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Introduced
08/26/2025
08/26/2025
In Committee
08/26/2025
08/26/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To prohibit reductions in the workforce at public shipyards, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Protecting Public Naval Shipyards Act of 2025," aims to safeguard the workforce at public shipyards by preventing workforce reductions or hiring freezes due to spending cuts, fund reprogramming, or employee probationary status. The bill provides a comprehensive definition of the shipyard workforce, which includes a wide range of specialized positions such as welders, pipefitters, shipfitters, radiological technicians, engineers, apprentices, mechanics, painters, and workers supporting various critical functions like workforce development, nuclear maintenance, infrastructure operations, and the Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program. Importantly, the bill does not limit the Secretary of Defense's existing authority to manage the workforce in cases of misconduct or poor performance. By protecting these skilled positions, the legislation seeks to maintain the operational readiness and technical capabilities of public shipyards, which are crucial for national defense and maritime infrastructure maintenance.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (on 08/26/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/5053/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr5053/BILLS-119hr5053ih.pdf |
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