119th Congress

H.R.2035

American Cargo for American Ships Act

Chamber Passed·6/10/25

Prefiled

Introduced

Chamber Passed6/10/25

Final Passage

Complete

American Cargo for American Ships Act mandates U.S. Department of Transportation to ensure all cargoes it procures, furnishes, or finances are.

The American Cargo for American Ships Act amends title 46, United States Code, to require the Secretary of Transportation to ensure that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the Department of Transportation are transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. This applies to dry bulk carriers, dry cargo liners, and tankers, ensuring fair and reasonable rates and participation of U.S. commercial vessels in those cargoes by geographic areas.

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Where it stands

Last: Passed the House · 373–14 · Jun 10, 2025
Current: Commerce, Science, And Transportation Committee
Next: Senate floor vote

Roll Call Votes

On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass RC# 157

373 Yea

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Calendar

Apr 2, 2025

10:00 AM

House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Hearing

History

Jun 10, 2025

Senate

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Jun 9, 2025

House

Mr. Ezell moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.