Bill > S3273

This bill, the Port Operations, Research, and Technology Act, establishes a competitive grant program administered by the Secretary of Transportation to fund projects that improve the safety, efficiency, or reliability of the movement of goods through ports and intermodal connections to ports. Eligible applicants include states, local governments, public agencies, and private entities. Eligible projects include those within or directly related to port operations, such as improving loading and unloading, goods movement infrastructure, and vessel access. The bill also creates a Coast Guard Blue Technology center of expertise to promote awareness and coordination of emerging maritime technologies. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the performance and capabilities of the nation's port and maritime transportation systems.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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