Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025

Today's wording of each part of the law, with what would be struck out and added. Each change also gives the bill's own instruction, word for word.

1. 14 U.S.C. 4902changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 101(1)

   Funds are authorized to be appropriated for fiscal years 2022 and 2023fiscal years 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, and 2029 for necessary expenses of the Coast Guard as follows: (1)(A) For the operation and maintenance of the Coast Guard, not otherwise provided for— (i) $10,000,000,000 for fiscal year 2022; and (ii) $10,750,000,000 for fiscal year 2023. (B) Of…

   The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by striking "fiscal years 2022 and 2023" and inserting "fiscal years 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, and 2029";

   Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4902)

2. 14 U.S.C. 4902(1)(A)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 101(2)

   (i) $11,287,500,000 for fiscal year 2025;(ii) $11,851,875,000 for fiscal year 2026;(iii) $13,500,000,000 for fiscal year 2027;(iv) $14,500,000,000 for fiscal year 2028; and(v) $15,500,000,000 for fiscal year 2029.

   The bill says: in subparagraph (A) by striking clauses (i) and (ii) and inserting the following:

   Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4902)

3. 14 U.S.C. 4902(1)(B)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 101(2)

   (B) Of the amount authorized under subparagraph (A)(i), $23,456,000$25,570,000 shall be for environmental compliance and restoration.

   The bill says: in subparagraph (B) by striking "$23,456,000" and inserting "$25,570,000"; and

   Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4902)

4. 14 U.S.C. 4902(1)(C)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 101(2)

   (C) Of the amount authorized under subparagraph (A)(ii), $24,353,000clauses (ii), (iii), (iv), and (v) of subparagraph (A), respectively, $26,848,500 shall be for environmental compliance and restoration.

   The bill says: in subparagraph (C) by striking "subparagraph (A)(ii), $24,353,000" and inserting "clauses (ii), (iii), (iv), and (v) of subparagraph (A), respectively, $26,848,500";

   Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4902)

5. 14 U.S.C. 4902(2)(A)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 101(3)

   (i) $3,627,600,000 for fiscal year 2025;(ii) $3,651,480,000 for fiscal year 2026;(iii) $3,700,000,000 for fiscal year 2027;(iv) $3,750,000,000 for fiscal year 2028; and(v) $3,800,000,000 for fiscal year 2029.

   The bill says: in paragraph (2)(A) by striking clauses (i) and (ii) and inserting the following:

   Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4902)

6. 14 U.S.C. 4902(3)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 101(4)

   (A) $15,415,000 for fiscal year 2025;(B) $67,701,000 for fiscal year 2026;(C) $70,000,000 for fiscal year 2027;(D) $75,000,000 for fiscal year 2028; and(E) $80,000,000 for fiscal year 2029.

   The bill says: in paragraph (3) by striking subparagraphs (A) and (B) and inserting the following:

   Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4902)

7. 14 U.S.C. 4902changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 101(5)

   (4) For retired pay, including the payment of obligations otherwise chargeable to lapsed appropriations for purposes of retired pay, payments under the Retired Serviceman’s Family Protection and Survivor Benefits Plans, payment for career status bonuses, payment of continuation pay under section 356 of title 37, concurrent receipts, combat-related special compensation, and payments for medical care of retired personnel and their dependents under chapter 55 of title 10—(A) $1,147,244,000 for fiscal year 2025;(B) $1,057,929,000 for fiscal year 2026;(C) $1,215,000,000 for fiscal year 2027;(D) $1,380,000,000 for fiscal year 2028; and(E) $1,650,000,000 for fiscal year 2029.

   The bill says: by striking paragraph (4) and inserting the following:

   Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4902)

8. 14 U.S.C. 4904(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 102(a)

   (a) Active Duty Strength.—The Coast Guard is authorized an end-of-year strength for active duty personnel of 44,500 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 202350,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 and 2026, 55,000 for fiscal year 2027, and 60,000 for each of fiscal years 2028 and 2029.

   The bill says: in subsection (a) by striking "44,500 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023" and inserting "50,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 and 2026, 55,000 for fiscal year 2027, and 60,000 for each of fiscal years 2028 and 2029"; and

   Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4904)

9. 14 U.S.C. 4904(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 102(a)

   (b) Military Training Student Loads.—The Coast Guard is authorized average military training student loads for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023 as follows: (1) For recruit and special training, 2,500 student years. (2) For flight training, 165 student years. (3) For professional training in military and civilian institutions, 385 student years. (4) For officer acquisition, 1,200 student years.

   The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by striking "for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023";

   Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4904)

10. 14 U.S.C. 4904(b)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 102(a)

    (1) For recruit and special training, 2,500 student years4,000 student years for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2029.

    The bill says: in paragraph (1) by striking "2,500 student years" and inserting "4,000 student years for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2029";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4904)

11. 14 U.S.C. 4904(b)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 102(a)

    (2) For flight training, 165 student years250 student years for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2029.

    The bill says: in paragraph (2) by striking "165 student years" and inserting "250 student years for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2029";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4904)

12. 14 U.S.C. 4904(b)(3)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 102(a)

    (3) For professional training in military and civilian institutions, 385 student years700 student years for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2029.

    The bill says: in paragraph (3) by striking "385 student years" and inserting "700 student years for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2029"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4904)

13. 14 U.S.C. 4904(b)(4)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 102(a)

    (4) For officer acquisition, 1,200 student years1,600 student years for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2029.

    The bill says: in paragraph (4) by striking "1,200 student years" and inserting "1,600 student years for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2029".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4904)

14. 14 U.S.C. 5102renumberedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 111(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (d); and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 5102)

15. 14 U.S.C. 5102added (c)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 111(a)

    (c) Briefing.—(1) In general.— If the Commandant fails to submit the report required under this section, the Commandant shall brief the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate on the steps being taken to produce the report not less than once every 30 days until the required report is produced.(2) Requirements.— The briefing under paragraph (1) shall be made in person and may not be delegated by the Commandant.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (b) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 5102)

16. 14 U.S.C. 5103(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 112(a)

    (a) In General.—In conjunction with the transmittal by the President to Congress of the budget of the United States for fiscal year 2014 and biennially thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on the status of all major acquisition programsLevel 1 acquisitions or Level 2 acquisitions.

    The bill says: in subsection (a) by striking "major acquisition programs" and inserting "Level 1 acquisitions or Level 2 acquisitions";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 5103)

17. 14 U.S.C. 5103(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 112(a)

    (b) Information To Be Included.—Each report under subsection (a) shall include for each major acquisition programLevel 1 acquisition or Level 2 acquisition— (1) a statement of the Coast Guard's mission needs and performance goals relating to such program, including a justification for any change to those needs and goals subsequent to a report previously submitted under this section; (2) a…

    The bill says: in subsection (b) by striking "major acquisition program" and inserting "Level 1 acquisition or Level 2 acquisition"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 5103)

18. 14 U.S.C. 5103rewrittenby H.R. 4275 Sec. 112(a)

    (f) Definitions.— In this section:(1) Level 1 acquisition.— The term Level 1 acquisition has the meaning given such term in section 1171.(2) Level 2 acquisition.— The term Level 2 acquisition has the meaning given such term in section 1171.

    The bill says: by amending subsection (f) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 5103)

19. 14 U.S.C. 5107changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 112(b)

    …House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a briefing regarding a current assessment of the risks associated with all current major acquisition programs, as that term is defined in section 5103(f)section 1171. (b) Elements.—Each assessment under this subsection shall include, for each current major acquisition program, discussion of the following: (1) The top five current risks to such program. (2) Any failure of such program to demonstrate a…

    The bill says: Section 5107 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking "section 5103(f)" and inserting "section 1171".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 5107)

20. 14 U.S.C. 5107rewrittenby H.R. 4275 Sec. 113(a)

    5107 Quarterly acquisition reports and major acquisition program risk assessment.—(a) In general.— Not later than 45 days after the end of each fiscal quarter, the Commandant shall provide to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a briefing on all Level 1 and Level 2 acquisition programs, as such terms are defined in section 1171.(b) Additional briefing.— Not later than 1 week before taking procurement actions that will significantly impact the costs or timelines of a Level 1 or Level 2 acquisition program, the Commandant shall brief the committees described in subsection (a).(c) Elements.— Each briefing required under subsection (a) or (b) shall include, for each program—(1) a description of the purpose of the program, including the capabilities being acquired;(2) the total number of units, as appropriate, to be acquired annually until procurement is complete under the current acquisition program baseline;(3) the Acquisition Review Board status, including—(A) the current acquisition phase by increment, as applicable;(B) the date of the most recent review; and(C) whether the program has been paused or is in breach status;(4) a comparison between the initial Department-approved acquisition program baseline cost, schedule, and performance thresholds and objectives and the current such thresholds and objectives of the program, if applicable;(5) the lifecycle cost estimate, adjusted for comparison to the Future Coast Guard Program, including—(A) the confidence level for the estimate;(B) the fiscal years included in the estimate;(C) a breakout of the estimate for the prior five years, the current year, and the budget year;(D) a breakout of the estimate by appropriation account or other funding source; and(E) a description of and rationale for any changes to the estimate as compared to the previously approved baseline, as applicable, and during the prior fiscal year;(6) a summary of the findings of any independent verification and validation of the items to be acquired or an explanation for why no such verification and validation has been performed;(7) a table displaying the obligation of all program funds by prior fiscal year, the estimated obligation of funds for the current fiscal year, and an estimate for the planned carryover of funds into the subsequent fiscal year;(8) a listing of prime contractors and major subcontractors; and(9) narrative descriptions of risks to cost, schedule, or performance that could result in a program breach if not successfully mitigated, including—(A) the current risks to such program;(B) any failure of such program to demonstrate a key performance parameter or threshold during operational test and evaluation conducted during the previous fiscal year;(C) whether there has been any decision in such fiscal year to order full-rate production before all key performance parameters or thresholds are met;(D) whether there has been any breach of major acquisition program cost (as such term is defined in the manual of the Coast Guard titled "Major Systems Acquisition Manual" (COMDTINST M5000.10C)) in such fiscal year; and(E) whether there has been any breach of major acquisition program schedule (as such term is defined in the manual of the Coast Guard titled "Major Systems Acquisition Manual" (COMDTINST M5000.10C)) during such fiscal year.(d) Memorandum deadline.— Not later than 5 business days after the date on which the Secretary approves an Acquisition Decision Memorandum for programs described in this section, the Commandant shall submit such memorandum to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate.

    The bill says: Section 5107 of title 14, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 5107)

21. 14 U.S.C. 102repealedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 201(a)

    The bill says: Section 102 of title 14, United States Code, is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 102)

22. Public Law 107-296(d)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 201(c)

    The bill says: by striking "No mission" and inserting "No primary duty described in section 102 of title 14, United States Code,";

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23. Public Law 107-296(d)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 201(c)

    The bill says: by inserting ", whether requested or tasked by the Department on behalf of another agency or requested by another agency," after "Department"; and

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24. Public Law 107-296(d)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 201(c)

    The bill says: by striking "missions." and inserting "such duties."; and

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25. Public Law 107-296(e)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 201(c)

    (1) Prohibition.— Except as specified in subsequent Acts, the Secretary—(A) may not substantially or significantly reduce—(i) the primary duties of the Coast Guard described in section 102 of title 14, United States Code; or(ii) the capability of the Coast Guard to perform such duties; and(B) shall ensure the preservation and execution of such duties.

    The bill says: in subsection (e) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following:

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26. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 201(d)

    (a) Medical Examination Required.— (1) In general.—The Secretary shall ensure that a member of the Coast Guard who has performed Coast Guard operations described in section 102 or has been sexually assaulted during the preceding 2-year period, and who is diagnosed by an appropriate licensed or certified healthcare professional as experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder or traumatic brain injury or who…

    The bill says: in subsection (a) by inserting "described in section 102" after "Coast Guard operations"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

27. 14 U.S.C. 2516removedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 201(d)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (d).

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

28. 10 U.S.C. 1413achangedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 201(d)

    The bill says: Section 221 of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2016 (10 U.S.C. 1413a note) is amended by striking "section 888(a) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 468(a))" and inserting "section 102 of title 14, United States Code".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1413a)

29. 14 U.S.C. 505changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 201(i)

    All powers and functions conferred upon the Coast Guard, or the Commandant, by or pursuant to this title or any other law shall, unless otherwise specifically stated, be executed by the Commandant subject to the general supervision of the SecretarySecretary of the Coast Guard. In order to execute the powers and functions vested in him, the Commandant may assign personnel of the Coast Guard to duty in the District of Columbia, elsewhere in the United States, in any territory of the United States, and in any…

    The bill says: Section 505 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking "Secretary" and inserting "Secretary of the Coast Guard".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 505)

30. 14 U.S.C. 302changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 202

    The President may appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, one Commandant for a period of four years, who may be reappointed for further periods of four yearsone further period of four years, who shall act as Chief of the Coast Guard. The term of an appointment, and any reappointment, shall begin on June 1 of the appropriate year and end on May 31 of the appropriate year, except that, in the event of death, retirement,…

    The bill says: Section 302 of title 14, United States Code, is amended in the first sentence by striking "further periods of four years" and inserting "one further period of four years".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 302)

31. 14 U.S.C. 311addedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 203(d)

    The bill says: The analysis for chapter 3 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 311 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 311)

32. Public Law 117-263(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 203(g)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "section 312 of title 14" and inserting "section 313 of title 14"; and

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33. Public Law 117-263(b)(2)(A)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 203(g)

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(2)(A), by striking "section 312 of title 14" and inserting "section 313 of title 14".

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34. Public Law 115-282(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 203(g)

    The bill says: Section 807(a) of the Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018 (Public Law 115–282) is amended by striking "section 313 of title 14" and inserting "section 314 of title 14".

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35. Public Law 118-31(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 203(g)

    The bill says: Section 3533(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118–31) is amended by striking "section 315 of title 14" and inserting "section 316 of title 14".

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36. 33 U.S.C. 1321(j)(9)(D)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 203(g)

    The bill says: Section 311(j)(9)(D) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1321(j)(9)(D)) is amended by striking "section 323 of title 14" each place it appears and inserting "section 324 of title 14" each such place.

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 1321)

37. 14 U.S.C. 316rewrittenby H.R. 4275 Sec. 204(a)

    316 Training courses on workings of Congress.—(a) In general.—(1) Training course.— The Commandant, and such other individuals and organizations as the Commandant considers appropriate, shall develop a training course on the workings of Congress and offer such training course at least once each year.(2) Course subject matter.— The training course required by this section shall provide an overview and introduction to Congress and the Federal legislative process, including—(A) the history and structure of Congress and the committee systems of the House of Representatives and the Senate, including the functions and responsibilities of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate;(B) the documents produced by Congress, including bills, resolutions, committee reports, and conference reports, and the purposes and functions of such documents;(C) the legislative processes and rules of the House of Representatives and the Senate, including similarities and differences between the 2 processes and 2 sets of rules, including—(i) the congressional budget process;(ii) the congressional authorization and appropriation processes;(iii) the Senate advice and consent process for Presidential nominees; and(iv) the Senate advice and consent process for treaty ratification;(D) the roles of Members of Congress and congressional staff in the legislative process; and(E) the concept and underlying purposes of congressional oversight within the governance framework of separation of powers.(3) Lecturers and panelists.—(A) Outside experts.— The Commandant shall ensure that not less than 60 percent of the lecturers, panelists, and other individuals providing education and instruction as part of the training course required under this section are experts on Congress and the Federal legislative process who are not employed by the executive branch of the Federal Government.(B) Authority to accept pro bono services.— In satisfying the requirement under paragraph (1), the Commandant shall seek, and may accept, educational and instructional services of lecturers, panelists, and other individuals and organizations provided to the Coast Guard on a pro bono basis.(4) Effect of law.—(A) In general.— The training required by this section shall replace the substantially similar training that was required by the Commandant on the day before the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025.(B) Previous training recipients.— A Coast Guard flag officer or a Coast Guard Senior Executive Service employee who, not more than 3 years before the date of the enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025, completed the training that was required by the Commandant on the day before such date of enactment, shall not be required to complete the training required by this section.(b) Training for congressional affairs personnel.—(1) In general.— The Commandant shall develop a training course, which shall be administered in person, on the workings of Congress for any member of the Coast Guard selected for a position as a fellow, liaison, counsel, or administrative staff for the Coast Guard Office of Congressional and Governmental Affairs or as any Coast Guard district or area governmental affairs officer.(2) Course subject matter.—(A) In general.— The training course required under this section shall provide an overview and introduction to Congress and the Federal legislative process, including—(i) the congressional budget process;(ii) the congressional appropriations process;(iii) the congressional authorization process;(iv) the Senate advice and consent process for Presidential nominees;(v) the Senate advice and consent process for treaty ratification;(vi) the roles of Members of Congress and congressional staff in the legislative process;(vii) the concept and underlying purposes of congressional oversight within the governance framework of separation of powers;(viii) the roles of Coast Guard fellows, liaisons, counsels, governmental affairs officers, the Coast Guard Office of Program Review, the Coast Guard Headquarters program offices, and any other entity the Commandant considers relevant; and(ix) the roles and responsibilities of Coast Guard public affairs and external communications personnel with respect to Members of Congress and the staff of such Members necessary to enhance communication between Coast Guard units, sectors, and districts and Member offices and committees of jurisdiction so as to ensure visibility of Coast Guard activities.(3) Detail within Coast Guard office of budget and programs.—(A) In general.— At the written request of a receiving congressional office, the training course required under this section shall include a multi-day detail within the Coast Guard Office of Budget and Programs to ensure adequate exposure to Coast Guard policy, oversight, and requests from Congress.(B) Nonconsecutive detail permitted.— A detail under this paragraph is not required to be consecutive with the balance of the training.(4) Completion of required training.— A member of the Coast Guard selected for a position described in subsection (a) shall complete the training required by this section before the date on which such member reports for duty for such position.

    The bill says: Section 316 of title 14, United States Code, as so redesignated, is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 316)

38. 14 U.S.C. 317(b)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 205(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1) by striking "The Secretary" and inserting "Except as provided in paragraph (2), the Secretary"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 317)

39. 14 U.S.C. 317(b)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 205(1)

    (A) the design of the Museum; and(B) engineering, construction administration, and quality assurance services for the Museum.

    The bill says: in paragraph (2) by striking "on the engineering and design of a Museum." and inserting "on—"

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 317)

40. 14 U.S.C. 317(e)rewrittenby H.R. 4275 Sec. 205(2)

    (2)(A) for the purpose of conducting Coast Guard operations, lease from the Association—(i) the Museum; and(ii) any property owned by the Association that is adjacent to the railroad tracks that are adjacent to the property on which the Museum is located; and

    The bill says: in subsection (e), by amending paragraph (2)(A) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 317)

41. 14 U.S.C. 317rewrittenby H.R. 4275 Sec. 205(3)

    (g) Services.— With respect to the services related to the construction, maintenance, and operation of the Museum, the Commandant may, from nonprofits entities including the Association,—(1) solicit and accept services; and(2) enter into contracts or memoranda of agreement to acquire such services.

    The bill says: by amending subsection (g) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 317)

42. 14 U.S.C. 528addedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 211(b)

    The bill says: The analysis for chapter 5 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 528 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 528)

43. Public Law 117-263changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 211(b)

    The bill says: The table of contents for the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117–263) is amended by striking the item relating to section 11269.

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44. Public Law 117-263changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 211(b)

    The bill says: The table of contents for the Don Young Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022 (division K of Public Law 117–263) is amended by striking the item relating to section 11269.

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45. 14 U.S.C. 721added 722by H.R. 4275 Sec. 212(a)

    722 Cyber coordination in foreign territories.—(a) In general.— The Secretary, acting through the Commandant, may coordinate with a foreign entity to provide cyber prevention and response assistance related to the marine transportation systems and assets located outside the United States that have a nexus to the United States Marine Transportation System or illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing.(b) Types of support.— The Commandant may conduct cyber assessments, audits, inspections, operations, or other activities as provided under subsection (a).(c) Coordination.— The Secretary may provide support under subsections (a) and (b) after coordination with the Secretary of State.(d) Reimbursement authority.— The Secretary may require reimbursement from a foreign entity for costs incurred by the Coast Guard for assistance provided under subsection (a).(e) Definition.— In this section, the term foreign entity includes foreign governments and intergovernmental organizations the Secretary considers appropriate.

    The bill says: Chapter 7 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 721 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 721)

46. 14 U.S.C. 903(d)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 213

    The bill says: Section 903(d)(1) of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking "$1,500,000" and inserting "$4,000,000".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 903)

47. Public Law 117-263added (e)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 215

    (e) Additional reports on status of use of facilities and helicopter basing.— Beginning with the first quarterly report required under subsection (a) submitted after the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025, the Secretary shall include in each such report—(1) the status of the use of recently renovated Coast Guard housing facilities, food preparation facilities, and maintenance and repair facilities on St. Paul Island, Alaska, including a projected date for full use and occupancy of such facilities in support of Coast Guard missions in the Bering Sea; and(2) a detailed plan for the acquisition and construction of a hangar in close proximity to existing St. Paul airport facilities for the prosecution of Coast Guard operational missions, including plans for the use of land needed for such hangar.

    The bill says: Section 11221 of the Don Young Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022 (Public Law 117–263) is amended by adding at the end the following:

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48. 14 U.S.C. 561(d)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 216(1)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) by striking "retrofitting";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 561)

49. 14 U.S.C. 561(d)(2)(A)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 216(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "retrofitting," before "maintenance"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 561)

50. 14 U.S.C. 561(d)(2)(A)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 216(1)

    The bill says: by striking "the science party" and inserting "costs described in paragraph (3)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 561)

51. 14 U.S.C. 561(d)rewrittenby H.R. 4275 Sec. 216(1)

    (4) Memoranda of agreement.—(A) In general.— The Commandant—(i) shall enter into a memorandum of agreement with the Under Secretary to allow the Under Secretary to use any vessel acquired under this section to conduct research, and facilitate science activities, data collection, and other procedures necessary to carry out the purposes described in subsection (c); and(ii) may enter into a memorandum of agreement with any other Federal, State, local government entity, institution of higher education, or research institution to use any vessel acquired under this section to conduct research to facilitate science activities, data collection, and other procedures necessary to allow such an entity or institution to carry out the purposes described in subsection (c).(B) Prohibition.— The Commandant may not charge the Under Secretary or any other entity with whom the Commandant enters into a memorandum of agreement under subparagraph (A) any fee related to use or operation of any vessel acquired under this section.(C) Restriction.— The Commandant may only allow the use of any vessel acquired under this section under any memorandum of agreement entered into under this paragraph if such use is not inconsistent with the missions of the Coast Guard.

    The bill says: by amending paragraph (4) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 561)

52. 14 U.S.C. 561(j)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 216(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (j) by striking "through (c)" and inserting "and (b)".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 561)

53. 31 U.S.C. 9705(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by striking "the Department of the Treasury or the United States Coast Guard" and inserting "a Department of the Treasury law enforcement organization";

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

54. 31 U.S.C. 9705(a)(2)(B)(iv)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(a)

    The bill says: in clause (iv) by striking "and" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

55. 31 U.S.C. 9705(a)(2)(B)(v)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(a)

    The bill says: in clause (v) by inserting "and" after the semicolon; and

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

56. 31 U.S.C. 9705(a)(2)(B)added (vi)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(a)

    (vi) the United States Coast Guard with respect to any law of the United States which the Coast Guard is authorized to enforce, assist in the enforcement of, or administer pursuant to section 102, 522, or 525 of title 14;

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

57. 31 U.S.C. 9705(a)(2)(H)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a)(2)(H) by striking "the Department of the Treasury" and inserting "a Department of the Treasury law enforcement organization";

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

58. 31 U.S.C. 9705(d)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (d)(2) by striking "or the United States Coast Guard" each place it appears;

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

59. 31 U.S.C. 9705(f)(1)(A)(ii)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (f)(1)(A)(ii) by striking "or the United States Coast Guard";

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

60. 31 U.S.C. 9705(h)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (h)(1) by striking "the Department of the Treasury" and inserting "a Department of the Treasury law enforcement organization";

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

61. 31 U.S.C. 9705(j)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (j)(1) by striking "the Department of the Treasury or the United States Coast Guard" and inserting "a Department of the Treasury law enforcement organization";

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

62. 31 U.S.C. 9705(l)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (l) by striking "the Department of the Treasury" and inserting "a Department of the Treasury law enforcement organization"; and

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

63. 31 U.S.C. 9705(o)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (o)(1) by inserting "the United States Coast Guard," before "the United States Customs Service,".

