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Congressional Boating Caucus briefing highlights American marine innovation

by National Marine Manufacturers Association 22 Sep 10:12 PDT September 17, 2026
The briefing, American Innovation on the Water © NMMA

The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) joined the Congressional Boating Caucus on September 17 for a Capitol Hill briefing highlighting how American marine manufacturers are using new technology to make boating safer, smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable.

The briefing, American Innovation on the Water, brought together congressional staff and leaders from Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit, Brunswick Corporation, the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA), and Polaris to showcase the breadth of innovation taking place across the recreational marine industry.

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