U.S. Rep. John Garamendi
- Maritime
Lawmakers want to favor carriers that prioritize US exports
Container lines stand to gain from unprecedented berthing priority under a proposal introduced by California lawmakers aimed at helping U.S. exports.
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House passes bill expanding powers of maritime regulators
Ocean shipping reform legislation passed on Wednesday in the U.S. House as the Senate prepares companion legislation.
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Exporters ratchet pressure on Biden to take on shipping challenges
U.S. agribusiness exporters claim they are poised to lose 22% of sales due to massive increases in container shipping rates.
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Ocean carriers: Shipping reform act ‘doomed to fail’
Bipartisan bill in Congress makes reforms to U.S. shipping regulations for the first time since 1998.
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Vessel group rejects allegations of threats against US exporters
The Federal Maritime Commission tells Congress exporters allege they are being threatened by ocean carriers if they complain about excessive fees and unfair practices.
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Congress drafting law barring ocean carriers from refusing US exports
The Federal Maritime Commission is open to considering a mandate on container carriers to book U.S. exports.
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