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

64. 31 U.S.C. 9705removedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(b)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (c);

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

65. 31 U.S.C. 9705(g)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(b)

    The bill says: in subsection (g)(2) by striking "and (c)";

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

66. 31 U.S.C. 9705renumberedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(b)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (d) through (o) as subsections (c) through (n), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

67. 31 U.S.C. 9705changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(b)

    The bill says: by striking "subsection (d)" each place it appears and inserting "subsection (c)";

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

68. 31 U.S.C. 9705changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(b)

    The bill says: by striking "subsection (e)" each place it appears and inserting "subsection (d)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

69. 31 U.S.C. 9705changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(b)

    The bill says: by striking "subsection (h)" each place it appears and inserting "subsection (g)".

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

70. 31 U.S.C. 9705(f)(3)(C)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(c)

    The bill says: in subsection (f)(3)(C), as so redesignated, by striking "section 4(B) of 9703(g)" and inserting "paragraph (4)(B)";

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

71. 31 U.S.C. 9705(f)(4)(B)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(c)

    The bill says: in subsection (f)(4)(B), as so redesignated, by striking "for transfers pursuant to subparagraph (A)(ii) and";

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

72. 31 U.S.C. 9705(g)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(c)

    The bill says: in subsection (g)(2), as so redesignated, by striking "seizure of forfeiture" and inserting "seizure or forfeiture"; and

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

73. 31 U.S.C. 9705(l)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(c)

    The bill says: in subsection (l), as so redesignated, by striking "524(c)(11)" and inserting "524(c)".

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 9705)

74. 28 U.S.C. 524(c)(4)(C)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(d)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4)(C) by striking "9705(g)(4)(A)" and inserting "9705(f)(4)(A)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (28 U.S.C. 524)

75. 28 U.S.C. 524(c)(10)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(d)

    The bill says: in paragraph (10) by striking "9705(o)" and inserting "9705(n)".

    Bill text · Current law (28 U.S.C. 524)

76. 31 U.S.C. 5340(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(d)

    The bill says: Section 5340(1) of title 31, United States Code, is amended by striking "9705(o)" and inserting "9705(n)".

    Bill text · Current law (31 U.S.C. 5340)

77. 39 U.S.C. 2003(e)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 217(d)

    The bill says: Section 2003(e)(1) of title 39, United States Code, is amended by striking "9705(o)" and inserting "9705(n)".

    Bill text · Current law (39 U.S.C. 2003)

78. 14 U.S.C. 1105added (c)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 231

    (c) Lead systems integrator defined.— In this section, the term lead systems integrator has the meaning given such term in section 805(c) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2006 (Public Law 109–163).

    The bill says: Section 1105 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 1105)

79. 14 U.S.C. 1137addedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 232(b)

    The bill says: The analysis for chapter 11 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 1137 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 1137)

80. 14 U.S.C. 1151rewrittenby H.R. 4275 Sec. 233(a)

    1151 Restriction on acquisition, procurement, or construction of vessels in foreign shipyards.—(a) In general.— Except as provided in subsection (b), the Commandant may not lease, charter, or otherwise procure a vessel which contains a major component of the hull or superstructure constructed in a foreign shipyard.(b) Exceptions.—(1) In general.— The President may authorize exceptions to the prohibition in subsection (a) when the President determines that it is in the national security interest of the United States to address an immediate adverse effect on Coast Guard missions.(2) Timing.— An exception made by the President under paragraph (1) shall not take effect until the President submits to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a written explanation of the circumstances requiring such an exception in the national security interest, including—(A) a confirmation that there are insufficient qualified shipyards to meet the national security interest without such an exception; and(B) actions taken by the President to enable qualified United States shipyards to meet national security requirements prior to the issuance of such an exception

    The bill says: Section 1151 of title 14, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 1151)

81. Public Law 117-263(a)added (4)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 234(b)

    (4) Pilot program.—(A) In general.— During the 5 ice seasons beginning after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commandant shall conduct a pilot program to determine the extent to which the Coast Guard Great Lakes icebreaking cutter fleet is capable of maintaining tier one and tier two waterways open 95 percent of the time during an ice season.(B) Report.— Not later than 180 days after the end of each of the 5 ice seasons beginning after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commandant shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that details—(i) the results of the pilot program required under subparagraph (A); and(ii) any relevant new performance measures implemented by the Coast Guard, including the measures described in pages 5 through 7 of the report of the Coast Guard titled "Domestic Icebreaking Operations" and submitted to Congress on July 26, 2024, as required by section 11212(a)(3) of the Don Young Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022 (Public Law 117–263), and the results of the implementation of such measures.

    The bill says: Section 11212(a) of the Don Young Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022 (Public Law 117–263) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text

82. Public Law 117-263(f)rewrittenby H.R. 4275 Sec. 234(c)

    The bill says: Section 11213(f) of the Don Young Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022 (Public Law 117–263) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text

83. 14 U.S.C. 2512changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 241(a)

    The bill says: in the section heading by striking "Leave" and inserting "Family leave";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

84. 14 U.S.C. 2512(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 241(a)

    The bill says: by striking ", United States Code," and inserting "or, with respect to the reserve component of the Coast Guard, the Secretary of Defense promulgates a new regulation for members of the reserve component of the Coast Guard pursuant to section 711 of title 10,";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

85. 14 U.S.C. 2512(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 241(a)

    The bill says: by striking "or adoption of a child" and inserting "or placement of a minor child with the member for adoption or long term foster care";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

86. 14 U.S.C. 2512(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 241(a)

    The bill says: by striking "and enlisted members" and inserting ", enlisted members, and members of the reserve component"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

87. 14 U.S.C. 2512(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 241(a)

    The bill says: by inserting "or, with respect to members of the reserve component of the Coast Guard, the Secretary of Defense" after "provided by the Secretary of the Navy";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

88. 14 U.S.C. 2512(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 241(a)

    The bill says: in the subsection heading by striking "adoption of child" and inserting "placement of minor child with member for adoption or long term foster care";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

89. 14 U.S.C. 2512(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 241(a)

    The bill says: by striking "and 704" and inserting ", 704, and 711";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

90. 14 U.S.C. 2512(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 241(a)

    The bill says: by striking "and enlisted members" and inserting ", enlisted members, and members of the reserve component";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

91. 14 U.S.C. 2512(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 241(a)

    The bill says: by striking "the birth or adoption" inserting "the birth, adoption, or long term foster care";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

92. 14 U.S.C. 2512(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 241(a)

    The bill says: by striking "immediately";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

93. 14 U.S.C. 2512(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 241(a)

    The bill says: by striking "such birth or adoption" and inserting "such birth, placement of a minor child with the member for long-term foster care, or adoption,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

94. 14 U.S.C. 2512(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 241(a)

    The bill says: by striking "enlisted member" and inserting ", enlisted member, or member of the reserve component"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

95. 14 U.S.C. 2512added (c)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 241(a)

    (c) Period of leave.—(1) In general.— The Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, may authorize leave described under subparagraph (b) to be taken after the one-year period described in subparagraph (b) in the case of a member described in subsection (b) who, except for this subparagraph, would lose unused family leave at the end of the one-year period described in subparagraph (A) as a result of—(A) operational requirements;(B) professional military education obligations; or(C) other circumstances that the Secretary determines reasonable and appropriate.(2) Extended deadline.— The regulation, rule, policy, or memorandum prescribed under paragraph (a) shall require that any leave authorized to be taken after the one-year period described in subparagraph (c)(1)(A) shall be taken within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, after cessation of the circumstances warranting the extended deadline.(d) Member of the reserve component of the Coast Guard defined.— In this section, the term member of the reserve component of the Coast Guard means a member of the Coast Guard who is a member of—(1) the selected reserve who is entitled to compensation under section 206 of title 37; or(2) the individual ready reserve who is entitled to compensation under section 206 of title 37 when attending or participating in a sufficient number of periods of inactive-duty training during a year to count the year as a qualifying year of creditable service toward eligibility for retired pay.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

96. 37 U.S.C. 206(a)(4)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 241(c)

    The bill says: Section 206(a)(4) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by inserting before the period at the end "or family leave under section 2512 of title 14".

    Bill text · Current law (37 U.S.C. 206)

97. 14 U.S.C. 2514(c)(3)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 242(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (c)(3) by striking "2 months" and inserting "30 days"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2514)

98. 14 U.S.C. 2514(h)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 242(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1) by striking "and" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2514)

99. 14 U.S.C. 2514(h)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 242(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2) by striking the period and inserting a semicolon; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2514)

100. 14 U.S.C. 2514(h)added (3)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 242(2)

     (3) the entitlement of the member and of the survivors of the member to all death benefits under subchapter II of chapter 75 of title 10;(4) the provision of all travel and transportation allowances to family members of a deceased member to attend the repatriation, burial, or memorial ceremony of a deceased member as provided in section 453(f) of title 37;(5) the eligibility of the member for general benefits as provided in part II of title 38; and(6) in the case of a victim of an alleged sex-related offense (as such term is defined in section 1044e(h) of title 10) to the maximum extent practicable, maintaining access to—(A) Coast Guard behavioral health resources;(B) sexual assault prevention and response resources and programs of the Coast Guard; and(C) Coast Guard legal resources, including, to the extent practicable, special victims’ counsel.

     The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2514)

101. 14 U.S.C. 2708added (c)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 245

     (c) The Coast Guard may provide a cash allowance, in such amount as the Secretary shall determine by policy, to be paid to pregnant officer personnel for the purchase of maternity-related uniform items, if such uniform items are not so furnished to the member by the Coast Guard.

     The bill says: Section 2708 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2708)

102. 14 U.S.C. 3710rewrittenby H.R. 4275 Sec. 246(a)

     3710 College student precommissioning initiative.—(a) In general.— There is authorized within the Coast Guard a college student precommissioning initiative program (in this section referred to as the "Program") for eligible undergraduate students to enlist in the Coast Guard Reserve and receive a commission as a Reserve officer.(b) Criteria for selection.— To be eligible for the Program an applicant shall meet the following requirements upon submitting an application:(1) Age.— The applicant shall be not less than 19 years old and not more than 31 years old as of September 30 of the fiscal year in which the Program selection panel selecting such applicant convenes, or an age otherwise determined by the Commandant.(2) Character.—(A) In general.— The applicant shall be of outstanding moral character and meet any other character requirement set forth by the Commandant.(B) Coast guard applicants.— Any applicant serving in the Coast Guard may not be commissioned if in the 36 months prior to the first Officer Candidate School class convening date in the selection cycle, such applicant was convicted by a court-martial or assigned nonjudicial punishment, or did not meet performance or character requirements set forth by the Commandant.(3) Citizenship.— The applicant shall be a United States citizen.(4) Clearance.— The applicant shall be eligible for a secret clearance.(5) Education.— The applicant shall be enrolled in a college degree program at—(A) an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1067q(a));(B) an institution of higher education (as defined in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001)) that, at the time of the application has had for 3 consecutive years an enrollment of undergraduate full-time equivalent students (as defined in section 312(e) of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1058(e))) that is a total of at least 50 percent Black American, Hispanic American, Asian American (as defined in section 371(c) of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1067q(c))), Native American Pacific Islander (as defined in such section), or Native American (as defined in such section), among other criteria, as determined by the Commandant; or(C) an institution that meets the eligibility requirements for funding as a rural-serving institution of higher education under section 861 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1161q).(6) Location.— The institution at which the applicant is an undergraduate shall be within 100 miles of a Coast Guard unit or Coast Guard Recruiting Office unless otherwise approved by the Commandant.(7) Records.— The applicant shall meet credit and grade point average requirements set forth by the Commandant.(8) Medical and administrative.— The applicant shall meet other medical and administrative requirements as set forth by the Commandant.(c) Financial assistance.—(1) In general.— The Commandant may provide financial assistance to enlisted members of the Coast Guard Reserve on active duty participating in the Program, for expenses of the enlisted member while the enlisted member is enrolled, on a full-time basis, in a college degree program approved by the Commandant at a college, university, or institution of higher education described in subsection (b)(5) that leads to—(A) a baccalaureate degree in not more than 5 academic years; or(B) a post-baccalaureate degree.(2) Written agreements.— To be eligible for financial assistance under this section, an enlisted member of the Coast Guard Reserve shall enter into a written agreement with the Coast Guard that notifies the Reserve enlisted member of the obligations of that member under this section, and in which the member agrees to the following:(A) The member shall complete an approved college degree program at a college, university, or institution of higher education described in subsection (b)(5).(B) The member shall satisfactorily complete all required Coast Guard training and participate in monthly military activities of the Program as required by the Commandant.(C) Upon graduation from the college, university, or institution of higher education described in subsection (b)(5), the member shall—(i) accept an appointment, if tendered, as a commissioned officer in the Coast Guard Reserve; and(ii) serve a period of obligated active duty for a minimum of 3 years immediately after such appointment as follows:(I) Members participating in the Program shall be obligated to serve on active duty 3 months for each month of instruction for which they receive financial assistance pursuant to this section for the first 12 months and 1 month for each month thereafter, or 3 years, whichever is greater.(II) The period of obligated active duty service incurred while participating in the Program shall be in addition to any other obligated service a member may incur due to receiving other bonuses or other benefits as part of any other Coast Guard program.(III) If an appointment described in clause (i) is not tendered, the member will remain in the Reserve component until completion of the member’s enlisted service obligation.(D) The member shall agree to perform such duties or complete such terms under the conditions of service specified by the Coast Guard.(3) Expenses.— Expenses for which financial assistance may be provided under this section are the following:(A) Tuition and fees charged by the college, university, or institution of higher education at which a member is enrolled on a full-time basis.(B) The cost of books.(C) In the case of a program of education leading to a baccalaureate degree, laboratory expenses.(D) Such other expenses as the Commandant considers appropriate, which may not exceed $25,000 for any academic year.(4) Time limit.— Financial assistance may be provided to a member under this section for up to 5 consecutive academic years.(5) Breach of agreement.—(A) In general.— The Secretary may retain in the Coast Guard Reserve, and

