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NMMA celebrates passage of EXPLORE Act
Last week, the United States Senate passed by unanimous consent H.R. 6492, the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE)…
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NMMA applauds WRDA authorization, urges continued progress
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) applauded the bipartisan passage of the reconciled Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) authorization for…
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NMMA Canada seeks industry input on mandatory lifejacket wear
Transport Canada recently proposed regulations that require the mandatory wearing of personal flotation devices (PFDs) and lifejackets for recreational boaters.…
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Key committee passes bill protecting boaters and whales using technology
The House Committee on Natural Resources recently voted to send H.R. 8704, bipartisan legislation sponsored by U.S. Reps. Earl. L “Buddy” Carter (R-GA)…
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Boating industry applauds advancement of key infrastructure bills
The National Marine Manufacturers Association, on behalf of the recreational boating industry — which generates more than $230 billion in…
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Key committee holds hearing on bills supported by recreational boating industry
The House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Subcommittee recently held a legislative hearing on four key bills supported by…
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NMMA Canada receives funding to support exporting manufacturers
To help bolster Canada’s recreational boating industry, specifically in the global marketplace, NMMA Canada announced it was approved for $140,084…
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MRAA unveils legislative tracker tool
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announced the launch of a new legislative tracker, made possible by the support…
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Congress members comment on Vessel Speed Rule during House Natural Resources Committee hearing
On May 16, during the House Committee on Natural Resources’ Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Subcommittee Hearing, “Examining the President’s FY…
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David Cook named Arizona State Legislator of the Year by NMMA
Arizona State Representative David Cook has been awarded the Arizona State Legislator of the Year Award by the National Marine…
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NMMA seeks to reopen comments on Vessel Speed Rule
On May 15, NMMA sent a letter to NOAA to request the agency reopen the docket for the proposed expansion…
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Biden Administration releases review of Section 301 Tariffs
This week, the Biden administration announced the conclusion of the four-year review of the Section 301 tariffs on imports from China, increasing…
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Industry wraps 2024 American Boating Congress
Advocates from the recreational boating and fishing industry gathered in Washington, D.C., last week to tackle the pressing issues confronting…
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Congresswoman Mary Peltola named Legislator of the Year
Congresswoman Mary Peltola (D-AK) has been awarded the Legislator of the Year Award by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA)…
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2024 American Boating Congress begins
Leaders and advocates from the recreational boating and fishing industry gathered in Washington, D.C. yesterday to kick off 2024 the…
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NMMA hosts Capitol Hill technology showcase
On April 11, NMMA hosted a marine technology showcase on Capitol Hill to demonstrate to Members of Congress and Congressional…
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Recreational boating industry gears up for ABC 2024
The recreational boating industry is preparing for its highly anticipated annual advocacy event, the American Boating Congress (ABC), taking place…
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Georgia boat livery liability legislation heads to Governor’s desk
On the final day of the Georgia Legislative session, the Georgia House of Representatives unanimously approved the Senate Substitute for…
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Early bird registration for ABC 2024 closes April 1
Early bird registration for the American Boating Congress (ABC) closes on April 1, 2024. This is your final chance to…
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Georgia House passes Boat Livery Liability legislation
On February 21, the Georgia House of Representatives approved House Bill 994 with a vote of 163-1. Sponsored by Representative…
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