Key congressional committee holds roundtable on maritime safety

American Boating Congress set for May 17-19, 2027
ABC is the premier advocacy event to be seen and heard on Capitol Hill and before federal agencies. Mark your calendars: the American Boating Congress (ABC) will take place May 17-19, 2027, in Washington, D.C., bringing the recreational boating industry together for three days of advocacy, engagement, and direct conversations with federal policymakers. Posted on 7 Aug

U.S. economy grows 1.5%
Down in the first quarter and below economists' expectations U.S. News reports the economy grew at a 1.5% annualized rate in the second quarter, down from 2.1% in the first quarter and below economists' expectations. Posted on 1 Aug

July consumer confidence slips
Cost-of-living pressures continue to weigh on sentiment Consumer confidence declined modestly in July, reflecting continued caution among Americans even as planned purchases suggest household spending intentions remain resilient. Posted on 30 Jul

MRAA's Dealer Week 2026 registration opens
The event is scheduled for Dec. 6-9, 2026 The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announces that Dealer Week 2026 registration is now open. The event is scheduled for Dec. 6-9, 2026, at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida. Posted on 25 Jul

Leading Economic Index declines
Weak consumer expectations and fewer building permits outweighed positive financial indicators The Conference Board reports its Leading Economic Index for the U.S. declined 0.2% in June, partially reversing gains from the previous two months. Posted on 22 Jul

NMMA applauds congressional action on WRDA 2026
The bipartisan House bill was approved by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee The House and Senate have advanced their respective versions of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026. Posted on 17 Jul

NMMA launches waterways access initiative
To protect America's boating and fishing future NMMA launched this week the Waterways Access Initiative, a multi-year advocacy campaign focused on protecting and expanding access to America's public waters. Posted on 14 Jul

NMMA Data Summary provides insight into market
It analyzes rolling 12-month period, providing members with broader view of long-term market trends NMMA's latest Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary, featuring data through April 2026, shows the recreational boating market continues to navigate elevated interest rates and cautious consumer sentiment. Posted on 11 Jul

U.S. recreational marine spending $54B in 2025
Reflecting the broad economic impact of recreational boating across sales of boats The latest annual total industry sales by category and state report, part of NMMA's 2025 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract, is now available for member download. Posted on 7 Jul

NMMA Testifies on Section 301 Investigation
Before the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) On Thursday, NMMA testified before the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), and several other federal agencies, in response to its Section 301 investigation into structural excess capacity and production in manufacturing sectors. Posted on 12 May

Key congressional committee holds roundtable on maritime safety

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