     The bill says: Section 3710 of title 14, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 3710)

103. 14 U.S.C. 2131repealedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 246(b)

     The bill says: Section 2131 of title 14, United States Code, is repealed.

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2131)

104. 14 U.S.C. 3740(f)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 247

     The bill says: Section 3740(f) of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking "section 2117" and inserting "sections 2115 and 2117".

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 3740)

105. 14 U.S.C. 1903changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 261(1)

     (a) In general.— The Commandant shall establish a Board of Visitors to the Coast Guard Academy to review and make recommendations on the operation of the Academy.(b) Membership.—(1) In general.— The membership of the Board shall consist of the following:(A) The chairperson of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate, or a member of such Committee designated by such chairperson.(B) The chairperson of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives, or a member of such Committee designated by such chairperson.(C) 3 Senators appointed by the Vice President.(D) 4 Members of the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives.(E) 2 Senators appointed by the Vice President, each of whom shall be selected from among members of the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate.(F) 2 Members of the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, each of whom shall be selected from among members of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives.(G) 6 individuals designated by the President.(2) Timing of appointments of members.—(A) If any member of the Board described in paragraph (1)(C) is not appointed by the date that is 180 days after the date on which the first session of each Congress convenes, the chair and ranking member of the subcommittee of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate with jurisdiction over the authorization of appropriations of the Coast Guard shall be members of the Board until the date on which the second session of such Congress adjourns sine die.(B) If any member of the Board described in paragraph (1)(D) is not appointed by the date that is 180 days after the date on which the first session of each Congress convenes, the chair and ranking member of the subcommittee of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives with jurisdiction over the authorization of appropriations for the Coast Guard shall be members of the Board until the date on which the second session of such Congress adjourns sine die.(C) If any member of the Board described in paragraph (1)(E) is not appointed by the date that is 180 days after the date on which the first session of each Congress convenes, the chair and ranking member of the subcommittee of the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate with jurisdiction over appropriations for the Coast Guard shall be members of the Board until the date on which the second session of such Congress adjourns sine die.(D) If any member of the Board described in paragraph (1)(F) is not appointed by the date that is 180 days after the date on which the first session of each Congress convenes, the chair and ranking member of the subcommittee of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives with jurisdiction over appropriations for the Coast Guard shall be members of the Board until the date on which the second session of such Congress adjourns sine die.(3) Chairperson.—(A) In general.— On a biennial basis and subject to paragraph (4), the Board shall select from among the members of the Board a Member of Congress to serve as the Chair of the Board.(B) Rotation.— A Member of the House of Representatives and a Member of the Senate shall alternately be selected as the Chair of the Board.(C) Term.— An individual may not serve as Chairperson of the Board for consecutive terms.(4) Length of service.—(A) Members of congress.— A Member of Congress designated as a member of the Board under paragraph (1) shall be designated as a member in the first session of the applicable Congress and shall serve for the duration of such Congress.(B) Individuals designated by the president.— Each individual designated by the President under paragraph (1)(G) shall serve as a member of the Board for 3 years, except that any such member whose term of office has expired shall continue to serve until a successor is appointed by the President.(C) Death or resignation of a member.— If a member of the Board dies or resigns, a successor shall be designated for any unexpired portion of the term of the member by the official who designated the member.(c) Duties.—(1) Annual visit.— The Commandant shall invite each member of the Board, and any designee of a member of the Board, to visit the Coast Guard Academy at least once annually to review the operation of the Academy.(2) Additional visits.— With the approval of the Secretary, the Board or any members of the Board in connection with the duties of the Board may—(A) make visits to the Academy in addition to the visits described in paragraph (1); or(B) consult with—(i) the Superintendent of the Academy; or(ii) the faculty, staff, or cadets of the Academy.(3) Access.— The Commandant shall ensure that the Board or any members of the Board who visits the Academy under this paragraph is provided reasonable access to the grounds, facilities, cadets, faculty, staff, and other personnel of the Academy for the purpose of carrying out the duties of the Board.

     The bill says: by striking subsections (a) through (c) and inserting the following:

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 1903)

106. 14 U.S.C. 1903changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 261(2)

     (e) Administrative matters.—(1) Meetings.—(A) In general.— Not less frequently than annually, the Board shall meet at a location chosen by the Commandant, in consultation with the Board, to conduct the review required by subsection (d).(B) Chairperson and charter.— The Federal officer designated under subsection (g)(1)(B) shall organize a meeting of the Board for the purposes of—(i) selecting a Chairperson of the Board under subsection (b)(3);(ii) adopting an official charter for the Board, which shall establish the schedule of meetings of the Board; and(iii) any other matter such designated Federal officer or the Board considers appropriate.(C) Scheduling.— In scheduling a meeting of the Board, such designated Federal officer shall coordinate, to the greatest extent practicable, with the members of the Board to determine the date and time of the meeting.(D) Notification.— Not less than 30 days before each scheduled meeting of the Board, such designated Federal officer shall notify each member of the Board of the time, date, and location of the meeting.(2) Staff.—(A) Designation.— The chairperson and the ranking member of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the chairperson and the ranking member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives may each designate 1 staff member of each such Committees.(B) Role.— Staff designated under subparagraph (A)—(i) may attend and participate in visits and carry out consultations described under subsection (c)(1) and attend and participate in meetings described under paragraph (1); and(ii) may not otherwise carry out duties or take actions reserved to members of the Board under this section.(3) Advisors.— If approved by the Secretary, the Board may consult with advisors in carrying out the duties of the Board under this section.(4) Reports.—(A) In general.— Not later than 60 days after the date on which the Board conducts a meeting of the Board under paragraph (1), the Commandant, in consultation with the Board, shall submit a report on the actions of the Board during the meeting and the recommendations of the Board pertaining to the Academy to—(i) the Secretary;(ii) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate; and(iii) the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives.(B) Publication.— Each report submitted under this paragraph shall be published on a publicly accessible website of the Coast Guard.(f) Disclosure.— The Commandant and the Superintendent of the Academy shall ensure candid and complete disclosure to the Board, consistent with applicable laws relating to disclosure of information, with respect to—(1) each issue described in subsection (d); and(2) any other issue the Board or the Commandant considers appropriate.(g) Coast Guard support.—(1) In general.— The Commandant shall—(A) provide support to the Board, as Board considers necessary for the performance of the duties of the Board;(B) designate a Federal officer to support the performance of the duties of the Board; and(C) in cooperation with the Superintendent of the Academy, advise the Board of any institutional issues, consistent with applicable laws concerning the disclosure of information.(2) Reimbursement.— Each member of the Board and each advisor consulted by the Board under subsection (e)(3) shall be reimbursed, to the extent permitted by law, by the Coast Guard for actual expenses incurred while engaged in duties as a member or advisor.(h) Notification.— Not later than 30 days after the date on which the first session of each Congress convenes, the Commandant shall provide to the chairperson and ranking member of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the chairperson and ranking member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives, and the President notification of the requirements of this section.

     The bill says: by striking subsections (e) through (g) and inserting the following:

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 1903)

107. 14 U.S.C. 1902added (f)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 267

     (f) Room reassignment.— Coast Guard Academy cadets may request room reassignment if experiencing discomfort due to Coast Guard Academy rooming assignments, consistent with policy.

     The bill says: Section 1902 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 1902)

108. Public Law 117-263(c)added (7)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 278

     (7) Public report.—(A) In general.— Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025, the Commandant shall brief the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House or Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate on the cost to the Coast Guard of meeting the requirements of section 564 of title 14, United States Code, in fiscal year 2024.(B) Secondary briefings.— Not later than November 1, 2025 and November, 1, 2026, the Commandant shall brief the committees described in subparagraph (A) on the cost to the Coast Guard of meeting the requirements of section 564 of title 14, United States Code, in fiscal years 2025 and 2026, respectively.

     The bill says: Section 11272(c) of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117–263) is amended by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text

109. Public Law 118-31renumberedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 301(a)

     The bill says: by redesignating subsection (k) as subsection (u); and

     Bill text

110. Public Law 118-31changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 301(a)

     (j) Revising merchant mariner deck training requirements.— Section 2101 of title 46, United States Code, is amended—(1) by redesignating paragraphs (20) through (56) as paragraphs (21), (22), (24), (25), (26), (27), (28), (29), (30), (31), (32), (33), (34), (35), (36), (37), (38), (39), (40), (41), (42), (43), (44), (45), (46), (47), (48), (49), (50), (51), (52), (53), (54), (55), (56), (57), and (58), respectively; and(2) by inserting after paragraph (19) the following:(20) "merchant mariner credential" means a merchant mariner license, certificate, or document that the Secretary is authorized to issue pursuant to this title.(3) by inserting after paragraph (22), as so redesignated, the following:(23) "nautical school program" means a program that—(A) offers a comprehensive program of training that includes substantial sea service on nautical school vessels or merchant vessels of the United States primarily to train individuals for service in the merchant marine; and(B) is approved by the Secretary for purposes of section 7315, in accordance with regulations promulgated by the Secretary.(k) Noncitizenship nationality.—(1) Citizenship or noncitizen nationality.— Section 7102 of title 46, United States Code, is amended—(A) in the section heading by inserting "or noncitizen nationality" after "Citizenship"; and(B) by inserting "or noncitizen nationals (as such term is described in section 308 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1408))" after "citizens".(2) Conforming amendments.—(A) In general.— Section 7304 of title 46, United States Code, is amended—(i) in the section heading by inserting "or noncitizen nationality" after "Citizenship"; and(ii) by inserting "or noncitizen nationals (as such term is described in section 308 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1408))" after "citizens".(B) Citizenship and Navy Reserve requirements.— Section 8103 of title 46, United States Code, is amended—(i) in the section heading by inserting "or noncitizen nationality" after "Citizenship";(ii) in subsection (a) by inserting "or noncitizen national" after "citizen";(iii) in subsection (b)—(I) in paragraph (1)(A)(i) by inserting "or noncitizen national" after "citizen";(II) in paragraph (3) by inserting "or noncitizen nationality" after "citizenship"; and(III) in paragraph (3)(C) by inserting "or noncitizen nationals" after "citizens";(iv) in subsection (c) by inserting "or noncitizen nationals" after "citizens";(v) in subsection (d)—(I) in paragraph (1) by inserting "or noncitizen nationals" after "citizens"; and(II) in paragraph (2) by inserting "or noncitizen national" after "citizen" each place it appears;(vi) in subsection (e) by inserting "or noncitizen national" after "citizen" each place it appears;(vii) in subsection (i)(1)(A) by inserting "or noncitizen national" after "citizen";(viii) in subsection (k)—(I) in paragraph (1)(A) by inserting "or noncitizen national" after "citizen"; and(II) in paragraph (2)—(aa) by striking "Not more than" and inserting the following:(A) Not more than(bb) by adding at the end the following:(B) Notwithstanding subparagraph (A), for the period beginning on the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025 and ending on December 31, 2065, not more than 50 percent of the unlicensed seamen on a vessel described in paragraph (1) may be aliens referred to in subparagraph (B) or (C) of such paragraph.(ix) by adding at the end the following:(l) Noncitizen national defined.— In this section, the term noncitizen national means an individual described in section 308 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1408).(C) Command of documented vessels.— Section 12131(a) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting "or noncitizen national (as such term is described in section 308 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1408))" after "citizen".(D) Invalidation of certificates of documentation.— Section 12135(2) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting "or noncitizen national (as such term is described in section 308 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1408))" after "citizen".(3) Clerical amendments.—(A) In general.— The analysis for chapter 71 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 7102 and inserting the following:(B) Section 7304.— The analysis for chapter 73 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 7304 and inserting the following:(C) Section 8103.— The analysis for chapter 81 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 8103 and inserting the following:(l) Examinations.— Section 7116 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking subsection (c).(m) Merchant mariners documents.— Chapter 73 of title 46, United States Code is amended—(1) by amending section 7306 to read as follows:7306 General requirements and classifications for members of deck departments.—(a) In general.— The Secretary may issue a merchant mariner credential, to members of the deck department in the following classes:(1) Able Seaman-Unlimited.(2) Able Seaman-Limited.(3) Able Seaman-Special.(4) Able Seaman-Offshore Supply Vessels.(5) Able Seaman-Sail.(6) Able Seaman-Fishing Industry.(7) Ordinary Seaman.(b) Classification of credentials.— The Secretary may classify the merchant mariner credential issued under subsection (a) based on—(1) the tonnage and means of propulsion of vessels;(2) the waters on which vessels are to be operated; or(3) other appropriate standards.(c) Qualifications.— To qualify for a credential under this section, an applicant shall provide satisfactory proof that the applicant—(1) is at least 18 years of age;(2) has the service required by the applicable section of this part;(3) is qualified professionally as demonstrated by an applicable examination or educational requirements;(4) is qualified as

