Enhancing Middle East Maritime Security Against Terrorism and Piracy.
This law requires the Department of Defense to establish an integrated maritime surveillance system with Middle Eastern allies. The goal is to protect vital shipping lanes, infrastructure, and populations from threats posed by Iran, extremist groups, and pirates. While focused on the Middle East, this effort aims to increase global stability and secure commerce, indirectly benefiting citizens through stable trade routes.
Key points
Mandates the creation of a joint system to detect and counter maritime threats (drones, missiles) to protect critical trade routes.
Strengthens US military cooperation with Middle Eastern countries, including integrating Israel into regional security structures.
Requires the Department of Defense to assess threats (Iran, piracy) and study the feasibility of establishing an allied-funded maritime security fund.
Expired
Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1334
Sponsor: Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV]
Process start date: 2023-04-27