The purpose of this legislative text is to enhance the readiness and modernization of the Ready Reserve Force, which is a fleet of ships maintained by the U.S. government for emergency use. The main objective is to ensure that the design requirements for new vessels are finalized promptly, allowing for the construction and procurement of these ships to proceed efficiently. Key provisions of this legislation include a mandate for the Secretary of the Navy and the Maritime Administrator to prioritize the completion of design requirements for new Ready Reserve Force vessels.