     The bill says: by striking subsection (j) and inserting the following:

     Bill text

111. Public Law 116-283(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 302

     The bill says: Section 8313(b) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283) is amended by striking "2025" and inserting "2029".

     Bill text

112. 46 U.S.C. 2302(b)rewrittenby H.R. 4275 Sec. 311

     (b) Grossly negligent operation.—(1) Misdemeanor.— A person operating a vessel in a grossly negligent manner that endangers the life, limb, or property of a person commits a class A misdemeanor.(2) Felony.— A person operating a vessel in a grossly negligent manner that results in serious bodily injury, as defined in section 1365(h)(3) of title 18—(A) commits a class E felony; and(B) may be assessed a civil penalty of not more than $35,000.

     The bill says: Section 2302(b) of title 46, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 2302)

113. 46 U.S.C. 3714(a)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 312(a)

     The bill says: in subsection (a)(1) by striking "The Secretary" and inserting "Except as provided in subsection (c), the Secretary";

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3714)

114. 46 U.S.C. 3714renumberedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 312(a)

     The bill says: by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (d); and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3714)

115. 46 U.S.C. 3714added (c)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 312(a)

     (c) Performance-driven examination schedule.—(1) In general.— With respect to examinations of foreign vessels to which this chapter applies, and subject to paragraph (3), the Secretary may adopt a performance-driven examination schedule to which such vessels are to be examined and the frequency with which such examinations occur, including the frequency of examinations for each vessel. Such schedule shall be consistent with the Secretary’s assessment of the safety performance of such vessels, including each vessel participating in the performance-driven examination schedule, in accordance with paragraph (2).(2) Considerations.— In developing an examination schedule under paragraph (1) and subject to paragraph (3), with respect to each vessel in determining eligibility to participate in the performance based examination schedule—(A) the Secretary shall consider—(i) certificate of compliance and examination history, to include those conducted by foreign countries;(ii) history of violations, vessel detentions, incidents, and casualties;(iii) history of notices of violation issued by the Coast Guard;(iv) safety related information provided by the flag state of the vessel;(v) owner and operator history;(vi) historical classification society data, which may include relevant surveys;(vii) cargo-specific documentation;(viii) data from port state control safety exams; and(ix) relevant repair and maintenance history; and(B) the Secretary may consider—(i) data from relevant vessel quality assurance and risk assessment programs including Quality Shipping for the 21st Century (QUALSHIP 21);(ii) data from industry inspection regimes;(iii) data from vessel self assessments submitted to the International Maritime Organization or other maritime organizations; and(iv) other safety relevant data or information as determined by the Secretary.(3) Eligibility.— In developing an examination schedule under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall not consider a vessel eligible to take part in a performance-driven examination schedule under paragraph (1) if, within the last 36 months, the vessel has—(A) been detained by the Coast Guard;(B) a record of a violation issued by the Coast Guard against the owners or operators with a finding of proved; or(C) suffered a marine casualty that, as determined by the Secretary, involves the safe operation of the vessel and overall performance of the vessel.(4) Restrictions.— The Secretary may not adopt a performance-driven examination schedule under paragraph (1) until the Secretary has—(A) conducted the assessment recommended in the Government Accountability Office report submitted under section 8254(a) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283);(B) concluded through such assessment that a performance-driven examination schedule provides not less than the level of safety provided by the annual examinations required under subsection (a)(1); and(C) provided the results of such assessment to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives.

     The bill says: by inserting after subsection (b) the following:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3714)

116. 46 U.S.C. 4502(i)(1)(A)(ii)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 313(1)

     The bill says: in subparagraph (A)(ii) by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 4502)

117. 46 U.S.C. 4502(i)(1)renumberedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 313(1)

     The bill says: by redesignating subparagraph (B) as subparagraph (C); and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 4502)

118. 46 U.S.C. 4502(i)(1)added (B)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 313(1)

     (B) to conduct safety and prevention training that addresses behavioral and physical health risks, to include substance use disorder and worker fatigue, facing fishing vessel operators and crewmembers; and

     The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (A) the following:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 4502)

119. 46 U.S.C. 4502(i)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 313(1)

     The bill says: by striking ", in consultation with and based on criteria established by the Commandant of the Coast Guard"; and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 4502)

120. 46 U.S.C. 4502(i)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 313(1)

     subsection—(A) on a competitive basis; and(B) based on criteria developed in consultation with the Commandant of the Coast Guard

     The bill says: by striking "subsection on a competitive basis" and inserting the following:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 4502)

121. 46 U.S.C. 4502(i)(4)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 313(1)

     The bill says: in paragraph (4) by striking "$3,000,000 for fiscal year 2023" and inserting "to the Secretary of Health and Human Services $6,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2025, and 2026, 2027, 2028, and 2029"; and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 4502)

122. 46 U.S.C. 4502(j)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 313(2)

     The bill says: in paragraph (1) by inserting ", and understanding and mitigating behavioral and physical health risks, to include substance use disorder and worker fatigue, facing members of the commercial fishing industry" after "weather detection";

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 4502)

123. 46 U.S.C. 4502(j)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 313(2)

     The bill says: by striking ", in consultation with and based on criteria established by the Commandant of the Coast Guard,"; and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 4502)

124. 46 U.S.C. 4502(j)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 313(2)

     subsection—(A) on a competitive basis; and(B) based on criteria developed in consultation with the Commandant of the Coast Guard

     The bill says: by striking "subsection on a competitive basis" and inserting the following:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 4502)

125. 46 U.S.C. 4502(j)(4)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 313(2)

     The bill says: in paragraph (4) by striking "$3,000,000 for fiscal year 2023" and inserting "to the Secretary of Health and Human Services $6,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 , and 2026, 2027, 2028, and 2029".

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 4502)

126. 46 U.S.C. 9302(a)(1)(A)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 314(a)

     The bill says: Section 9302(a)(1)(A) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking "in waters" and inserting "in the Straits of Mackinac and in all other waters".

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 9302)

127. 46 U.S.C. 9302added (g)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 314(b)

     (g) Definition of the Straits of Mackinac.— In this section, the term Straits of Mackinac includes all of the United States navigable waters bounded by longitudes 84 degrees 20 minutes west and 85 degrees 10 minutes west and latitudes 45 degrees 39 minutes north and 45 degrees 54 minutes north, including Gray’s Reef Passage, the South Channel, and Round Island Passage, and approaches thereto.

     The bill says: Section 9302 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 9302)

128. Public Law 115-232(a)(3)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 317

     The bill says: Section 3529(a)(3) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115–232) is amended by striking "this Act" and inserting "the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025".

     Bill text

129. 46 U.S.C. 70034changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 321(a)

     The bill says: by striking "2-year pilot program" and inserting "pilot program";

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70034)

130. 46 U.S.C. 70034renumberedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 321(a)

     The bill says: by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (d); and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70034)

131. 46 U.S.C. 70034added (c)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 321(a)

     (c) Authorization.— The pilot program under subsection (a) is authorized for fiscal years 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, and 2029.

     The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70034)

132. 46 U.S.C. 70011(a)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 321(b)

     The bill says: in paragraph (1) by inserting ", including damage or destruction resulting from cyber incidents, transnational organized crime, or foreign state threats" after "adjacent to such waters"; and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70011)

133. 46 U.S.C. 70011(a)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 321(b)

     The bill says: in paragraph (2) by inserting "or harm resulting from cyber incidents, transnational organized crime, or foreign state threats" after "loss".

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70011)

134. 46 U.S.C. 70011(b)(3)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 321(c)

     The bill says: in paragraph (3) by striking "and" at the end;

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70011)

135. 46 U.S.C. 70011(b)(4)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 321(c)

     The bill says: in paragraph (4) by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70011)

136. 46 U.S.C. 70011(b)added (5)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 321(c)

     (5) prohibiting a representative of a government of country that the Secretary of State has determined has repeatedly provided support for acts of international terrorism under section 620A of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2371) from visiting a facility for which a facility security plan is required under section 70103(c).

     The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70011)

137. 46 U.S.C. 70032rewrittenby H.R. 4275 Sec. 321(d)

     70032 Delegation of ports and waterways authorities in Saint Lawrence Seaway.—(a) In general.— Except as provided in subsection (b), the authority granted to the Secretary under sections 70001, 70002, 70003, 70004, and 70011 may not be delegated with respect to the Saint Lawrence Seaway to any agency other than the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation. Any other authority granted the Secretary under subchapters I through III and this subchapter shall be delegated by the Secretary to the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation to the extent the Secretary determines such delegation is necessary for the proper operation of the Saint Lawrence Seaway.(b) Exception.— The Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, after consultation with the Secretary or the head of an agency to which the Secretary has delegated the authorities in subsection (a), may—(1) issue and enforce special orders in accordance with section 70002;(2) establish water or waterfront safety zones, or other measures, for limited, controlled, or conditional access and activity when necessary for the protection of any vessel structure, waters, or shore area, as permitted in section 70011(b)(3); and(3) take actions for port, harbor, and coastal facility security in accordance with section 70116.

     The bill says: Section 70032 of title 46, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70032)

138. 46 U.S.C. 70051changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 321(e)

     The bill says: Section 70051 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting "or cyber incidents, or transnational organized crime, or foreign state threats," after "threatened war, or invasion, or insurrection, or subversive activity,".

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70051)

139. 46 U.S.C. 70503(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 324(1)

     The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by striking "While on board a covered vessel, an" and inserting "An";

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70503)

140. 46 U.S.C. 70503(a)rewrittenby H.R. 4275 Sec. 324(2)

     The bill says: by amending paragraph (1) to read as follows:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70503)

141. 46 U.S.C. 70503(a)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 324(3)

     The bill says: in paragraph (2) by inserting "on board a covered vessel" before the semicolon; and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70503)

142. 46 U.S.C. 70503(a)(3)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 324(4)

     The bill says: in paragraph (3) by inserting "while on board a covered vessel" after "such individual".

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70503)

143. 46 U.S.C. 70103(c)added (9)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 325

     (9) The Secretary may conduct no-notice exercises in Captain of the Port Zones (as described in part 3 of title 33, Code of Federal Regulations as in effect on the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025) involving a facility or vessel required to maintain a security plan under this subsection.

