Bills · HR 4589
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4589Taxation
Port Crane Tax Credit Act of 2025
INTRO JUL 22· LAST ACTION JUL 22
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it directly addresses concerns about the reliability and security of critical port infrastructure. By offering tax incentives, it aims to reduce America's dependence on foreign-made port cranes, which are essential for global trade and national security. If this bill becomes law, it could lead to new factories and jobs in the U.S. that specialize in making these large, complex pieces of equipment, strengthening domestic manufacturing and potentially making our supply chains more resilient.
If the bill does not become law, the current trend of relying heavily on foreign manufacturers for port cranes would likely continue. This could leave the U.S. vulnerable to supply chain disruptions or geopolitical pressures, as ports are vital for economic activity and military logistics. Voters should care because ensuring the security and efficiency of our ports affects everything from the cost of consumer goods to the readiness of our military, and this bill tries to tackle that by bringing more manufacturing home.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a 25% Port Crane Manufacturing Facility Investment Credit for qualified investments made in facilities located in the U.S. that build or repair port cranes or their critical components.
This provision directly incentivizes companies to invest capital in new or expanded domestic manufacturing infrastructure for port cranes, fostering job creation and industrial growth.
PROVISION 02
Creates a Port Crane Production Credit, offering 40% of the sale price for U.S.-produced port cranes, with an increased credit of 60% if at least 90% of the crane's component materials are also produced in the U.S.
This dual-tier credit directly rewards the domestic production of cranes and strongly encourages the use of American-made parts, further bolstering the domestic supply chain for critical components.
PROVISION 03
Allows eligible taxpayers to receive the credit as a direct payment from the government (elective payment) or to transfer (sell) the credit to another taxpayer.
This provision makes the tax credits more accessible and valuable, especially for newer companies or those without significant tax liabilities, by providing immediate cash flow or market liquidity.
PROVISION 04
Defines 'port crane' to include gantry cranes, mobile harbor cranes, and ship-to-shore gantry cranes, specifying their function in cargo handling at port terminals.
This definition ensures clarity on which specific types of heavy equipment are eligible for the tax credits, focusing the incentive on critical port infrastructure.
PROVISION 05
The Port Crane Manufacturing Facility Investment Credit will not apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2035.
This sets a sunset date for one of the main incentives, providing a clear timeframe for the program's intended duration and allowing for future review.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUL 22
Introduced in House
JUL 22
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4589
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 22, 2025
Last actionJul 22, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 22, 2025
House BillHR 4589Taxation
Port Crane Tax Credit Act of 2025
INTRODUCED JUL 22, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 22, 2025
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READING
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