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S.2865: Asia-Pacific Maritime Security Initiative Act of 2016
About This Bill
- Introduced April 27, 2016
- Latest Major Action April 27, 2016
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
4 (2 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Asia-Pacific Maritime Security Initiative Act of 2016 This bill authorizes the Department of Defense (DOD) to establish the Maritime Security Initiative to provide assistance and training through September 30, 2022, for maritime security and domain awareness for countries in the Asia-Pacific region. DOD shall prioritize assistance in order to: retain access to international waterways to ensure the free flow of commerce and achieve U.S....
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| April 27, 2016 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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| April 27, 2016 |
Introduced in the Senate by Benjamin L. Cardin (D-Md.) |