Secure Our Ports Act of 2025

United States119th CongressHR-252House of Representatives
Updated: Jun 10, 2025

Summary

This legislation aims to enhance national security by amending title 46, United States Code, to impose restrictions on contracts for port operations and management. It specifically targets the involvement of certain foreign entities in critical port infrastructure. Under the bill's provisions, an owner or operator of a facility requiring a security plan is prohibited from entering into contracts for the ownership, leasing, or operation of that facility. These restrictions apply to state-owned enterprises of China, Russia, North Korea, or Iran. Additionally, the prohibition extends to any foreign entity that has even a partial ownership stake by one of these designated countries, thereby preventing potential influence from foreign adversaries over vital U.S. port assets.

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  1. On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2556)

    House of Representatives

  2. Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2556)

  3. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

    House of Representatives

  4. Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

    Senate