Bill · S. 4758· Senate(119-S-4758)
Incentivizing the Expansion of U.S. Ports Act
- Introduced
- 6/11/2026
- Last activity
- 6/11/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
- Sponsored by
- Mike Lee
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "Incentivizing the Expansion of U.S. Ports Act," aims to eliminate certain requirements related to dredging and dredged material. It proposes amendments to title 46 of the United States Code. Specifically, it modifies the rules regarding exemptions for certain vessels. Additionally, it seeks to exclude dredged material from specific transportation requirements.
Yes· 3 of 5
Is this likely to create jobs?+3
The bill streamlines dredging exemptions and removes transportation requirements for dredged material, which may facilitate port expansion and related employment.
Would business owners be better off under this?+3
The bill reduces regulatory and transportation requirements for businesses handling dredged material.
Does this make it easier to run a small business?+2
By reducing regulatory burdens on the transportation of dredged material, the bill lowers operational hurdles for businesses in the maritime and dredging sectors.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Streamlining Dredging Operations: The bill amends section 55109(a)(3) of title 46 to change how exemptions are handled regarding certificates and endorsements. This change may simplify the process for vessels involved in dredging operations (Section 2(a)).
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Reduced Transportation Burdens: By striking "or dredged material" from section 55110 of title 46, the bill removes dredged material from certain existing transportation requirements (Section 2(b)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are explicitly stated in the provided text.
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
- Increases Job Creation+3Improves Small Business Support+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+3Good For Urban Residents+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Roads And Bridges+1
- 6/11/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
- Introduced in Senate