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AGRICULTURAL ACT OF 2026 Section 9001 (Farm Bill) - Adds sustainable aviation fuel to the definition of an advanced biofuel. Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has emerged as a leading solution to support growing demand, achieve energy dominance, and create opportunities for rural economies. Since SAF is made from a variety of renewable feedstocks, it helps to establish new markets for American agriculture, bioenergy, and technology developers. SAF also creates good-paying jobs, and new economic opportunities for U.S. farmers and in rural communities. SAF can be mass-produced in the U.S. and blended with traditional jet fuel without the need to modify existing aircraft, meaning SAF can be immediately put to use. PILOT AND AIRCRAFT PRIVACY ACT (PAPA) (S 2175/HR 4146) Seek support from congressional offices in opposing PAPA legislation. Legislation prohibits the ability of an airport sponsor to use ADS-B data for purposes of assessing or otherwise imposing a fee issues with legislation and impact on airports. e on any commercial or GA aircraft owner or operator. The Port does not currently use ADS-B data to collect landing fees at HIO, TTD, or Atlantic at PDX. At Port airports landing fees are through FBOs or directly from based aircraft operators (Nike, Columba, Ochoco) Prohibits officials from initiating an investigation of any person based exclusively on ADS-B data. Requires a public-use airport to disclose the following information prior to imposing a takeoff or landing fee on any GA aircraft: Efforts taken to reduce non-airside related expenses; Efforts taken to obtain revenues from sources other than GA aircraft; Total cost estimate of the airside safety projects that the airport sponsor plans to undertake, the amount or percentage of the fees imposed on GA aircraft that will be used to pay for such project, and an estimated timeline to collect such amount; and An assessment of the impact of any fees on the health and vitality of GA and on pilots, students, charities, and businesses that support or rely on GA in the area of the airport. Compliance would take resources most likely partially paid from landing fees causing more pressure of GA airport revenues. Requires revenue derived from takeoff or landing fees to only be used for airside safety projects. There is more safety critical airport infrastructure than just airside safety projects. Takeoff/landing fees are needed to fund safety-critical airport infrastructure projects. Congress has mandated that airport sponsors assess fees for operator use of runways and taxiways, as appropriate, to ensure the airport is self-sustaining. Takeoff/landing fees are a critical source of revenue for airports, especially for smaller airports with limited revenue-generating option available: Most GA airports have minimal opportunities to generate revenue from non-aeronautical sources. FBOs are often operated by the private sector. 82nd and AIRPORT WAY FUNDING Make delegation aware of our $25 million Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant Program application and welcome any additional funding through surface transportation legislation. Airport Way, averaging 58,000 vehicles a day, is among Oregons busiest roadways. The Ross Island Bridge, by comparison, serves 56,000 a day. Because Portland International Airport (PDX) sits at the end of a cul-de-sac, every person traveling to PDX must use this intersection, regardless of mode of transportation. The challenge of growing congestion at this intersection was identified in the 2010 Airport Futures Master Plan. As it stands, the signals cannot keep up with demand at peak times - of which there are at least five in a 24-hour period. The solution planned reduces competition for the signal by elevating only the eastbound three lanes of Airport Way and merging northbound left-turners with westbound traffic without a traffic signal. The total project cost is approximately $120 million. The Port BUILD grant application will be for $25 million. We will be seeking additional funding in the Surface Transportation Act and plan to cover the remainder with Port funding. PDX is nearly back to pre-pandemic travel volumes and nearly 10,000 people work there. Every person accessing the using this intersection is getting somewhere with urgency - so it is critical that we address the bottleneck as we continue to grow. SEISMICALLY RESILIENT RUNWAY Make delegation aware of importance to entire region (including SW Washington) and challenges given total cost and limitations in existing programs. The Port has invested nearly $1M in study and design. Significant federal and state financial support will be required to fund the construction - estimated between $400M and $500M, depending on schedule and closure scenarios. Although the Port has had some success in authorizing new federal dollars for the project by expanding eligibility of the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) to include investments mitigating seismic disasters, awards from this program would probably only be in the few tens of millions in any given year and the airport will have competing projects for these critical funds. Recommended is a minimum usable length of 7,500 feet to support emergency response and long‑term recovery after a major seismic event. The remaining portion of the 11,00ft runway would be rebuilt during recovery. A 4,500‑foot length runway could support emergency response shortly after a seismic event. FAA Met with FAA to better understand new process regarding rehab projects and consultation regarding NMFS.
