Vessel Tracking for Sanctions Enforcement Act of 2025

# Vessel Tracking for Sanctions Enforcement Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would establish new requirements for tracking ships and vessels to help enforce U.S. and international sanctions. Specifically, it would enhance the government's ability to monitor maritime activity to identify and prevent ships from delivering goods to countries or entities under sanctions restrictions. The legislation aims to close loopholes that currently allow some vessels to evade detection through tactics like disabling tracking systems or falsifying location data. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill would primarily affect shipping companies, vessel operators, and maritime industries engaged in international trade. It would likely require enhanced reporting of vessel location data and impose penalties on ships that circumvent tracking systems.

U.S. government agencies responsible for enforcing sanctions—such as the Treasury Department and Coast Guard—would gain stronger tools to monitor suspicious maritime activity. **Current Status** As of now, the bill (S 1103) is in committee and has not advanced to a full Senate vote. It was introduced by Senator Margaret Hassan (D-NH) in the 119th Congress. The bill has not yet become law.