Next Generation Shipping Act
A bill to direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a program to support the research, design, development, demonstration, and deployment of zero-emission vessels and retrofit or replacement of existing vessels with zero-emission vessel technologies and charging infrastructure or fueling infrastructure, and for other purposes.
The bill, SB4935, aims to create a program under the Secretary of Transportation to support the advancement and use of zero-emission vessels. This includes research, design, development, and deployment of new zero-emission vessels, as well as retrofitting or replacing existing vessels with these technologies and necessary infrastructure. The goal is to reduce environmental impact by transitioning to cleaner, emission-free vessels.
This bill would affect shipping companies, maritime industries, and potentially consumers by promoting cleaner technologies and reducing emissions. It could also lead to new job opportunities in the green technology sector and improve air and water quality around ports and waterways.
As of June 24, 2026, the bill was introduced and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation for further review. It has not yet advanced beyond this initial step in the legislative process.
