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US Maritime Support: Security, Training, and Combating Harassment

This act reauthorizes funding for the Maritime Administration, supporting mariner training, fleet modernization, and port development. It also introduces significant changes to enhance safety and diversity in maritime academies, including new rules on sexual harassment and assault, directly impacting the learning and working environment for future mariners.
Key points
Increased funding for the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and state maritime academies, leading to better learning and training conditions for future mariners.
Strengthening programs to prevent sexual harassment and assault in maritime academies, including establishing an incident tracking system and an advisory council, to improve student safety.
New rules for suspending or revoking mariner credentials in cases of substantiated sexual harassment or assault, increasing accountability and safety at sea.
Investments in sustainable port infrastructure, including projects to reduce emissions and improve port resilience to climate change, potentially impacting air quality and local economies.
Increasing the requirement for agricultural goods to be transported on U.S.-flagged vessels from 25% to 75%, supporting the American maritime industry and jobs.
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Print number: 117_S_3270
Sponsor: Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA]
Process start date: 2021-11-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Maritime Administration Reauthorization Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3270.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased funding for the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and state maritime academies, leading to better learning and training conditions for future mariners.
  • Strengthening programs to prevent sexual harassment and assault in maritime academies, including establishing an incident tracking system and an advisory council, to improve student safety.
  • New rules for suspending or revoking mariner credentials in cases of substantiated sexual harassment or assault, increasing accountability and safety at sea.
  • Investments in sustainable port infrastructure, including projects to reduce emissions and improve port resilience to climate change, potentially impacting air quality and local economies.
  • Increasing the requirement for agricultural goods to be transported on U.S.-flagged vessels from 25% to 75%, supporting the American maritime industry and jobs.
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. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA].

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.

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