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Shipyard Investments: Modernization and Support for US Security

This act allocates $25 billion to modernize public and private shipyards in the US. The goal is to improve the repair capabilities of Navy vessels, strengthening national security and creating new jobs in the shipbuilding sector. These investments aim to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers.
Key points
25 billion dollars will be allocated to modernize public and private shipyards in the United States.
The investments aim to enhance the repair capabilities of Navy vessels, crucial for national defense.
The act supports the development of the domestic shipbuilding industry, creating jobs and reducing reliance on foreign companies.
Funds will be used for dry dock repairs, facility modernization, and new equipment purchases at shipyards.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1441
Sponsor: Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Process start date: 2021-04-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SHIPYARD Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1441.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • 25 billion dollars will be allocated to modernize public and private shipyards in the United States.
  • The investments aim to enhance the repair capabilities of Navy vessels, crucial for national defense.
  • The act supports the development of the domestic shipbuilding industry, creating jobs and reducing reliance on foreign companies.
  • Funds will be used for dry dock repairs, facility modernization, and new equipment purchases at shipyards.
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 Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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.

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Public Investments Security Economy