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2026 · second_quarter · Q2
AGRICULTURAL ACT OF 2026 Section 9001 (Farm Bill) - Adds sustainable aviation fuel to the definition of an advanced biofuel. Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has emerged as a leading solution to support growing demand, achieve energy dominance, and create opportunities for rural economies. Since SAF is made from a variety of renewable feedstocks, it helps to establish new markets for American agriculture, bioenergy, and technology developers. SAF also creates good-paying jobs, and new economic opportunities for U.S. farmers and in rural communities. SAF can be mass-produced in the U.S. and blended with traditional jet fuel without the need to modify existing aircraft, meaning SAF can be immediately put to use. PILOT AND AIRCRAFT PRIVACY ACT (PAPA) (S 2175/HR 4146) Seek support from congressional offices in opposing PAPA legislation. Legislation prohibits the ability of an airport sponsor to use ADS-B data for purposes of assessing or otherwise imposing a fee issues with legislation and impact on airports. e on any commercial or GA aircraft owner or operator. The Port does not currently use ADS-B data to collect landing fees at HIO, TTD, or Atlantic at PDX. At Port airports landing fees are through FBOs or directly from based aircraft operators (Nike, Columba, Ochoco) Prohibits officials from initiating an investigation of any person based exclusively on ADS-B data. Requires a public-use airport to disclose the following information prior to imposing a takeoff or landing fee on any GA aircraft: Efforts taken to reduce non-airside related expenses; Efforts taken to obtain revenues from sources other than GA aircraft; Total cost estimate of the airside safety projects that the airport sponsor plans to undertake, the amount or percentage of the fees imposed on GA aircraft that will be used to pay for such project, and an estimated timeline to collect such amount; and An assessment of the impact of any fees on the health and vitality of GA and on pilots, students, charities, and businesses that support or rely on GA in the area of the airport. Compliance would take resources most likely partially paid from landing fees causing more pressure of GA airport revenues. Requires revenue derived from takeoff or landing fees to only be used for airside safety projects. There is more safety critical airport infrastructure than just airside safety projects. Takeoff/landing fees are needed to fund safety-critical airport infrastructure projects. Congress has mandated that airport sponsors assess fees for operator use of runways and taxiways, as appropriate, to ensure the airport is self-sustaining. Takeoff/landing fees are a critical source of revenue for airports, especially for smaller airports with limited revenue-generating option available: Most GA airports have minimal opportunities to generate revenue from non-aeronautical sources. FBOs are often operated by the private sector. 82nd and AIRPORT WAY FUNDING Make delegation aware of our $25 million Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant Program application and welcome any additional funding through surface transportation legislation. Airport Way, averaging 58,000 vehicles a day, is among Oregons busiest roadways. The Ross Island Bridge, by comparison, serves 56,000 a day. Because Portland International Airport (PDX) sits at the end of a cul-de-sac, every person traveling to PDX must use this intersection, regardless of mode of transportation. The challenge of growing congestion at this intersection was identified in the 2010 Airport Futures Master Plan. As it stands, the signals cannot keep up with demand at peak times - of which there are at least five in a 24-hour period. The solution planned reduces competition for the signal by elevating only the eastbound three lanes of Airport Way and merging northbound left-turners with westbound traffic without a traffic signal. The total project cost is approximately $120 million. The Port BUILD grant application will be for $25 million. We will be seeking additional funding in the Surface Transportation Act and plan to cover the remainder with Port funding. PDX is nearly back to pre-pandemic travel volumes and nearly 10,000 people work there. Every person accessing the using this intersection is getting somewhere with urgency - so it is critical that we address the bottleneck as we continue to grow. SEISMICALLY RESILIENT RUNWAY Make delegation aware of importance to entire region (including SW Washington) and challenges given total cost and limitations in existing programs. The Port has invested nearly $1M in study and design. Significant federal and state financial support will be required to fund the construction - estimated between $400M and $500M, depending on schedule and closure scenarios. Although the Port has had some success in authorizing new federal dollars for the project by expanding eligibility of the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) to include investments mitigating seismic disasters, awards from this program would probably only be in the few tens of millions in any given year and the airport will have competing projects for these critical funds. Recommended is a minimum usable length of 7,500 feet to support emergency response and long‑term recovery after a major seismic event. The remaining portion of the 11,00ft runway would be rebuilt during recovery. A 4,500‑foot length runway could support emergency response shortly after a seismic event. FAA Met with FAA to better understand new process regarding rehab projects and consultation regarding NMFS.
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PILOT AND AIRCRAFT PRIVACY ACT (PAPA) (S 2175/HR 4146) Seek support from congressional offices in opposing PAPA legislation. Legislation prohibits the ability of an airport sponsor to use ADS-B data for purposes of assessing or otherwise imposing a fee issues with legislation and impact on airports. e on any commercial or GA aircraft owner or operator. The Port does not currently use ADS-B data to collect landing fees at HIO, TTD, or Atlantic at PDX. At Port airports landing fees are through FBOs or directly from based aircraft operators (Nike, Columba, Ochoco) Prohibits officials from initiating an investigation of any person based exclusively on ADS-B data. Requires a public-use airport to disclose the following information prior to imposing a takeoff or landing fee on any GA aircraft: Efforts taken to reduce non-airside related expenses; Efforts taken to obtain revenues from sources other than GA aircraft; Total cost estimate of the airside safety projects that the airport sponsor plans to undertake, the amount or percentage of the fees imposed on GA aircraft that will be used to pay for such project, and an estimated timeline to collect such amount; and An assessment of the impact of any fees on the health and vitality of GA and on pilots, students, charities, and businesses that support or rely on GA in the area of the airport. Compliance would take resources most likely partially paid from landing fees causing more pressure of GA airport revenues. Requires revenue derived from takeoff or landing fees to only be used for airside safety projects. There is more safety critical airport infrastructure than just airside safety projects. Takeoff/landing fees are needed to fund safety-critical airport infrastructure projects. Congress has mandated that airport sponsors assess fees for operator use of runways and taxiways, as appropriate, to ensure the airport is self-sustaining. Takeoff/landing fees are a critical source of revenue for airports, especially for smaller airports with limited revenue-generating option available: Most GA airports have minimal opportunities to generate revenue from non-aeronautical sources. FBOs are often operated by the private sector. 