To require the inspection of certain foreign cranes before use at a United States port, and for other purposes.
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Summary
What This Bill Does
The bill requires foreign crane prohibition Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a foreign crane— for which a contract was entered into on or after the date of enactment of this Act may not be operated at a port located. It relies on definition changes, reporting requirements, compliance mandates, and procurement rules. The main policy areas are National Security, Finance, Foreign Policy, and Defense.
Who Benefits and How
The main beneficiaries are the people, organizations, or agencies identified in the bill's substantive provisions.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Federal, state, or local agencies responsible for implementing the clause would take on compliance duties, Researchers and scientific institutions affected by the bill would take on compliance duties, and National security and critical infrastructure stakeholders affected by the bill would take on compliance duties.
Key Provisions
- Requires foreign crane prohibition Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a foreign crane— for which a contract was entered into on or after the date of enactment of this Act may not be operated at a port located...
Evidence Chain:
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At a Glance
What This Bill Does
The bill requires foreign crane prohibition Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a foreign crane— for which a contract was entered into on or after the date of enactment of this Act may not be operated at a port located.
Key Policy Areas
National Security, Finance, Foreign Policy, Defense
Primary Purpose
The bill requires foreign crane prohibition Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a foreign crane— for which a contract was entered into on or after the date of enactment of this Act may not be operated at a port located.
Policy Domains
Whole bill
Identified Costs
- Federal, state, or local agencies responsible for implementing the clause
- Researchers and scientific institutions affected by the bill
- National security and critical infrastructure stakeholders affected by the bill
- Foreign businesses and cross-border trade participants affected by the bill
- Financial services firms and customers affected by the bill
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
IntroducedMr. Gimenez (for himself and Mr. Garamendi) introduced the following …
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