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BillHR 3151 · 119

SHIPS for America Act of 2025

Introduced
May 1, 2025
Cosponsors
137
Traction
0
Last Action
May 1, 2025

Bill Summary

Requires the US government to prioritize American-built ships for certain projects and establishes rules for shipping goods between US ports. Funds and supports the US shipbuilding industry through these requirements.

Sponsored By

Trent Kelly
Republican · Mississippi · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 1, 2025
  3. May 1, 2025You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects American shipbuilders and shipping companies, potentially increasing their business and revenue by requiring the use of US-built ships. It also impacts companies that transport goods between US ports, as they may need to adjust their shipping practices to comply with the new rules.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
137backers
  • Democratic73
  • Republican64
Cross-party cosponsors73 · 54%

Documents

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Cosponsors (137)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
IntroducedMay 1, 2025
Last UpdatedMay 1, 2025
Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.