82nd and AIRPORT WAY FUNDING Make delegation aware of our $25 million Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant Program application and welcome any additional funding through surface transportation legislation. Airport Way, averaging 58,000 vehicles a day, is among Oregons busiest roadways. The Ross Island Bridge, by comparison, serves 56,000 a day. Because Portland International Airport (PDX) sits at the end of a cul-de-sac, every person traveling to PDX must use this intersection, regardless of mode of transportation. The challenge of growing congestion at this intersection was identified in the 2010 Airport Futures Master Plan. As it stands, the signals cannot keep up with demand at peak times - of which there are at least five in a 24-hour period. The solution planned reduces competition for the signal by elevating only the eastbound three lanes of Airport Way and merging northbound left-turners with westbound traffic without a traffic signal. The total project cost is approximately $120 million. The Port BUILD grant application will be for $25 million. We will be seeking additional funding in the Surface Transportation Act and plan to cover the remainder with Port funding. PDX is nearly back to pre-pandemic travel volumes and nearly 10,000 people work there. Every person accessing the using this intersection is getting somewhere with urgency - so it is critical that we address the bottleneck as we continue to grow. SEISMICALLY RESILIENT RUNWAY Make delegation aware of importance to entire region (including SW Washington) and challenges given total cost and limitations in existing programs. The Port has invested nearly $1M in study and design. Significant federal and state financial support will be required to fund the construction - estimated between $400M and $500M, depending on schedule and closure scenarios. Although the Port has had some success in authorizing new federal dollars for the project by expanding eligibility of the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) to include investments mitigating seismic disasters, awards from this program would probably only be in the few tens of millions in any given year and the airport will have competing projects for these critical funds. Recommended is a minimum usable length of 7,500 feet to support emergency response and long‑term recovery after a major seismic event. The remaining portion of the 11,00ft runway would be rebuilt during recovery. A 4,500‑foot length runway could support emergency response shortly after a seismic event. FAA Met with FAA to better understand new process regarding rehab projects and consultation regarding NMFS.
Congressional directed spending request FY26 funding for Terminal 2 Mass Timber Housing Innovation Campus (MTHIC) community project through THUD EDI part of Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 7148) Appropriation was $3.2 million designated for T2 specifically for utility work/infrastructure at MTHIC.
AGRICULTURAL ACT OF 2026 Section 9001 (Farm Bill) - Adds sustainable aviation fuel to the definition of an advanced biofuel. Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has emerged as a leading solution to support growing demand, achieve energy dominance, and create opportunities for rural economies. Since SAF is made from a variety of renewable feedstocks, it helps to establish new markets for American agriculture, bioenergy, and technology developers. SAF also creates good-paying jobs, and new economic opportunities for U.S. farmers and in rural communities. SAF can be mass-produced in the U.S. and blended with traditional jet fuel without the need to modify existing aircraft, meaning SAF can be immediately put to use. PILOT AND AIRCRAFT PRIVACY ACT (PAPA) (S 2175/HR 4146) Seek support from congressional offices in opposing PAPA legislation. Legislation prohibits the ability of an airport sponsor to use ADS-B data for purposes of assessing or otherwise imposing a fee issues with legislation and impact on airports. e on any commercial or GA aircraft owner or operator. The Port does not currently use ADS-B data to collect landing fees at HIO, TTD, or Atlantic at PDX. At Port airports landing fees are through FBOs or directly from based aircraft operators (Nike, Columba, Ochoco) Prohibits officials from initiating an investigation of any person based exclusively on ADS-B data. Requires a public-use airport to disclose the following information prior to imposing a takeoff or landing fee on any GA aircraft: Efforts taken to reduce non-airside related expenses; Efforts taken to obtain revenues from sources other than GA aircraft; Total cost estimate of the airside safety projects that the airport sponsor plans to undertake, the amount or percentage of the fees imposed on GA aircraft that will be used to pay for such project, and an estimated timeline to collect such amount; and An assessment of the impact of any fees on the health and vitality of GA and on pilots, students, charities, and businesses that support or rely on GA in the area of the airport. Compliance would take resources most likely partially paid from landing fees causing more pressure of GA airport revenues. Requires revenue derived from takeoff or landing fees to only be used for airside safety projects. There is more safety critical airport infrastructure than just airside safety projects. Takeoff/landing fees are needed to fund safety-critical airport infrastructure projects. Congress has mandated that airport sponsors assess fees for operator use of runways and taxiways, as appropriate, to ensure the airport is self-sustaining. Takeoff/landing fees are a critical source of revenue for airports, especially for smaller airports with limited revenue-generating option available: Most GA airports have minimal opportunities to generate revenue from non-aeronautical sources. FBOs are often operated by the private sector. 82nd and AIRPORT WAY FUNDING Make delegation aware of our $25 million Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant Program application and welcome any additional funding through surface transportation legislation. Airport Way, averaging 58,000 vehicles a day, is among Oregons busiest roadways. The Ross Island Bridge, by comparison, serves 56,000 a day. Because Portland International Airport (PDX) sits at the end of a cul-de-sac, every person traveling to PDX must use this intersection, regardless of mode of transportation. The challenge of growing congestion at this intersection was identified in the 2010 Airport Futures Master Plan. As it stands, the signals cannot keep up with demand at peak times - of which there are at least five in a 24-hour period. The solution planned reduces competition for the signal by elevating only the eastbound three lanes of Airport Way and merging northbound left-turners with westbound traffic without a traffic signal. The total project cost is approximately $120 million. The Port BUILD grant application will be for $25 million. We will be seeking additional funding in the Surface Transportation Act and plan to cover the remainder with Port funding. PDX is nearly back to pre-pandemic travel volumes and nearly 10,000 people work there. Every person accessing the using this intersection is getting somewhere with urgency - so it is critical that we address the bottleneck as we continue to grow. SEISMICALLY RESILIENT RUNWAY Make delegation aware of importance to entire region (including SW Washington) and challenges given total cost and limitations in existing programs. The Port has invested nearly $1M in study and design. Significant federal and state financial support will be required to fund the construction - estimated between $400M and $500M, depending on schedule and closure scenarios. Although the Port has had some success in authorizing new federal dollars for the project by expanding eligibility of the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) to include investments mitigating seismic disasters, awards from this program would probably only be in the few tens of millions in any given year and the airport will have competing projects for these critical funds. Recommended is a minimum usable length of 7,500 feet to support emergency response and long‑term recovery after a major seismic event. The remaining portion of the 11,00ft runway would be rebuilt during recovery. A 4,500‑foot length runway could support emergency response shortly after a seismic event. FAA Met with FAA to better understand new process regarding rehab projects and consultation regarding NMFS.