     The bill says: Section 70103(c) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70103)

144. 14 U.S.C. 319(b)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 335

     The bill says: Section 319(b)(1) of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking "2 or more" and inserting "up to 4".

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 319)

145. Public Law 115-282added 904by H.R. 4275 Sec. 341(a)

     904 Information on type approval certificates.— Unless otherwise prohibited by law, the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall, upon request by any State, the District of Columbia, any Indian Tribe, or any territory of the United States, provide all data possessed by the Coast Guard for a ballast water management system with a type approval certificate approved by the Coast Guard pursuant to subpart 162.060 of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, as in effect on the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025 pertaining to—(1) challenge water (as defined in section 162.060–3 of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, as in effect on the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025) quality characteristics;(2) post-treatment water quality characteristics;(3) challenge water (as defined in section 162.060–3 of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, as in effect on the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025) biologic organism concentrations data; and(4) post-treatment water biologic organism concentrations data.

     The bill says: Title IX of the Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018 (Public Law 115–282) is amended by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text

146. Public Law 115-282addedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 341(b)

     The bill says: The table of contents for the Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018 (Public Law 115–282) is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 903 the following:

     Bill text

147. 33 U.S.C. 1504(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 342(a)

     The bill says: Section 5(a) of the Deepwater Port Act of 1974 (33 U.S.C. 1504(a)) is amended by striking the first sentence and inserting "Notwithstanding section 888(b) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 468(b)), the Secretary shall have the authority to issue regulations to carry out the purposes and provisions of this Act, in accordance with the provisions of section 553 of title 5, United States Code, without regard to subsection (a) thereof.".

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 1504)

148. 33 U.S.C. 1504changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 342(b)

     (f) NEPA compliance.—(1) Definition of lead agency.— In this subsection, the term lead agency has the meaning given the term in section 111 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4336e).(2) Lead agency.—(A) In general.— For all applications, the Maritime Administration shall be the Federal lead agency for purposes of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.).(B) Effect of compliance.— Compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) in accordance with subparagraph (A) shall fulfill the requirement of the Federal lead agency in carrying out the responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) pursuant to this Act.

     The bill says: Section 5 of the Deepwater Port Act of 1974 (33 U.S.C. 1504) is amended by striking subsection (f) and inserting the following:

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 1504)

149. 46 U.S.C. 3507(d)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 343(a)

     The bill says: Section 3507(d)(1) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting "(taking into consideration the length of the voyage and the number of passengers and crewmembers that the vessel can accommodate)" after "a sexual assault".

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3507)

150. 46 U.S.C. 3507(f)(1)(A)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 343(b)

     The bill says: in subparagraph (A) by striking "and" at the end; and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3507)

151. 46 U.S.C. 3507(f)(1)added (C)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 343(b)

     (C) a system that electronically records the date, time, and identity of each crew member accessing each passenger stateroom; and

     The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (B) the following:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3507)

152. 46 U.S.C. 3507(f)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 343(b)

     (2) ensure that the procedures and restrictions are—(A) fully and properly implemented;(B) reviewed annually; and(C) updated as necessary.

     The bill says: by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3507)

153. 16 U.S.C. 1390(a)(2)(A)(i)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 344

     The bill says: Section 11304(a)(2)(A)(i) of the Don Young Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022 (16 U.S.C. 1390 note) is amended by striking "4 years" and inserting "6 years".

     Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 1390)

154. Public Law 117-263changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 345

     The bill says: Section 11320 of the Don Young Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022 (Public Law 117–263; 136 Stat. 4092) is amended by striking "during the period" and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting "until December 31, 2029.".

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155. 46 U.S.C. 3316(d)rewrittenby H.R. 4275 Sec. 346(1)

     (i) the government of the foreign country in which the foreign society is headquartered—(I) delegates that authority to the American Bureau of Shipping; or(II) does not delegate that authority to any classification society; or

     The bill says: by amending paragraph (2)(B)(i) to read as follows:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3316)

156. 46 U.S.C. 3316(d)added (5)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 346(2)

     (5) Clarification on authority.— Nothing in this subsection authorizes the Secretary to make a delegation under paragraph (2) to a classification society from the People’s Republic of China.

     The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3316)

157. 46 U.S.C. 3702(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 348(a)

     The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by striking "offshore drilling or production facilities in the oil industry" and inserting "exploration, development, or production of offshore drilling or production facilities in the oil industry and non-mineral energy production"; and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3702)

158. 46 U.S.C. 3702(b)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 348(a)

     The bill says: in paragraph (2) by striking "oil exploitation" and inserting "exploration, development, or production of offshore energy resources".

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3702)

159. 33 U.S.C. 1958(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 349

     The bill says: Section 9(b) of the Marine Debris Act (33 U.S.C. 1958) is amended by striking ", of which not more than 5 percent is authorized for each fiscal year for administrative costs".

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 1958)

160. 33 U.S.C. 1321(j)added (10)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 401(a)

     (10) Salvage and marine firefighting response capability.—(A) In general.— The President, acting through the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating unless otherwise delegated by the President, may require—(i) periodic inspection of vessels and salvage equipment, firefighting equipment, and other major marine casualty response equipment on or associated with vessels;(ii) periodic verification of capabilities to appropriately, and in a timely manner, respond to a marine casualty, including—(I) drills, with or without prior notice;(II) review of contracts and relevant third-party agreements;(III) testing of equipment;(IV) review of training; and(V) other evaluations of marine casualty response capabilities, as determined appropriate by the President; and(iii) carrying of appropriate response equipment for responding to a marine casualty that employs the best technology economically feasible and that is compatible with the safe operation of the vessel.(B) Definitions.— In this paragraph:(i) Marine casualty.— The term marine casualty means a marine casualty that is required to be reported pursuant to paragraph (3), (4), or (5) of section 6101 of title 46, United States Code.(ii) Salvage equipment.— The term salvage equipment means any equipment that is capable of being used to assist a vessel in potential or actual danger in order to prevent loss of life, damage or destruction of the vessel or its cargo, or release of its contents into the marine environment.

     The bill says: Section 311(j) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1321(j)) is amended by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 1321)

161. 46 U.S.C. 6308(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 402(1)

     The bill says: in subsection (a) by striking "initiated" and inserting "conducted"; and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 6308)

162. 46 U.S.C. 6308added (e)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 402(2)

     (e) For purposes of this section, an administrative proceeding conducted by the United States includes proceedings under section 7701 and claims adjudicated under section 1013 of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (33 U.S.C. 2713).

     The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 6308)

163. 33 U.S.C. 2717added (g)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 403

     (g) Timing of review.— Before the date of completion of a removal action, no person may bring an action under this Act, section 311 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1321), or chapter 7 of title 5, United States Code, challenging any decision relating to such removal action that is made by an on-scene coordinator appointed under the National Contingency Plan.

     The bill says: Section 1017 of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (33 U.S.C. 2717) is amended by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2717)

164. Public Law 106-113removedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 405(1)

     The bill says: by striking paragraph (5);

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165. Public Law 106-113renumberedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 405(2)

     The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (2), (3), (4), (6), and (7) as subsections (c), (d), (e), (f), and (g), respectively, and indenting the subsections appropriately;

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166. Public Law 106-113(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 405(3)

     (a) Definitions.— In this section:(1) Consent decree.— The term Consent Decree means the consent decree issued in United States v. Exxon Corporation, et al. (No. A91–082 CIV) and State of Alaska v. Exxon Corporation, et al. (No. A91–083 CIV).(2) Fund.— The term Fund means the Natural Resource Damage Assessment and Restoration Fund established pursuant to title I of the Department of the Interior and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 1992 (43 U.S.C. 1474b).(3) Outside account.— The term outside account means any account outside the United States Treasury.(4) Trustee.— The term Trustee means a Federal or State natural resource trustee for the Exxon Valdez oil spill.(b) Deposits.—(1) In general.— Notwithstanding any other provision of law and subject to subsection (g)

     The bill says: by striking "(1) Notwithstanding any other provision of law and subject to the provisions of paragraphs (5) and (7)" and inserting the following:

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167. Public Law 106-113(b)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 405(4)

     The bill says: in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) by striking "issued in United States v. Exxon Corporation, et al. (No. A91–082 CIV) and State of Alaska v. Exxon Corporation, et al. (No. A91–083 CIV) (hereafter referred to as the "Consent Decree"),";

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168. Public Law 106-113(b)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 405(4)

     (A) the Fund;(B) an outside account; or

     The bill says: by striking subparagraphs (A) and (B) and inserting the following:

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169. Public Law 106-113(b)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 405(4)

     The bill says: by striking "the Federal and State natural resource trustees for the Exxon Valdez oil spill ("trustees")" and inserting "the Trustees"; and

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170. Public Law 106-113(b)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 405(4)

     The bill says: by striking "Any funds" and inserting the following:

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171. Public Law 106-113(c)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 405(5)

     The bill says: in subsection (c) (as redesignated by paragraph (2)) by striking "(c) Joint" and inserting the following:

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172. Public Law 106-113(d)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 405(6)

     The bill says: in subsection (d) (as redesignated by paragraph (2)) by striking "(d) The transfer" and inserting the following:

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173. Public Law 106-113(e)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 405(7)

     The bill says: by striking "(e) Nothing herein shall affect" and inserting the following:

     Bill text

174. Public Law 106-113(e)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 405(7)

     The bill says: by striking "trustees" and inserting "Trustees";

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175. Public Law 106-113(f)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 405(8)

     The bill says: by striking "(f) The Federal trustees and the State trustees" and inserting the following:

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176. Public Law 106-113(f)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 405(8)

     The bill says: by striking "this program" and inserting "this section, prioritizing the issuance of grants to facilitate habitat protection and habitat restoration programs"; and

     Bill text

177. Public Law 106-113(g)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 405(9)

     The bill says: in the second sentence, by striking "Upon the expiration of the authorities granted in this section all" and inserting the following:

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178. Public Law 106-113(g)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 405(9)

     (g) Expiration.—(1) In general.— The authority

     The bill says: by striking "(g) The authority" and inserting the following:

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179. 46 U.S.C. 3302added (o)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 406(a)

     (o) Additional response assets.—(1) Vessels exempt from inspection.— Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, a qualified vessel engaged in a qualified oil spill response shall not be subject to inspection if the qualified vessel—(A) has—(i) an agreement by contract or other approved means with an oil spill removal organization to support a response plan under section 311(j) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1321(j)), including training and exercises related to oil spill response activities; or(ii) been approved by the Secretary to respond to a discharge of oil or to participate in training and exercises related to oil spill response activities;(B) is normally and substantially involved in activities other than, and not adapted to, spill response;(C) complies with all applicable laws for the use of such vessel in the activities for which such vessel is normally and substantially operated, including any inspection requirement under this title for such use; and(D) has at least 1 crewmember possessing certifications for, or who are in training for, applicable hazardous waste operations and emergency response.(2) Allowances.— A qualified vessel under paragraph (1) may—(A) unless otherwise inspected as a towing vessel under this title, tow only—(i) another vessel or a device, including a bladder, designed to carry oil or oil residues with the capacity of less than 250 barrels; or(ii) oil spill response equipment, including boom, skimmers, or other response equipment;(B) carry—(i) temporary storage containers on board for recovered oil or oil-contaminated materials collected during an oil spill response, including bags, drums, and totes as approved by the Secretary;(ii) oil spill response equipment; or(iii) no more than 6 passengers for hire in support of a response plan under Section 311(j) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1321(j)) approved by the Secretary unless the vessel has been inspected under paragraph (4) or (8) of section 3301 or is authorized by the Secretary to carry more than 6 passengers for hire;(C) if the qualified vessel is a tank vessel, be used for storage of recovered oil only if not carrying oil as cargo at the time of an oil spill response; or(D) conduct any other operation, or engage in training or exercises, in support of a response plan under section 311(j) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1321(j)) approved by the Secretary.(3) Definitions.— In this subsection:(A) Qualified vessel.— The term qualified vessel means a vessel operating in any part of the area of responsibility—(i) of the Western Alaska Captain of the Port Zone as in effect of the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025; or(ii) the Prince William Sound Captain of the Port Zone as in effect of the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025.(B) Qualified oil spill.— The term qualified oil spill means an oil spill occurring in any part of the area of responsibility—(i) of the Western Alaska Captain of the Port Zone as in effect of the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025; or(ii) the Prince William Sound Captain of the Port Zone as in effect of the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025.

