The Maritime Supply Chain Security Act aims to enhance the security and resilience of U.S. port infrastructure. Its main objective is to ensure that federal funds designated for port development can be used to replace or upgrade crane hardware and software that has ties to China. This is part of a broader effort to reduce reliance on foreign technology that may pose security risks. One of the key provisions of this legislation is the amendment to existing law that explicitly allows federal funds to be used for projects that upgrade or replace port cranes and related components.