Biden administration releases its review of Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports

Members continue to call out Vessel Speed Rule
NMMA and its industry partners were not consulted during the drafting of the rule Members of Congress questioned NOAA Administrator Dr. Richard Spinrad on the agency's proposed expansion of the 2008 North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction rule. Posted on 13 Jun

Recreational Boating Compliance & Standards update
NMMA Certification impacts the recreational marine industry worldwide As the premier product compliance program for boats, yachts, boat trailers, personal watercraft (PWC) and marine oils in the U.S., NMMA Certification impacts the recreational marine industry worldwide, helping to improve boat manufacturing Posted on 12 Jun

2024 IBEX Innovation Awards now accepting entries
New product entries are now being accepted through August 21 The International BoatBuilders' Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) will be hosting the prestigious IBEX Innovation Awards program during this year's event, taking place October 1-3 in Tampa. Posted on 6 Jun

NMMA Hall of Fame Award nominations deadline
Nominations are now being accepted until June 27 Nominations are now being accepted for the 2024 NMMA Hall of Fame Award. NMMA Hall of Fame inductees are industry icons — visionaries whose outstanding contributions have and continue to advance, guide, and transform the industry. Posted on 4 Jun

Biden Administration announces new section 301
NMMA urged the administration to reinstate all exclusions for marine products The Biden administration issued a press release announcing the FRN on the proposed modifications to the Section 301 tariffs on imports from China and limited exclusion process for certain machinery – which the administration disclosed this month. Posted on 3 Jun

Charter boat captains, industry experts speak out
Against the NOAA Vessel Speed Rule As NOAA's vessel speed rule is considered by the Office of Management and Budget, the recreational boating industry continues to advocate for the withdrawal of the rule in favor of the advanced marine technologies available today. Posted on 1 Jun

Projects to address AIS receive funding
Four selected projects comprise the first quarter of awardees of the Rapid Response Fund Earlier this month, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) announced four projects that will receive $785,000 to address the early detection and rapid response for aquatic invasive species (AIS) – a top priority for the recreational boating industry. Posted on 31 May

Biden administration awards over $21 million
BIG funds benefit local communities and waterways and the recreational boaters Last month, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) announced the agency's Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) program will provide more than $21 million in grant funding for 21 states to construct, renovate, and maintain marinas Posted on 30 May

Arizona State Legislator of the Year
The award recognizes Representative David Cook's leadership in advocating for policies Arizona State Representative David Cook has been awarded the Arizona State Legislator of the Year Award by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) for his support of the recreational boating and fishing industry. Posted on 25 May

White House recognizes National Safe Boating Week
Issuing a formal proclamation and encouraging all who participate in boating activities Recognizing the importance of safe boating practices, the White House is formally acknowledging National Safe Boating Week from May 18 through May 24, 2024, issuing a formal proclamation and encouraging all who participate in boating activities. Posted on 21 May

Biden administration releases its review of Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports

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