     The bill says: Section 3302 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3302)

180. Public Law 117-263repealedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 406(b)

     The bill says: Section 11316 of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117–263) is repealed.

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181. 14 U.S.C. 2131addedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 504(b)

     The bill says: The analysis for chapter 21 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 2131 the following:

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2131)

182. 14 U.S.C. 2102(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 504(c)

     The bill says: Section 2102(a) of title 14, United States Code, is amended, in the second sentence by striking "and officers of the permanent commissioned teaching staff of the Coast Guard Academy" and inserting "officers of the permanent commissioned teaching staff of the Coast Guard Academy, and officers designated by the Secretary pursuant this section".

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2102)

183. 14 U.S.C. 2103(e)rewrittenby H.R. 4275 Sec. 504(c)

     (e) Secretary To prescribe numbers for certain officers.— The Secretary shall prescribe the number of officers authorized to be serving on active duty in each grade of—(1) the permanent commissioned teaching staff of the Coast Guard Academy;(2) the officers designated by the Secretary pursuant to this section; and(3) the officers of the Reserve serving in connection with organizing, administering, recruiting, instructing, or training the reserve components.

     The bill says: Subsection (e) of section 2103 of title 14, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2103)

184. 14 U.S.C. 2126changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 504(c)

     The bill says: Section 2126 of title 14, United States Code, is amended, in the second sentence, by inserting "and as to officers designated by the Secretary pursuant to this section" after "reserve components".

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2126)

185. 14 U.S.C. 3736(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 504(c)

     The bill says: in the first sentence by striking "promotion list and the" and inserting "promotion list, officers designated by the Secretary pursuant to this section, and the officers on the"; and

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 3736)

186. 14 U.S.C. 3736(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 504(c)

     The bill says: in the second sentence by striking "promotion list or the" and inserting "promotion list, officers designated by the Secretary pursuant to this section, or the officers on the".

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 3736)

187. 14 U.S.C. 5112rewrittenby H.R. 4275 Sec. 506(b)

     5112 Covered misconduct in Coast Guard.—(a) In general.— Not later than March 1 each year, the Commandant shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on incidents of covered misconduct involving members of the Coast Guard, including recruits and officer candidates, and claims of retaliation related to the reporting of any such incident.(b) Continuity of data and reporting.— In carrying out this section, the Commandant shall ensure the continuity of data collection and reporting such that the ability to analyze trends is not compromised.(c) Contents.—(1) Incidents involving members.—(A) Information and data.—(i) In general.— Each report required under subsection (a) shall include, for the preceding calendar year, information and data on—(I) incidents of covered misconduct; and(II) incidents of retaliation against a member of the Coast Guard related to the reporting of covered misconduct, disaggregated by type of retaliation claim.(ii) Inclusions.— The information and data on the incidents described in clause (i) shall include the following:(I) All incidents of covered misconduct and retaliation described in clause (i) reported to the Commandant or any other official of the Coast Guard during the preceding calendar year (referred to in this subsection as a "reported incident").(II) The number of reported incidents committed against members of the Coast Guard.(III) The number of reported incidents committed by members of the Coast Guard.(IV) Information on reported incidents, in accordance with the policy prescribed under section 549G(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (10 U.S.C. 1561 note), to the maximum extent practicable.(V) The number of reported incidents that were entered into the Catch a Serial Offender system, including the number of such incidents that resulted in the identification of a potential or confirmed match.(VI) The number of reported incidents that were substantiated (referred to in this subsection as a "substantiated reported incident").(VII) A synopsis of each substantiated reported incident that includes—(aa) a brief description of the nature of the incident;(bb) whether the accused member has previously been convicted of sexual assault; and(cc) whether alcohol or other controlled or prohibited substances were involved in the incident, and a description of the involvement.(VIII) The type of case disposition associated with each substantiated reported incident, such as—(aa) conviction and sentence by court-martial, including charges and specifications for which convicted;(bb) acquittal of all charges at court-martial;(cc) as appropriate, imposition of a nonjudicial punishment under section 815 of title 10 (article 15 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice);(dd) as appropriate, administrative action taken, including a description of each type of such action imposed;(ee) dismissal of all charges, including a description of each reason for dismissal and the stage at which dismissal occurred; and(ff) whether the accused member was administratively separated or, in the case of an officer, allowed to resign in lieu of court-martial, and the characterization (honorable, general, or other than honorable) of the service of the member upon separation or resignation.(IX) With respect to any incident of covered misconduct reported to the Commandant or any other official of the Coast Guard during the preceding calendar year that involves a report of retaliation relating to the incident—(aa) a narrative description of the retaliation claim;(bb) the nature of the relationship between the complainant and the individual accused of committing the retaliation; and(cc) the nature of the relationship between the individual accused of committing the covered misconduct and the individual accused of committing the retaliation.(X) The disposition of or action taken by the Coast Guard or any other Federal, State, local, or Tribal entity with respect to a substantiated reported incident.(XI) With respect to any investigation of a reported incident—(aa) the status of the investigation or information relating to any referral to outside law enforcement entities;(bb) the official or office of the Coast Guard that received the complaint;(cc) a description of the results of such an investigation or information with respect to whether the results of the investigation were provided to the complainant; or(dd) whether the investigation substantiated an offense under chapter 47 of title 10 (the Uniform Code of Military Justice).(iii) Format.— With respect to the information and data required under clause (i), the Commandant shall report such information and data separately for each type of covered misconduct offense, and shall not aggregate the information and data for multiple types of covered misconduct offenses.(B) Trends.— Subject to subsection (b), beginning on the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025, each report required by subsection (a) shall include, for the preceding calendar year, an analysis or assessment of trends in the occurrence, as applicable, of incidents described in subparagraph (A)(i), since the date of enactment of the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2012 (Public Law 112–213).(C) Response.— Each report required under subsection (a) shall include, for the preceding calendar year, a description of the policies, procedures, processes, initiatives, investigations (including overarching investigations), research, or studies implemented by the Commandant in response to any incident described in subparagraph (A)(i) involving a member of the Coast Guard.(D) Plan.— Each report required under subsection (a) shall include a plan for actions to be taken during the year following the year covered by the report to enhance the prevention of and response

     The bill says: Section 5112 of title 14, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 5112)

188. 14 U.S.C. 2158changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 507(a)

     The bill says: Section 2158 of title 14, United States Code, is amended in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by striking "may at any time convene a board of officers" and inserting "shall prescribe, by regulation, procedures".

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2158)

189. 14 U.S.C. 2159(c)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 507(b)

     The bill says: Section 2159(c) of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking "send the record of its proceedings to a board of review" and inserting "recommend to the Secretary that the officer not be retained on active duty".

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2159)

190. 14 U.S.C. 2160repealedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 507(c)

     The bill says: Section 2160 of title 14, United States Code, is repealed.

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2160)

191. 46 U.S.C. 7511(a)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 509(1)

     The bill says: in paragraph (1) by striking "or";

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7511)

192. 46 U.S.C. 7511(a)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 509(2)

     The bill says: in paragraph (2) by striking "State, local, or Tribal law" and inserting "Federal, State, local, or Tribal law";

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7511)

193. 46 U.S.C. 7511(a)renumberedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 509(3)

     The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (2) as paragraph (3); and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7511)

194. 46 U.S.C. 7511(a)added (2)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 509(4)

     (2) section 920 or 920b of title 10 (article 120 and 120b of the Uniform Code of Military Justice); or

     The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (1) the following:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7511)

195. 10 U.S.C. 1562a(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 512(1)

     The bill says: by striking "The Secretary of Defense shall" and inserting the following:

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1562a)

196. 10 U.S.C. 1562a(a)added (2)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 512(1)

     (2) Coast Guard.— The Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall designate the Commandant of the Coast Guard to be responsible for carrying out the requirements of this section with respect to members of the Coast Guard when the Coast Guard is not operating as a service in the Navy.

     The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1562a)

197. 10 U.S.C. 1562a(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 512(2)

     The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by inserting "and the Commandant of the Coast Guard" after "Secretary";

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1562a)

198. 10 U.S.C. 1562a(b)(8)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 512(2)

     The bill says: in paragraph (8) by inserting before the period at the end "or with respect to the Coast Guard, the component designated by the Commandant of the Coast Guard"; and

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1562a)

199. 10 U.S.C. 1562a(b)(4)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 512(2)

     The bill says: in paragraph (4) by striking "Department of Defense"; and

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1562a)

200. 10 U.S.C. 1562a(c)(2)(A)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 512(3)

     The bill says: in subparagraph (A) by inserting ", the Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security," before "or any other inspector general";

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1562a)

201. 10 U.S.C. 1562a(c)(2)(D)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 512(3)

     The bill says: in subparagraph (D) by striking "military" and inserting "armed force"; and

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1562a)

202. 10 U.S.C. 1562a(c)(2)(E)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 512(3)

     The bill says: in subparagraph (E) by inserting "or department in which the Coast Guard is operating when not operating as a service in the Navy for members of the Coast Guard" after "Department of Defense".

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1562a)

203. 10 U.S.C. 1561(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 516(a)

     The bill says: by inserting "or the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating when not operating as a service in the Navy" after "Secretary of Defense"; and

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561)

204. 10 U.S.C. 1561(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 516(a)

     The bill says: by striking "Secretary of each military department" and inserting "Secretary concerned";

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561)

205. 10 U.S.C. 1561(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 516(a)

     The bill says: in subsection (b) by striking "or Air Force Office of Special Investigations" and inserting ", Air Force Office of Special Investigations, or Coast Guard Investigative Services";

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561)

206. 10 U.S.C. 1561(c)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 516(a)

     The bill says: in subsection (c) by inserting "or the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating when not operating as a service in the Navy" after "Secretary of Defense";

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561)

207. 10 U.S.C. 1561(d)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 516(a)

     The bill says: by inserting "or the Commandant of the Coast Guard" after "Secretary of a military department"; and

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561)

208. 10 U.S.C. 1561(d)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 516(a)

     The bill says: by inserting "or the Coast Guard" after "within the military department";

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561)

209. 10 U.S.C. 1561(d)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 516(a)

     The bill says: in paragraph (2) by inserting "or the Coast Guard" after "within a military department"; and

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561)

210. 10 U.S.C. 1561added (h)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 516(a)

     (h) Time for establishment for Coast Guard.— Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025, the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report containing all the items described in subsections (e) and (f) as applied to the Coast Guard.

     The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561)

211. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 517(1)

     (1) In general.—The Secretary shall ensure that a member of the Coast Guard who has performed Coast Guard operations or has been sexually assaulted during the preceding 2-year period, and who is diagnosed by an appropriate licensed or certified healthcare professional as experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder or traumatic brain injury or who otherwise alleges, based on the service of the member or based on such sexual assault, the influence of such a condition, receives a medical examination to evaluate a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder or traumatic brain injury.

     The bill says: by striking "or has been sexually assaulted during the preceding 2-year period"; and

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

212. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 517(1)

     (1) In general.—The Secretary shall ensure that a member of the Coast Guard who has performed Coast Guard operations or has been sexually assaulted during the preceding 2-year period, and who is diagnosed by an appropriate licensed or certified healthcare professional as experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder or traumatic brain injury or who otherwise alleges, based on the service of the member or based on such sexual assault, the influence ofthe signs and symptoms of either such a condition, receives a medical examination to evaluate a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder or traumatic brain injury.

     The bill says: by striking "or based on such sexual assault, the influence of" and inserting "the signs and symptoms of either";

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

213. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)renumberedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 517(1)

     The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (2) through (4) as paragraphs (3) through (5), respectively;

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

214. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)added (2)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 517(1)

     (2) Mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder.— A member of the Coast Guard who has been sexually assaulted during the preceding 5-year period and who alleges, based on such sexual assault, the signs and symptoms of a diagnosable mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder described within the most recent edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders published by the American Psychiatric Association—(A) is provided the opportunity to request a medical examination to clinically evaluate such signs and symptoms; and(B) receives such a medical examination to evaluate a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, or diagnosable mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder described within the most recent edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders published by the American Psychiatric Association.

     The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (1) the following:

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

215. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)(3)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 517(1)

     The bill says: in paragraph (3) by striking "paragraph (1)" and inserting "this subsection"; and

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

216. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)(4)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 517(1)

     (4) Traumatic brain injury.—In a case involving traumatic brain injury or a diagnosable mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder under this subsection, a medical examination shall be performed by a physiatrist, psychiatrist, neurosurgeon, or neurologist.

