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- H.R.2994
H.R.2994: SHIPS Act
About This Bill
- Introduced June 21, 2017
- Latest Major Action July 17, 2017
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
13 (2 Democrats, 11 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - June 21, 2017
Bill Summary
Securing the Homeland by Increasing our Power on the Seas Act or the SHIPS Act This bill declares that it shall be the policy of the United States to have available, as soon as practicable, at least 355 battle force ships, comprised of the optimal mix of platforms, with funding subject to the annual authorization and appropriation of funds.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| July 17, 2017 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces.
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| June 21, 2017 |
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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| June 21, 2017 |
Introduced in the House by Robert J. Wittman (R-Va.) |