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Coast Guard Yard Modernization: Investing in Fleet Readiness and Jobs

New legislation allocates hundreds of millions of dollars for urgent repairs and upgrades at a critical Coast Guard shipyard. The aim is to improve safety, increase efficiency, and ensure fleet readiness, indirectly impacting maritime security and local jobs.
Key points
Allocating $632 million for modernizing the Coast Guard Yard in Baltimore.
Funding includes building a new dry dock, repairing wharves, improving climate resilience, and environmental cleanup.
Supporting over 2,000 jobs at the yard and ensuring repair capabilities for the Coast Guard fleet.
Requiring a report outlining workforce development needs at the shipyard for the next 10 years.
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Print number: 117_S_4433
Sponsor: Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]
Process start date: 2022-06-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Service to the Fleet Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4433.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-06-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allocating $632 million for modernizing the Coast Guard Yard in Baltimore.
  • Funding includes building a new dry dock, repairing wharves, improving climate resilience, and environmental cleanup.
  • Supporting over 2,000 jobs at the yard and ensuring repair capabilities for the Coast Guard fleet.
  • Requiring a report outlining workforce development needs at the shipyard for the next 10 years.
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. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD].

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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