H.R.8615

FLEETS Now Act Facilitating Leadership and Expertise through Exchange and Training in Shipbuilding Now Act of 2026

Facilitating Leadership and Expertise through Exchange and Training in Shipbuilding Now Act of 2026

Introduced·4/30/26

FLEETS Now Act aims to counter China's unfair trade practices in shipbuilding and strengthen U.S. maritime industry.

The FLEETS Now Act addresses China's unfair trade practices in the shipbuilding industry by enhancing U.S. and allied shipbuilding capabilities. It establishes an Assistant Secretary for Water, Environment, and Space Affairs to oversee maritime diplomacy and space policy. The Act also creates a Bureau of Water, Environment, and Space Affairs within the Department of State. It mandates the Secretary of State to investigate unfair shipping practices and establish a Maritime Group of Nations to coordinate policies.

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History

Apr 30

House

Introduced in House

Apr 30

House

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.