Bill · H.R. 9911· House(119-HR-9911)
Shipbuilding Investment and Workforce Act
- Introduced
- 7/23/2026
- Last activity
- 7/23/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- Sponsored by
- Mike Kelly
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Shipbuilding Investment and Workforce Act," proposes changes to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. It aims to allow certain census tracts, termed "maritime prosperity zones," to be designated as qualified opportunity zones. These zones are determined by the Secretary of Commerce to be suitable for maritime industry operations. To qualify, property and businesses within these zones must be connected to a maritime industry. The bill also establishes the term "qualified maritime prosperity fund." These changes are set to take effect after December 31, 2026.
Yes· 3 of 6
Would business owners be better off under this?+5
The bill specifically provides incentives for maritime-related businesses and industries.
Is this likely to create jobs?+4
By incentivizing maritime industry investment, the bill likely stimulates job growth in shipbuilding and freight sectors.
Is this likely to grow the economy?+4
The bill targets specific industrial sectors to drive localized economic activity via tax-advantaged investments.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Investment in Maritime Industry: The bill allows for the designation of "maritime prosperity zones" as qualified opportunity zones, which can support industries involved in the construction, repair, or refurbishment of shipyards, ports, and vessels (Section 2(a)(4)(A)(ii)).
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Support for Specific Industry Sectors: Certain industries are specifically included as maritime industries, such as ship and boat building, metal product manufacturing, and various freight transportation services (Section 2(a)(4)(A)(ii)).
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Creation of Maritime Prosperity Funds: The bill introduces "qualified maritime prosperity funds," which provides a specific mechanism for investments within these zones (Section 2(b)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Restrictions on Business and Property Use: For a census tract designated solely as a maritime prosperity zone, property and businesses must be used substantially in connection with a maritime industry to qualify, which may limit the scope of eligible investments (Section 2(a)(4)(A)(i)).
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Cap on Designated Zones: There is a limit on the number of population census tracts that can be designated as maritime prosperity zones at any given time, which is capped at 100 (Section 2(a)(4)(B)(i)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+4Increases Job Creation+4Reduces Capital Gains Tax+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+5Good For High Net Worth Individuals+3Good For High Income Households+2
- 9/15/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/23/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Nathaniel MoranRepublican · Texas
Mark MessmerRepublican · Indiana