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Strengthening US Coast Guard in Pacific: Planning and Budget

This act aims to strengthen US Coast Guard operations in the Pacific region. It mandates annual planning and budget reporting, ensuring better resource utilization and enhanced maritime security. Citizens may experience improved maritime safety and more effective combat against illegal activities.
Key points
Requires the Coast Guard to annually plan operations and budget for the Pacific region, increasing spending transparency.
Mandates an assessment of the Coast Guard's capabilities to support diplomatic and defense missions in the Pacific.
Orders reports on the feasibility of establishing a standing maritime group, forward operating bases, and increasing Coast Guard attachés in the region.
Analyzes the possibility of attaching consular officers to Coast Guard and Navy missions, potentially easing access to consular services for Pacific islanders.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2652
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2025-08-01