HR. 2035In Committee
American Cargo for American Ships Act
Requires Department of Transportation cargo financed, furnished, or procured for ocean transport to move entirely on U.S.-flagged commercial vessels when available at fair and reasonable rates
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Requires Department of Transportation cargo financed, furnished, or procured for ocean transport to move entirely on U.S.-flagged commercial vessels when available at fair and reasonable rates
Key points
- Require U.S flagged vessel 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.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedMarine and inland water transportationPublic contracts and procurementTransportation and Public Works