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US HB2429
Bill
Status
3/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Garbarino
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AI Summary
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Secretary of Transportation must develop and implement a comprehensive 10-year Campus Modernization Plan for the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy within 180 days of enactment
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Authorizes $1.02 billion from the Maritime Security Trust Fund for fiscal years 2026-2035, including $54 million for initial design/planning in FY2026 and $107.3 million annually thereafter for construction
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Plan must include new or renovated facilities for training laboratories, a Safety of Life at Sea training pool, engineering labs, athletic facilities, enhanced waterfront/pier facilities, visitor center, and staff housing
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Requires campus-wide upgrades to electric power grid, sanitary sewer system, storm drainage, drinking water system, and fire suppression systems, plus renovation of all existing facilities for structural soundness and ADA compliance
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Maritime Administration must use a Federal construction agent to execute the plan while ensuring the Academy remains fully operational throughout the modernization process
Legislative Description
To direct the Secretary of Transportation to develop and implement a comprehensive Campus Modernization Plan for the United States Merchant Marine Academy, and for other purposes.
Transportation and public works
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
3/27/2025