     The bill says: by inserting "or a diagnosable mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder" before "under this subsection";

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

217. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)(4)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 517(1)

     (4) Traumatic brain injury.—In a case involving traumatic brain injury under this subsection, a medical examination shall be performed by performed by a physiatrist, psychiatrist, neurosurgeon, or neurologist.

     The bill says: by inserting "performed by" after "shall be"; and

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

218. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)(4)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 517(1)

     (A) a board-certified psychiatrist;(B) a licensed doctorate-level psychologist;(C) any other appropriate licensed or certified healthcare professional designated by the Commandant; or(D) a psychiatry resident or board-eligible psychologist who—(i) has completed a 1-year internship or residency; and(ii) is under the close supervision of a board-certified psychiatrist or licensed doctorate-level psychologist.

     The bill says: by striking subparagraphs (A) and (B) and inserting the following:

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

219. 14 U.S.C. 2516(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 517(2)

     (b) Purpose of Medical Examination.—The medical examination required under subsection (a) shall assess whether the effects of mental or neurocognitive disorders, including post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury or a diagnosable mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder, constitute matters in extenuation that relate to the basis for administrative separation under conditions other than honorable or the overall characterization of the service of the member as other than honorable.

     The bill says: in subsection (b) by inserting "or a diagnosable mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder" after "traumatic brain injury"; and

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

220. 14 U.S.C. 2516added (e)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 517(3)

     (e) Notification of right to request medical examination.—(1) In general.— Any member of the Coast Guard who receives a notice of involuntary administrative separation shall be advised at the time of such notice of the right of the member to request a medical examination under subsection (a) if any condition described in such subsection applies to the member.(2) Policy.— The Commandant shall—(A) develop and issue a clear policy for carrying out the notification required under paragraph (1) with respect to any member of the Coast Guard described in that paragraph who has made an unrestricted report of sexual assault; and(B) provide information on such policy to sexual assault response coordinators of the Coast Guard for the purpose of ensuring that such policy is communicated to members of the Coast Guard who may be eligible for a medical examination under this section.

     The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

221. 10 U.S.C. 1561b(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 520(1)

     The bill says: by inserting "and the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating when not operating as a service in the Navy" after "Secretary of Defense"; and

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561b)

222. 10 U.S.C. 1561b(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 520(1)

     The bill says: by inserting "or the Commandant" after "Secretary of a military department";

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561b)

223. 10 U.S.C. 1561b(c)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 520(2)

     The bill says: by inserting "or the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating when not operating as a service in the Navy" after "Secretary of Defense"; and

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561b)

224. 10 U.S.C. 1561b(c)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 520(2)

     The bill says: in paragraph (1) by inserting "departments or the Commandant" after "Secretaries of the military"; and

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561b)

225. 10 U.S.C. 1561badded (e)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 520(3)

     (e) Reports for the Coast Guard.—(1) In general.— Not later than April 30, 2025, and April 30 every 2 years thereafter, the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report containing data on the complaints of sexual harassment alleged pursuant to the process under subsection (a) during the previous 2 calendar years.(2) Personally identifiable information.— Any data on complaints described in paragraph (1) shall not contain any personally identifiable information.

     The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561b)

226. 14 U.S.C. 2501(d)(2)(B)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 525(a)

     The bill says: in subparagraph (B) by inserting "a" before "competent authority";

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2501)

227. 14 U.S.C. 2501(d)(2)renumberedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 525(a)

     The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (C) through (E) as subparagraphs (F) through (H), respectively; and

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2501)

228. 14 U.S.C. 2501(d)(2)added (C)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 525(a)

     (C) substantial evidence comes to light that, during the commissioned service of the officer, the officer failed to carry out applicable laws, with an intent to deceive or defraud;(D) substantial evidence comes to light after the retirement that the officer committed rape or sexual assault, as described in sections 920(a) and 920(b) of title 10 (articles 120(a) and 120(b) of the Uniform Code of Military Justice) at any time during the commissioned service of the officer;(E) substantial evidence comes to light after the retirement that the commissioned officer knew of and failed to report through proper channels, in accordance with existing law at the time of the alleged incident, any known instances of sexual assault by a member of the Coast Guard under the command of the officer during the officer’s service;

     The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (B) the following:

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2501)

229. 14 U.S.C. 2521addedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 526(b)

     The bill says: The analysis for chapter 25 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 2521 (as added by this Act) the following:

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2521)

230. 10 U.S.C. 1564(c)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 531(1)

     The bill says: in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) by inserting ", and the Secretary of Homeland Security shall conduct an investigation or adjudication under subsection (a) of any individual described in paragraph (3)," after "paragraph (2)"; and

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1564)

231. 10 U.S.C. 1564(c)(1)(A)(iv)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 531(1)

     The bill says: in subparagraph (A)(iv) by striking "the Secretary" and inserting "the Secretary of Defense or the Secretary of Homeland Security, as the case may be,";

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1564)

232. 10 U.S.C. 1564(c)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 531(2)

     The bill says: in paragraph (2) by inserting "(other than an individual described in paragraph (3))" after "is an individual";

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1564)

233. 10 U.S.C. 1564(c)renumberedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 531(3)

     The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively;

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1564)

234. 10 U.S.C. 1564(c)added (3)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 531(4)

     (3) An individual described in this paragraph is an individual who has a security clearance and is—(A) a flag officer of the Coast Guard; or(B) an employee of the Coast Guard in the Senior Executive Service.

     The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph:

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1564)

235. 10 U.S.C. 1564(c)(4)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 531(5)

     The bill says: in paragraph (4), as redesignated by paragraph (3), by striking "Secretary" and all that follows through "paragraph (2)" and inserting the following: "Secretary of Defense, in the case of an individual described in paragraph (2), and the Secretary of Homeland Security, in the case of an individual described in paragraph (3), shall ensure that relevant information on the conviction or determination described in paragraph (1) of such an individual".

     Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1564)

236. 46 U.S.C. 10104(a)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 533(1)

     The bill says: in subsection (a)(1) by striking "harassment, sexual harassment, or sexual assault in violation of employer policy or law" and inserting "sexual harassment or sexual assault in violation of employer policy or law and harassment"; and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 10104)

237. 46 U.S.C. 10104added (h)by H.R. 4275 Sec. 533(2)

     (h) Harassment defined.— In this section, the term "harassment" means—(1) unwelcome remarks about an individual’s characteristics as protected in title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, or other unwelcome verbal or physical conduct based on 1 or more of these categories, if—(A) submission to such remarks or conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of employment, pay, career, benefits, or entitlements of the individual;(B) submission to or rejection of such remarks or conduct by an individual is used as the basis for decisions affecting that individual’s job, pay, career, benefits, or entitlements; or(C) such remarks or conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work performance; and(2) such remarks or conduct is so severe or pervasive that a reasonable person would perceive, and the individual does perceive, the work environment as hostile, intimidating or abusive.(i) Response to incidents.— Nothing in this section shall be construed to impede the ability of the responsible entity of the vessel to take immediate personnel action in response to an incident described in subsection (a)(1) to preserve the safety and security of individuals on the vessel.

     The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 10104)

238. 46 U.S.C. 70022(b)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(a)

     The bill says: Section 70022(b)(1) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking "Federal Register" and inserting "the Federal Register".

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70022)

239. 46 U.S.C. 70116(b)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(b)

     The bill says: in paragraph (1) by striking "terrorism cyber" and inserting "terrorism, cyber"; and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70116)

240. 46 U.S.C. 70116(b)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(b)

     The bill says: in paragraph (2) by inserting a comma after "acts of terrorism".

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70116)

241. 46 U.S.C. 70118(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(c)

     The bill says: by striking "section 1 of title II of the Act of June 15, 1917 (chapter 30; 50 U.S.C. 191)" and inserting "section 70051"; and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70118)

242. 46 U.S.C. 70118(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(c)

     The bill says: by striking "section 7(b) of the Ports and Waterways Safety Act (33 U.S.C. 1226(b))" and inserting "section 70116(b)".

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70118)

243. 46 U.S.C. 70131(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(d)

     The bill says: by striking "section 1 of title II of the Act of June 15, 1917 (50 U.S.C. 191)" and inserting "section 70051"; and

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70131)

244. 46 U.S.C. 70131(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(d)

     The bill says: by striking "section 7(b) of the Ports and Waterways Safety Act (33 U.S.C. 1226(b))" and inserting "section 70116(b)".

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70131)

245. 46 U.S.C. 70001renumberedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(e)

     The bill says: Section 70001 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by redesignating subsections (l) and (m) as subsections (m) and (n), respectively.

     Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70001)

246. 33 U.S.C. 2701(32)(G)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(g)

     The bill says: in paragraph (32)(G) by striking "pipeline" and all that follows through "offshore facility" and inserting "pipeline, offshore facility";

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2701)

247. 33 U.S.C. 2701(39)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(g)

     The bill says: in paragraph (39) by striking "section 101(20)(G)(i)" and inserting "section 101(20)(H)(i)";

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2701)

248. 33 U.S.C. 2701(40)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(g)

     The bill says: in paragraph (40) by striking "section 101(20)(G)(ii)" and inserting "section 101(20)(H)(ii)";

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2701)

249. 33 U.S.C. 2701changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(g)

     The bill says: ) in paragraph (41) by striking "section 101(20)(G)(iii)" and inserting "section 101(20)(H)(iii)";

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2701)

250. 33 U.S.C. 2701(42)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(g)

     The bill says: in paragraph (42) by striking "section 101(20)(G)(iv)" and inserting "section 101(20)(H)(iv)";

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2701)

251. 33 U.S.C. 2701(43)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(g)

     The bill says: in paragraph (43) by striking "section 101(20)(G)(v)" and inserting "section 101(20)(H)(v)"; and

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2701)

252. 33 U.S.C. 2701(44)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(g)

     The bill says: in paragraph (44) by striking "section 101(20)(G)(vi)" and inserting "section 101(20)(H)(vi)".

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2701)

253. 33 U.S.C. 2703(d)(6)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(g)

     The bill says: Section 1003(d)(6) (33 U.S.C. 2703(d)(6)) is amended by striking "this paragraph" and inserting "this subsection".

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2703)

254. 33 U.S.C. 2716renumberedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(g)

     The bill says: by redesignating subsections (e) through (i) as subsections (d) through (h), respectively; and

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2716)

255. 33 U.S.C. 2716(e)(1)(B)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(g)

     The bill says: in subsection (e)(1)(B), as redesignated by subparagraph (A), by striking "subsection (e)" and inserting "subsection (d)".

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2716)

256. 33 U.S.C. 2712(b)(2)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(g)

     The bill says: Section 1012(b)(2) (33 U.S.C. 2712(b)(2)) is amended by striking "section 1016(f)(1)" and inserting "section 1016(e)(1)".

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2712)

257. 33 U.S.C. 2716(b)(5)(B)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(g)

     The bill says: Section 1005(b)(5)(B) (33 U.S.C. 2716(b)(5)(B)) is amended by striking "section 1016(g)" and inserting "section 2716(f)".

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2716)

258. 33 U.S.C. 2718(c)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(g)

     The bill says: Section 1018(c) (33 U.S.C. 2718(c)) is amended by striking "the Act of March 3, 1851 (46 U.S.C. 183 et seq.)" and inserting "chapter 305 of title 46, United States Code".

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2718)

259. 33 U.S.C. 2761(h)(1)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(g)

     The bill says: Section 7001(h)(1) (33 U.S.C. 2761(h)(1)) is amended by striking "subsection (c)(4)" and inserting "subsection (e)(4)".

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2761)

260. 33 U.S.C. 892a(a)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(h)

     The bill says: in subsection (a) by striking "this Act" and inserting "this title"; and

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 892a)

261. 33 U.S.C. 892a(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(h)

     The bill says: by striking "this Act" and inserting "this title"; and

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 892a)

262. 33 U.S.C. 892a(b)changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(h)

     The bill says: by striking "subchapter VI of chapter 10" and inserting "chapter 11".

     Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 892a)

263. 14 U.S.C. 550addedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(i)

     The bill says: The analysis for chapter 5 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 550 the following:

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 550)

264. 14 U.S.C. 313changedby H.R. 4275 Sec. 701(j)

     The bill says: Section 807 of the Frank Lobiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018 (14 U.S.C. 313 note) is amended by striking "District 9" and inserting "Great Lakes District".

     Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 313)

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