To amend title 46, United States Code, to require certain port authorities to provide preferential berthing to certain vessels, and for other purposes.
American Port Access Privileges Act of 2023
This bill requires port authorities that receive funding under the Port Infrastructure Development Program or Maritime Transportation System Emergency Relief Program to provide preferential berthing for loading and unloading certain vessels, including U.S. flagged vessels and those under contract to the federal government.
The Bureau of Transportation Statistics may collect data on berthing and cargo practices at U.S. ports.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E121)
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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