Bill renews shipping regulator's funding, adds scrutiny of foreign carriers
Passed one chamberH.R. 4183Latest action
Sponsor: Dusty Johnson · Representative · SD
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Official title: Federal Maritime Commission Reauthorization Act of 2025
119th Congress
Topics: Jobs & the economy
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HR 4183 funds the Federal Maritime Commission at about $49.2 million yearly for 2026-2027 and expands its oversight powers.
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What does this do?
This bill renews funding for the Federal Maritime Commission at roughly $49.2 million per year for 2026 and 2027. It expands scrutiny of shipping companies linked to non-market economies like China, creates a complaint process for market manipulation by shipping exchanges, reorganizes advisory committees into three separate groups, and adds new data and reporting requirements.
Who does it affect?
The bill mainly affects ocean carriers, port and terminal operators, shipping exchanges, and importers/exporters. Everyday consumers could be indirectly affected through the prices of imported goods.
Why does it matter?
The changes increase government oversight of shipping practices tied to competition and pricing, which could affect how carriers and exchanges operate. Consumers may feel indirect effects through shipping-influenced import costs.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- $49.2 million per year
- covers 2026 and 2027
- funds FMC operations
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedJun 26, 2025
- House committee
- House vote
- SenateYou are here · Dec 16, 2025
- The president's desk
Right now: it passed the House, and the official record shows nothing new since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.