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Addressing Port Backlogs in Los Angeles and Long Beach

This bill aims to establish a special task force to tackle the backlog of cargo ships at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and in the coastal waters of Orange County, California. These actions are intended to streamline trade, reduce delivery delays, and investigate the causes of oil spills, potentially impacting goods availability and prices for citizens.
Key points
Creation of an interagency task force to resolve vessel backlogs at key California ports.
The task force will evaluate the causes of backlogs, assess their cost impact on the government, and develop a plan to solve the crisis, including safety and environmental concerns.
Investigation into the October 2021 oil spill in Orange County to prevent future incidents.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5885
Sponsor: Rep. Steel, Michelle [R-CA-48]
Process start date: 2021-11-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To establish an interagency task force to address the backlog of cargo ships at the Port of Los Angeles and the Port of Long Beach and in the coastal waters of Orange County, California, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5885.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of an interagency task force to resolve vessel backlogs at key California ports.
  • The task force will evaluate the causes of backlogs, assess their cost impact on the government, and develop a plan to solve the crisis, including safety and environmental concerns.
  • Investigation into the October 2021 oil spill in Orange County to prevent future incidents.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Steel, Michelle [R-CA-48].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Transport Environment Economy