PILOT AND AIRCRAFT PRIVACY ACT (PAPA) (S 2175/HR 4146) Seek support from congressional offices in opposing PAPA legislation. Legislation prohibits the ability of an airport sponsor to use ADS-B data for purposes of assessing or otherwise imposing a fee issues with legislation and impact on airports. e on any commercial or GA aircraft owner or operator. The Port does not currently use ADS-B data to collect landing fees at HIO, TTD, or Atlantic at PDX. At Port airports landing fees are through FBOs or directly from based aircraft operators (Nike, Columba, Ochoco) Prohibits officials from initiating an investigation of any person based exclusively on ADS-B data. Requires a public-use airport to disclose the following information prior to imposing a takeoff or landing fee on any GA aircraft: Efforts taken to reduce non-airside related expenses; Efforts taken to obtain revenues from sources other than GA aircraft; Total cost estimate of the airside safety projects that the airport sponsor plans to undertake, the amount or percentage of the fees imposed on GA aircraft that will be used to pay for such project, and an estimated timeline to collect such amount; and An assessment of the impact of any fees on the health and vitality of GA and on pilots, students, charities, and businesses that support or rely on GA in the area of the airport. Compliance would take resources most likely partially paid from landing fees causing more pressure of GA airport revenues. Requires revenue derived from takeoff or landing fees to only be used for airside safety projects. There is more safety critical airport infrastructure than just airside safety projects. Takeoff/landing fees are needed to fund safety-critical airport infrastructure projects. Congress has mandated that airport sponsors assess fees for operator use of runways and taxiways, as appropriate, to ensure the airport is self-sustaining. Takeoff/landing fees are a critical source of revenue for airports, especially for smaller airports with limited revenue-generating option available: Most GA airports have minimal opportunities to generate revenue from non-aeronautical sources. FBOs are often operated by the private sector. 82nd and AIRPORT WAY FUNDING Make delegation aware of our $25 million Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant Program application and welcome any additional funding through surface transportation legislation. Airport Way, averaging 58,000 vehicles a day, is among Oregons busiest roadways. The Ross Island Bridge, by comparison, serves 56,000 a day. Because Portland International Airport (PDX) sits at the end of a cul-de-sac, every person traveling to PDX must use this intersection, regardless of mode of transportation. The challenge of growing congestion at this intersection was identified in the 2010 Airport Futures Master Plan. As it stands, the signals cannot keep up with demand at peak times - of which there are at least five in a 24-hour period. The solution planned reduces competition for the signal by elevating only the eastbound three lanes of Airport Way and merging northbound left-turners with westbound traffic without a traffic signal. The total project cost is approximately $120 million. The Port BUILD grant application will be for $25 million. We will be seeking additional funding in the Surface Transportation Act and plan to cover the remainder with Port funding. PDX is nearly back to pre-pandemic travel volumes and nearly 10,000 people work there. Every person accessing the using this intersection is getting somewhere with urgency - so it is critical that we address the bottleneck as we continue to grow. SEISMICALLY RESILIENT RUNWAY Make delegation aware of importance to entire region (including SW Washington) and challenges given total cost and limitations in existing programs. The Port has invested nearly $1M in study and design. Significant federal and state financial support will be required to fund the construction - estimated between $400M and $500M, depending on schedule and closure scenarios. Although the Port has had some success in authorizing new federal dollars for the project by expanding eligibility of the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) to include investments mitigating seismic disasters, awards from this program would probably only be in the few tens of millions in any given year and the airport will have competing projects for these critical funds. Recommended is a minimum usable length of 7,500 feet to support emergency response and long‑term recovery after a major seismic event. The remaining portion of the 11,00ft runway would be rebuilt during recovery. A 4,500‑foot length runway could support emergency response shortly after a seismic event. FAA Met with FAA to better understand new process regarding rehab projects and consultation regarding NMFS.
