HR. 2035In Committee
American Cargo for American Ships Act
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Require all Department of Transportation financed ocean cargo to move on U.S.-flag commercial vessels when available at fair and reasonable rates
Key points
- Require U.S.-flag cargo transport
- Extend cargo preference to DOT recipients
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-06-10 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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