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Allowing Foreign Construction of Coast Guard Vessels

This new law permits the President to authorize the construction of U.S. Coast Guard vessels in foreign shipyards if it serves national security interests and is more cost-effective than domestic construction. This aims to enhance Coast Guard readiness, indirectly impacting maritime security and trade, and thus citizens' daily lives.
Key points
The President can authorize foreign construction of Coast Guard vessels if it benefits U.S. security and is cheaper.
Foreign shipyards must be in NATO countries or Indo-Pacific countries with mutual defense treaties with the U.S.
Construction is prohibited in shipyards owned or operated by Chinese companies.
Congress must be notified of such decisions and has a 30-day review period.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_407
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2025-02-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ensuring Coast Guard Readiness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_407.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The President can authorize foreign construction of Coast Guard vessels if it benefits U.S. security and is cheaper.
  • Foreign shipyards must be in NATO countries or Indo-Pacific countries with mutual defense treaties with the U.S.
  • Construction is prohibited in shipyards owned or operated by Chinese companies.
  • Congress must be notified of such decisions and has a 30-day review period.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

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 2025-12-23.

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