Latest action: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Originating chamber has voted to pass. Sent to the other chamber.
The House voted to pass the bill. It now moves to the Senate, which repeats the committee referral and floor-vote process.
Next: Passed Both Chambers
Conference committee (if versions differ), then the President
Authorizes funding and operations for the U.S. Coast Guard through 2025.
The problem
The Coast Guard needs congressional authorization to operate, receive funding, and maintain its fleet, personnel, and missions protecting American coasts and waterways.
The proposal
The bill provides legal authority and funding for Coast Guard operations, including personnel, equipment, ships, and programs for the upcoming fiscal year.
The impact
Coast Guard members, maritime workers, coastal communities, and Americans who depend on coastal safety and security are affected by this authorization.
Authorizes resources for the Coast Guard to patrol waters, stop smuggling, and respond to emergencies. This helps protect American ports and citizens from threats at sea.
Provides funding for Coast Guard personnel, training, and equipment maintenance. This ensures the service can respond quickly to disasters and national security needs.
Authorizes money for maintaining ships, helicopters, and facilities. This keeps aging equipment operational and supports jobs in shipbuilding and maintenance.
Provides resources for Coast Guard to conduct rescue operations at sea. This saves lives during boating accidents, storms, and other maritime emergencies.
Authorization bills typically increase government spending on military and defense. This adds to the federal budget and national debt during fiscal constraints.
Without an official summary, it is unclear what specific changes or new programs the bill includes. Congress may not fully debate all provisions before passing.
Large authorization bills sometimes include funding for projects that may not be needed or effective. There is risk of wasteful spending without careful review.
Generated by AI from the bill text. Not a prediction and not legal or policy advice. The percentage is the model's own rating of each item — self-reported, and not a measure of how accurate it is.
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