House Bill 9454
119th Congress(2025-2026)
Next Generation Shipping Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on Jun 25, 2026
Bill Intelligence
The bill establishes the "Next Generation Shipping Act," focusing on developing zero-emission vessels and infrastructure. It defines key terms, sets up a Next Generation Shipping Innovation Program to support research and development, under the Department of Transportation, and prioritizes projects that advance environmental justice and workforce training. The bill also establishes an advisory committee to advise on technological innovation and progress reporting. Funding of $1 billion annually is allocated from 2027 to 2036, with provisions for labor wages. The bill prohibits funding for automated vessel technologies. It emphasizes coordination, transparency, and collaboration with various stakeholders.
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Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
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Bill Number
9454
Congress
119
Policy Area
Environmental Protection
Environmental Protection
Primary focus of measure is regulation of pollution including from hazardous substances and radioactive releases; climate change and greenhouse gases; environmental assessment and research; solid waste and recycling; ecology. Measures concerning energy exploration, efficiency, and conservation may fall under Energy policy area.
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June 25, 2026
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06/25/2026
Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
06/25/2026
Introduced in House
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