EO 14269
Restoring America's Maritime Dominance
Economy & TradeNational Security
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Summary
This executive order directs federal agencies to develop and implement a comprehensive Maritime Action Plan within 210 days to revitalize U.S. shipbuilding and maritime industries. The order aims to rebuild domestic maritime manufacturing capacity, strengthen the workforce, promote competitiveness, and address national security concerns through targeted investments and trade actions against China.
Key Points
- 1Establishes a Maritime Action Plan requiring coordination among Defense, State, Commerce, Labor, Transportation, and Homeland Security departments to revitalize domestic shipbuilding capacity
- 2Directs the Secretary of Defense to assess options for using Defense Production Act authorities and private capital to expand shipbuilding capabilities, supply chains, and port infrastructure
- 3Authorizes the U.S. Trade Representative to pursue tariffs on ship-to-shore cranes and cargo handling equipment from China as part of an ongoing Section 301 investigation into unfair trade practices
- 4Requires agencies to identify critical maritime supply chain components for priority investment and to measure returns on investment for taxpayers and national security benefits
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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