Summary

Makes it clear that existing Port Infrastructure Development Program grants can be used to replace Chinese‑made hardware or software in port cranes. This change specifies that replacing foreign-made crane components and software is an eligible project expense under the program. It does not add new funding, deadlines, or mandates. Ports may choose to apply for grants to swap out affected crane parts or software as part of improving security and reliability at cargo terminals.

Key Points

• Explicitly allows PIDP grants to fund replacing Chinese‑made port crane hardware or software.
• Focuses on security and reliability by enabling removal of foreign‑made components from critical cargo equipment.
• Adds an eligible use; it does not appropriate new money or set deadlines.
• Applies to both hardware and software associated with port cranes.
• Ports and terminal operators can propose these projects in competitive PIDP grant rounds.
• No mandates on ports; this is an optional funding pathway.
• Existing PIDP requirements and selection criteria still govern awards.
• Could shift demand toward domestic or allied equipment and software suppliers.