Stabenow introduces short sea promotion bill
U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow, R-Mich., has introduced a bill that would repeal the Harbor Maintenance Tax on non-bulk cargo traveling between the United States and Canada.
Stabenow said her Short Sea Shipping Act “will provide another, much needed trade route between' the United States and Canada.
“The tax unfairly penalizes freight ferries that provide transportation for commercial trucks,” said a press release issued by her office. “The repeal of this tax would make the water route a more viable transportation option for commercial traffic, subsequently combating current highway congestion, creating maritime jobs, improving the flow of commerce, and reducing air pollution. Michigan exports more goods to Canada than any other country in the world, transporting over $23 billion per year.”
Stabenow introduces short sea promotion bill
