American Shipyard Worker Protection Act - Prohibits the Secretary of the Navy from contracting with a foreign nation or firm for the overhaul, repair, or maintenance of vessels unless the Secretary of Defense certifies to specifid congressional committees that: (1) the work was unplanned and of an emergency nature; or (2) there is a compelling national security or economic reason for the work to be done by the foreign nation or firm.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness.
Executive Comment Requested from DOD.
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