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Pacific Ready Coast Guard Act

USA119th CongressS-2652| Senate 
| Updated: 8/1/2025
Brian Schatz

Brian Schatz

Democratic Senator

Hawaii

Cosponsors (3)
Mazie K. Hirono (Democratic)Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Roger F. Wicker (Republican)

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation, known as the "Pacific Ready Coast Guard Act," aims to significantly enhance the United States Coast Guard's operational effectiveness and strategic presence in the Pacific region. It mandates the Commandant to submit an annual plan for Coast Guard operations in the Pacific, detailing objectives, capabilities, projected demand from the Departments of State and Defense, and necessary resources like staff and infrastructure. This plan is to be followed by an annual detailed budget display , ensuring transparency and alignment with strategic goals. The bill further requires several key reports to Congress. One report will assess the feasibility of establishing a standing Indo-Pacific maritime group , similar to NATO models, to conduct humanitarian and law enforcement missions. Another report will analyze the establishment of forward operating bases in the Indo-Pacific region, outlining potential locations, costs, and a timeline for completion by January 1, 2030. Additionally, the legislation calls for a report on Coast Guard attaches serving in Indo-Pacific embassies, evaluating current numbers and proposing plans to increase their presence to better support U.S. objectives. Finally, it mandates a report on the feasibility of attaching Department of State consular officers to Coast Guard and Navy missions in Pacific Island countries, assessing demand for services, logistical challenges, and potential cost savings for citizens. These provisions collectively aim to strengthen the Coast Guard's capacity and coordination in the vital Indo-Pacific theater.
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Timeline
May 17, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-3397
Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
Aug 1, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Aug 1, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  • May 17, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-3397
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.


  • August 1, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • August 1, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

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Pacific Ready Coast Guard Act

USA119th CongressS-2652| Senate 
| Updated: 8/1/2025
This legislation, known as the "Pacific Ready Coast Guard Act," aims to significantly enhance the United States Coast Guard's operational effectiveness and strategic presence in the Pacific region. It mandates the Commandant to submit an annual plan for Coast Guard operations in the Pacific, detailing objectives, capabilities, projected demand from the Departments of State and Defense, and necessary resources like staff and infrastructure. This plan is to be followed by an annual detailed budget display , ensuring transparency and alignment with strategic goals. The bill further requires several key reports to Congress. One report will assess the feasibility of establishing a standing Indo-Pacific maritime group , similar to NATO models, to conduct humanitarian and law enforcement missions. Another report will analyze the establishment of forward operating bases in the Indo-Pacific region, outlining potential locations, costs, and a timeline for completion by January 1, 2030. Additionally, the legislation calls for a report on Coast Guard attaches serving in Indo-Pacific embassies, evaluating current numbers and proposing plans to increase their presence to better support U.S. objectives. Finally, it mandates a report on the feasibility of attaching Department of State consular officers to Coast Guard and Navy missions in Pacific Island countries, assessing demand for services, logistical challenges, and potential cost savings for citizens. These provisions collectively aim to strengthen the Coast Guard's capacity and coordination in the vital Indo-Pacific theater.
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Timeline
May 17, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-3397
Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
Aug 1, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Aug 1, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  • May 17, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-3397
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.


  • August 1, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • August 1, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Brian Schatz

Brian Schatz

Democratic Senator

Hawaii

Cosponsors (3)
Mazie K. Hirono (Democratic)Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Roger F. Wicker (Republican)

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

Transportation and Public Works

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted