Securing Smart Investments in our Ports Act

House Bill

H.R. 6866

119th Congress

Securing Smart Investments in our Ports Act

In Committee

Introduced:Feb 2, 2026

Primary Sponsor

David Joyce

R - OH

Cosponsors

9

Quick Stats

Summary

This bill appears to address investment and security measures related to U.S. ports. Based on the title, it likely establishes standards or requirements to ensure that investments in port infrastructure and operations are made wisely and securely.

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.

Introduced2/2/2026

StatusReferred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.

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Securing Smart Investments in our Ports Act

This bill appears to address investment and security measures related to U.S. ports. Based on the title, it likely establishes standards or requirements to ensure that investments in port infrastructure and operations are made wisely and securely.

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This bill appears to address investment and security measures related to U.S. ports. Based on the title, it likely establishes standards or requirements to ensure that investments in port infrastructure and operations are made wisely and securely.

Bill Number: 6866
Introduced: 2/2/2026
Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.

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Fact Sheet

Title: Securing Smart Investments in our Ports Act
Bill Number: 6866
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
Introduced: 2/2/2026
Summary: This bill appears to address investment and security measures related to U.S. ports. Based on the title, it likely establishes standards or requirements to ensure that investments in port infrastructure and operations are made wisely and securely.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill appears to address investment and security measures related to U.S. ports. Based on the title, it likely establishes standards or requirements to ensure that investments in port infrastructure and operations are made wisely and securely.

Last updated: 3/6/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The bill focuses on making smart and secure investments in American ports.
It has been referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation for review.
The legislation likely addresses both the financial aspects of port investments and security considerations.
This is a bill from the 119th Congress currently in the committee review stage.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would likely affect port authorities, shipping companies, and businesses that rely on maritime trade. It may also impact federal agencies responsible for port security and infrastructure funding, as well as communities located near major ports who depend on them for economic activity.

Policy Areas

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

6866, 119th Congress (2026). "Securing Smart Investments in our Ports Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-6866

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