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US Port Security: Assessing Foreign Ownership of Marine Terminals

This act aims to study how foreign ownership of marine terminals in major US ports affects the nation's economic security. Citizens may feel the impact of this act through potential strengthening of supply chain security, which could lead to stable prices and availability of goods. The study will also assess whether foreign ownership grants access to sensitive technologies and information, which is important for protecting data and critical infrastructure.
Key points
Mandates a study on the impact of foreign ownership of marine terminals at the 15 largest US container ports on economic security.
Analyzes changes in port ownership over the past 10 years, including Chinese and Russian entities.
Evaluates whether foreign ownership provides access to unique operational technology and information.
Provides recommendations on policies to prevent excessive foreign ownership that could threaten economic security.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_3395
Sponsor: Rep. Auchincloss, Jake [D-MA-4]
Process start date: 2023-05-17