bill includes provisions to improve security measures at ports, as well as initiatives to combat illegal activities such as drug trafficking and smuggling. Additionally, the MARITIME Act aims to boost the competitiveness of the US maritime industry on a global scale. The bill includes provisions to streamline regulations and reduce bureaucratic red tape for maritime businesses, as well as measures to promote innovation and technological advancements in the sector. Overall, the MARITIME Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation designed to support and strengthen the US maritime industry. If passed, this bill has the potential to create jobs, enhance national security, and improve the competitiveness of American maritime businesses.
Congressional Summary of S 1334
Maritime Architecture and Response to International Terrorism In the Middle East Act of 2023 or the MARITIME Act of 2023
This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to seek to develop an integrated maritime domain awareness and interdiction capability for the Middle East to protect against specified maritime threats in the region.
DOD must also submit to Congress (1) a strategy for achieving this capability in cooperation with regional partners and allies; and (2) a study on the feasibility and advisability of establishing a fund to support this effort, including an assessment of contributions that could be made by allies and partner countries.
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Current Status of Bill S 1334
Bill S 1334 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 27, 2023. Bill S 1334 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 27, 2023. Bill S 1334's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of April 27, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1334
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
16Democrat Cosponsors
8Republican Cosponsors
8Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1334
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsPotential Impact Areas
- Alliances
- Arab-Israeli relations
- Collective security
- Congressional oversight
- Crime prevention
- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
- Intelligence activities, surveillance, classified information
- Iran
- Israel
- Middle East
- Military assistance, sales, and agreements
- Military operations and strategy
- Navigation, waterways, harbors
- Performance measurement
- Terrorism
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1334
MARITIME Act of 2023
MARITIME Act of 2023
Maritime Architecture and Response to International Terrorism In the Middle East Act of 2023
A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to develop, in cooperation with allies and partners in the Middle East, an integrated maritime domain awareness and interdiction capability, and for other purposes.
A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to develop, in cooperation with allies and partners in the Middle East, an integrated maritime domain awareness and interdiction capability, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1334
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