119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. R. 2955


To amend title 10, United States Code, to modify the definition of short-term work for purposes of Navy construction of combatant and escort vessels and assignment of vessel projects.


IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

April 17, 2025

Mr. Peters (for himself and Mrs. Kiggans of Virginia) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services


A BILL

To amend title 10, United States Code, to modify the definition of short-term work for purposes of Navy construction of combatant and escort vessels and assignment of vessel projects.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

SECTION 1. Short title.

This Act may be cited as the “Smart Ship Repair Act of 2025”.

SEC. 2. Definition of short-term work for purposes of Navy construction of combatant and escort vessels and assignment of vessel projects.

Section 8669a(c)(4) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking “12 months” and inserting “18 months”.