SHIPS for America Act (S 1541) Highlights of SHIPS Act: would establish a Maritime Security Trust Fund, financed by redirecting tariff revenues, special tonnage taxes, and new Shipbuilding fees collected to support maritime programs outside the annual appropriations process Creating a Maritime Security Advisor and Board within the Executive Office of the President to coordinate federal maritime policy Updating cargo preference laws, requiring more U.S. government cargo to move on U.S.-flagged vessels (raising the requirement from 50% to 100%) * Funding shipbuilding and maritime infrastructure, including up to $250 million annually for shipyard investments and a new shipbuilding innovation program Streamlining environmental reviews for port and shipyard infrastructure projects Expanding the Capital Construction Fund (CCF) program to allow marine terminal operators to replace cargo handling equipment - excluding Chinese-made cranes and gear Launching workforce initiatives to support mariner recruitment, retention, and training, with specific benefits for State Maritime Academies and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Offering tax incentives to support shipbuilding and investments in maritime infrastructure, including investment tax credits for U.S. shipyards and vessels Concerns of SHIPS Act: No dedicated funding for port infrastructure (PIDP) Concerns about U.S.-flagged cargo preference and prioritization expansion potentially increasing shipping costs and delays for port users Updated tonnage taxes and fees, which could increase costs for ports New trust fund structure requires future legislation to direct spending, leaving uncertainty for port priorities Brownfields Reauthorization Act of 2025 * bill extends through FY2030 and modifies the Brownfields Program under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA) * bill expands eligibility for Brownfields Program resources to tax-exempt organizations defined under section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code * increases to $1 million the maximum grant amount that the EPA may provide for brownfield remediation per site * removes the 5% cap that a grant recipient may use for administrative costs * reduces the cost-sharing requirement for grant recipients from 20% to 10% * requires the EPA to waive cost-sharing requirements for grant recipients located in small communities or disadvantaged areas * authorizes the use of grants by a state or Indian tribe for the implementation of a response program * modifies the criteria used to rank grant applications by requiring the consideration of whether the applicant has a plan to engage a diverse set of local groups and organizations that represent the views of the local community directly affected by the proposed brownfield project * requires the EPA to report on and update application ranking criteria and the approval process Port Cranes Tax Credit Act of 2025 (HR 4589) * Amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish tax credits to incentivize the domestic production of port cranes, and for other purposes * Establishes a 25% investment tax credit for qualified U.S. facilities that manufacture or repair ship-to-shore (STS) and mobile harbor port cranes * Establishes ala production credit of 40%, rising to 60% if at least 90% of crane components are American made CBP Securing Ports and Americas Commerce and Economy (SPACE) Act * Provides CBP and its facilities with the resources it needs by setting up a sustainable funding mechanism via existing user fees it already collects * Establishes greater transparency and oversight of what CBP charges local partners Secure Our Ports Act (HR 252) Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. Passed on Suspension Calendar 6/9/2025 HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 252 Secure Our Ports Act Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. Emphasized importance and carry through of provisions in H.R. 8812 Water Resources Development Act reauthorization of 2024: 100% reimbursement of capital asset acquisition required to perform dredging operations on the federal navigation channel on the Columbia River (Sec.333); definition clarification to ensure aquatic confined placement structures are deemed in the national interest and built at full Federal expense rather than cost-shared (Sec.131); and clarification that pile dike maintenance are existing projects and not new construction (Sec.144). Implementation of draft Dredge Material Management Plan (DMMP)and environmental impact studies, no specific legislation.
HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 252 Secure Our Ports Act Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. Emphasized importance and carry through of provisions in H.R. 8812 Water Resources Development Act reauthorization of 2024: 100% reimbursement of capital asset acquisition required to perform dredging operations on the federal navigation channel on the Columbia River (Sec.333); definition clarification to ensure aquatic confined placement structures are deemed in the national interest and built at full Federal expense rather than cost-shared (Sec.131); and clarification that pile dike maintenance are existing projects and not new construction (Sec.144). Implementation of draft Dredge Material Management Plan (DMMP)and environmental impact studies, no specific legislation.
SHIPS for America Act (S 1541) Highlights of SHIPS Act: would establish a Maritime Security Trust Fund, financed by redirecting tariff revenues, special tonnage taxes, and new Shipbuilding fees collected to support maritime programs outside the annual appropriations process Creating a Maritime Security Advisor and Board within the Executive Office of the President to coordinate federal maritime policy Updating cargo preference laws, requiring more U.S. government cargo to move on U.S.-flagged vessels (raising the requirement from 50% to 100%) * Funding shipbuilding and maritime infrastructure, including up to $250 million annually for shipyard investments and a new shipbuilding innovation program Streamlining environmental reviews for port and shipyard infrastructure projects Expanding the Capital Construction Fund (CCF) program to allow marine terminal operators to replace cargo handling equipment - excluding Chinese-made cranes and gear Launching workforce initiatives to support mariner recruitment, retention, and training, with specific benefits for State Maritime Academies and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Offering tax incentives to support shipbuilding and investments in maritime infrastructure, including investment tax credits for U.S. shipyards and vessels Concerns of SHIPS Act: No dedicated funding for port infrastructure (PIDP) Concerns about U.S.-flagged cargo preference and prioritization expansion potentially increasing shipping costs and delays for port users Updated tonnage taxes and fees, which could increase costs for ports New trust fund structure requires future legislation to direct spending, leaving uncertainty for port priorities Brownfields Reauthorization Act of 2025 * bill extends through FY2030 and modifies the Brownfields Program under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA) * bill expands eligibility for Brownfields Program resources to tax-exempt organizations defined under section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code * increases to $1 million the maximum grant amount that the EPA may provide for brownfield remediation per site * removes the 5% cap that a grant recipient may use for administrative costs * reduces the cost-sharing requirement for grant recipients from 20% to 10% * requires the EPA to waive cost-sharing requirements for grant recipients located in small communities or disadvantaged areas * authorizes the use of grants by a state or Indian tribe for the implementation of a response program * modifies the criteria used to rank grant applications by requiring the consideration of whether the applicant has a plan to engage a diverse set of local groups and organizations that represent the views of the local community directly affected by the proposed brownfield project * requires the EPA to report on and update application ranking criteria and the approval process Port Cranes Tax Credit Act of 2025 (HR 4589) * Amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish tax credits to incentivize the domestic production of port cranes, and for other purposes * Establishes a 25% investment tax credit for qualified U.S. facilities that manufacture or repair ship-to-shore (STS) and mobile harbor port cranes * Establishes ala production credit of 40%, rising to 60% if at least 90% of crane components are American made CBP Securing Ports and Americas Commerce and Economy (SPACE) Act * Provides CBP and its facilities with the resources it needs by setting up a sustainable funding mechanism via existing user fees it already collects * Establishes greater transparency and oversight of what CBP charges local partners Secure Our Ports Act (HR 252) Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. Passed on Suspension Calendar 6/9/2025 HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 252 Secure Our Ports Act Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. Emphasized importance and carry through of provisions in H.R. 8812 Water Resources Development Act reauthorization of 2024: 100% reimbursement of capital asset acquisition required to perform dredging operations on the federal navigation channel on the Columbia River (Sec.333); definition clarification to ensure aquatic confined placement structures are deemed in the national interest and built at full Federal expense rather than cost-shared (Sec.131); and clarification that pile dike maintenance are existing projects and not new construction (Sec.144). Implementation of draft Dredge Material Management Plan (DMMP)and environmental impact studies, no specific legislation.
HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 252 Secure Our Ports Act Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. Emphasized importance and carry through of provisions in H.R. 8812 Water Resources Development Act reauthorization of 2024: 100% reimbursement of capital asset acquisition required to perform dredging operations on the federal navigation channel on the Columbia River (Sec.333); definition clarification to ensure aquatic confined placement structures are deemed in the national interest and built at full Federal expense rather than cost-shared (Sec.131); and clarification that pile dike maintenance are existing projects and not new construction (Sec.144). Implementation of draft Dredge Material Management Plan (DMMP)and environmental impact studies, no specific legislation.
SHIPS for America Act (S 1541) Highlights of SHIPS Act: would establish a Maritime Security Trust Fund, financed by redirecting tariff revenues, special tonnage taxes, and new Shipbuilding fees collected to support maritime programs outside the annual appropriations process Creating a Maritime Security Advisor and Board within the Executive Office of the President to coordinate federal maritime policy Updating cargo preference laws, requiring more U.S. government cargo to move on U.S.-flagged vessels (raising the requirement from 50% to 100%) * Funding shipbuilding and maritime infrastructure, including up to $250 million annually for shipyard investments and a new shipbuilding innovation program Streamlining environmental reviews for port and shipyard infrastructure projects Expanding the Capital Construction Fund (CCF) program to allow marine terminal operators to replace cargo handling equipment - excluding Chinese-made cranes and gear Launching workforce initiatives to support mariner recruitment, retention, and training, with specific benefits for State Maritime Academies and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Offering tax incentives to support shipbuilding and investments in maritime infrastructure, including investment tax credits for U.S. shipyards and vessels Concerns of SHIPS Act: No dedicated funding for port infrastructure (PIDP) Concerns about U.S.-flagged cargo preference and prioritization expansion potentially increasing shipping costs and delays for port users Updated tonnage taxes and fees, which could increase costs for ports New trust fund structure requires future legislation to direct spending, leaving uncertainty for port priorities Brownfields Reauthorization Act of 2025 * bill extends through FY2030 and modifies the Brownfields Program under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA) * bill expands eligibility for Brownfields Program resources to tax-exempt organizations defined under section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code * increases to $1 million the maximum grant amount that the EPA may provide for brownfield remediation per site * removes the 5% cap that a grant recipient may use for administrative costs * reduces the cost-sharing requirement for grant recipients from 20% to 10% * requires the EPA to waive cost-sharing requirements for grant recipients located in small communities or disadvantaged areas * authorizes the use of grants by a state or Indian tribe for the implementation of a response program * modifies the criteria used to rank grant applications by requiring the consideration of whether the applicant has a plan to engage a diverse set of local groups and organizations that represent the views of the local community directly affected by the proposed brownfield project * requires the EPA to report on and update application ranking criteria and the approval process Port Cranes Tax Credit Act of 2025 (HR 4589) * Amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish tax credits to incentivize the domestic production of port cranes, and for other purposes * Establishes a 25% investment tax credit for qualified U.S. facilities that manufacture or repair ship-to-shore (STS) and mobile harbor port cranes * Establishes ala production credit of 40%, rising to 60% if at least 90% of crane components are American made CBP Securing Ports and Americas Commerce and Economy (SPACE) Act * Provides CBP and its facilities with the resources it needs by setting up a sustainable funding mechanism via existing user fees it already collects * Establishes greater transparency and oversight of what CBP charges local partners Secure Our Ports Act (HR 252) Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. Passed on Suspension Calendar 6/9/2025 HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 252 Secure Our Ports Act Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. Emphasized importance and carry through of provisions in H.R. 8812 Water Resources Development Act reauthorization of 2024: 100% reimbursement of capital asset acquisition required to perform dredging operations on the federal navigation channel on the Columbia River (Sec.333); definition clarification to ensure aquatic confined placement structures are deemed in the national interest and built at full Federal expense rather than cost-shared (Sec.131); and clarification that pile dike maintenance are existing projects and not new construction (Sec.144). Implementation of draft Dredge Material Management Plan (DMMP)and environmental impact studies, no specific legislation.
HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 252 Secure Our Ports Act Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. Emphasized importance and carry through of provisions in H.R. 8812 Water Resources Development Act reauthorization of 2024: 100% reimbursement of capital asset acquisition required to perform dredging operations on the federal navigation channel on the Columbia River (Sec.333); definition clarification to ensure aquatic confined placement structures are deemed in the national interest and built at full Federal expense rather than cost-shared (Sec.131); and clarification that pile dike maintenance are existing projects and not new construction (Sec.144). Implementation of draft Dredge Material Management Plan (DMMP)and environmental impact studies, no specific legislation.
Explored options to find solution to SMS FAA system Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025 (S 1045) * bill provides continuing appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) if an appropriations bill for the FAA has not been enacted before a fiscal year begins, or a joint resolution making continuing appropriations for the FAA is not in effect. * bill provides appropriations from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund at the rate of operations that was provided for the prior fiscal year to continue programs, projects, and activities for which funds were provided in the preceding fiscal year FASTER ACT * would eliminate the diversion of September 11th Security Fees away from the TSA and provide TSA access to fee revenue to pay Transportation Security Officers in the event of a government shutdown Dont Miss Your Flight Act (HR 3754/S 1966) provide grants for airport connection infrastructure Projects would have to connect to an airport, or make improvement on land that is on or within 5 miles of a public airport and reduce congestion, or expand capacity, provide access to under connected areas or rehabilitate roadway, rail or transit. HR 2591 Mental Health in Aviation Act Would modernize the FAAs mental health policies to help ensure greater safety for the traveling public. HR 3423 Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act (FROST Act) Expands AIP eligibility to include storage facilities for de-icing equipment and fluids. HR 3746 Rebuilding Americas Airport Infrastructure Act Increases the PFC to $8.50 by 2030. It would incrementally increase annually by $1.00 starting in 2027 to $5.50 and each year thereafter until 2030 HR 3477 Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act Ensures airlines have operational resiliency plans in place to help prevent or limit mass flight disruptions for the traveling public. HR 9327 Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act Directs the Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, shall include in each report titled Petroleum Supply Monthly of the Energy Information Administration, each report titled Weekly Petroleum Status Report of the Energy Information Administration, and any other relevant report of the Energy Information Administration, as determined by the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, data on sustainable aviation fuel. * Seismic runway project, no specific legislation. * Use of facial recognition technology at airports, no specific legislation. * Processing of asylees and refugees at airports, no specific legislation.
HR 2591 Mental Health in Aviation Act Would modernize the FAAs mental health policies to help ensure greater safety for the traveling public. HR 3423 Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act (FROST Act) Expands AIP eligibility to include storage facilities for de-icing equipment and fluids. HR 3746 Rebuilding Americas Airport Infrastructure Act Increases the PFC to $8.50 by 2030. It would incrementally increase annually by $1.00 starting in 2027 to $5.50 and each year thereafter until 2030 HR 3477 Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act Ensures airlines have operational resiliency plans in place to help prevent or limit mass flight disruptions for the traveling public. HR 9327 Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act Directs the Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, shall include in each report titled Petroleum Supply Monthly of the Energy Information Administration, each report titled Weekly Petroleum Status Report of the Energy Information Administration, and any other relevant report of the Energy Information Administration, as determined by the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, data on sustainable aviation fuel. * Seismic runway project, no specific legislation. * Use of facial recognition technology at airports, no specific legislation. * Processing of asylees and refugees at airports, no specific legislation.
Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act
Client: PORT OF PORTLAND · Firm: PORT OF PORTLAND
HR 2591 Mental Health in Aviation Act Would modernize the FAAs mental health policies to help ensure greater safety for the traveling public. HR 3423 Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act (FROST Act) Expands AIP eligibility to include storage facilities for de-icing equipment and fluids. HR 3746 Rebuilding Americas Airport Infrastructure Act Increases the PFC to $8.50 by 2030. It would incrementally increase annually by $1.00 starting in 2027 to $5.50 and each year thereafter until 2030 HR 3477 Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act Ensures airlines have operational resiliency plans in place to help prevent or limit mass flight disruptions for the traveling public. HR 9327 Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act Directs the Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, shall include in each report titled Petroleum Supply Monthly of the Energy Information Administration, each report titled Weekly Petroleum Status Report of the Energy Information Administration, and any other relevant report of the Energy Information Administration, as determined by the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, data on sustainable aviation fuel. * Seismic runway project, no specific legislation. * Use of facial recognition technology at airports, no specific legislation. * Processing of asylees and refugees at airports, no specific legislation.
Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act
Client: PORT OF PORTLAND · Firm: PORT OF PORTLAND
Explored options to find solution to SMS FAA system Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025 (S 1045) * bill provides continuing appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) if an appropriations bill for the FAA has not been enacted before a fiscal year begins, or a joint resolution making continuing appropriations for the FAA is not in effect. * bill provides appropriations from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund at the rate of operations that was provided for the prior fiscal year to continue programs, projects, and activities for which funds were provided in the preceding fiscal year FASTER ACT * would eliminate the diversion of September 11th Security Fees away from the TSA and provide TSA access to fee revenue to pay Transportation Security Officers in the event of a government shutdown Dont Miss Your Flight Act (HR 3754/S 1966) provide grants for airport connection infrastructure Projects would have to connect to an airport, or make improvement on land that is on or within 5 miles of a public airport and reduce congestion, or expand capacity, provide access to under connected areas or rehabilitate roadway, rail or transit. HR 2591 Mental Health in Aviation Act Would modernize the FAAs mental health policies to help ensure greater safety for the traveling public. HR 3423 Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act (FROST Act) Expands AIP eligibility to include storage facilities for de-icing equipment and fluids. HR 3746 Rebuilding Americas Airport Infrastructure Act Increases the PFC to $8.50 by 2030. It would incrementally increase annually by $1.00 starting in 2027 to $5.50 and each year thereafter until 2030 HR 3477 Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act Ensures airlines have operational resiliency plans in place to help prevent or limit mass flight disruptions for the traveling public. HR 9327 Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act Directs the Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, shall include in each report titled Petroleum Supply Monthly of the Energy Information Administration, each report titled Weekly Petroleum Status Report of the Energy Information Administration, and any other relevant report of the Energy Information Administration, as determined by the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, data on sustainable aviation fuel. * Seismic runway project, no specific legislation. * Use of facial recognition technology at airports, no specific legislation. * Processing of asylees and refugees at airports, no specific legislation.
Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act
Client: PORT OF PORTLAND · Firm: PORT OF PORTLAND
HR 2591 Mental Health in Aviation Act Would modernize the FAAs mental health policies to help ensure greater safety for the traveling public. HR 3423 Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act (FROST Act) Expands AIP eligibility to include storage facilities for de-icing equipment and fluids. HR 3746 Rebuilding Americas Airport Infrastructure Act Increases the PFC to $8.50 by 2030. It would incrementally increase annually by $1.00 starting in 2027 to $5.50 and each year thereafter until 2030 HR 3477 Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act Ensures airlines have operational resiliency plans in place to help prevent or limit mass flight disruptions for the traveling public. HR 9327 Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act Directs the Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, shall include in each report titled Petroleum Supply Monthly of the Energy Information Administration, each report titled Weekly Petroleum Status Report of the Energy Information Administration, and any other relevant report of the Energy Information Administration, as determined by the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, data on sustainable aviation fuel. * Seismic runway project, no specific legislation. * Use of facial recognition technology at airports, no specific legislation. * Processing of asylees and refugees at airports, no specific legislation.
Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act
Client: PORT OF PORTLAND · Firm: PORT OF PORTLAND
Explored options to find solution to SMS FAA system Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025 (S 1045) * bill provides continuing appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) if an appropriations bill for the FAA has not been enacted before a fiscal year begins, or a joint resolution making continuing appropriations for the FAA is not in effect. * bill provides appropriations from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund at the rate of operations that was provided for the prior fiscal year to continue programs, projects, and activities for which funds were provided in the preceding fiscal year FASTER ACT * would eliminate the diversion of September 11th Security Fees away from the TSA and provide TSA access to fee revenue to pay Transportation Security Officers in the event of a government shutdown Dont Miss Your Flight Act (HR 3754/S 1966) provide grants for airport connection infrastructure Projects would have to connect to an airport, or make improvement on land that is on or within 5 miles of a public airport and reduce congestion, or expand capacity, provide access to under connected areas or rehabilitate roadway, rail or transit. HR 2591 Mental Health in Aviation Act Would modernize the FAAs mental health policies to help ensure greater safety for the traveling public. HR 3423 Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act (FROST Act) Expands AIP eligibility to include storage facilities for de-icing equipment and fluids. HR 3746 Rebuilding Americas Airport Infrastructure Act Increases the PFC to $8.50 by 2030. It would incrementally increase annually by $1.00 starting in 2027 to $5.50 and each year thereafter until 2030 HR 3477 Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act Ensures airlines have operational resiliency plans in place to help prevent or limit mass flight disruptions for the traveling public. HR 9327 Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act Directs the Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, shall include in each report titled Petroleum Supply Monthly of the Energy Information Administration, each report titled Weekly Petroleum Status Report of the Energy Information Administration, and any other relevant report of the Energy Information Administration, as determined by the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, data on sustainable aviation fuel. * Seismic runway project, no specific legislation. * Use of facial recognition technology at airports, no specific legislation. * Processing of asylees and refugees at airports, no specific legislation.
Rebuilding America’s Airport Infrastructure Act
Client: PORT OF PORTLAND · Firm: PORT OF PORTLAND
Explored options to find solution to SMS FAA system Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025 (S 1045) * bill provides continuing appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) if an appropriations bill for the FAA has not been enacted before a fiscal year begins, or a joint resolution making continuing appropriations for the FAA is not in effect. * bill provides appropriations from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund at the rate of operations that was provided for the prior fiscal year to continue programs, projects, and activities for which funds were provided in the preceding fiscal year FASTER ACT * would eliminate the diversion of September 11th Security Fees away from the TSA and provide TSA access to fee revenue to pay Transportation Security Officers in the event of a government shutdown Dont Miss Your Flight Act (HR 3754/S 1966) provide grants for airport connection infrastructure Projects would have to connect to an airport, or make improvement on land that is on or within 5 miles of a public airport and reduce congestion, or expand capacity, provide access to under connected areas or rehabilitate roadway, rail or transit. HR 2591 Mental Health in Aviation Act Would modernize the FAAs mental health policies to help ensure greater safety for the traveling public. HR 3423 Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act (FROST Act) Expands AIP eligibility to include storage facilities for de-icing equipment and fluids. HR 3746 Rebuilding Americas Airport Infrastructure Act Increases the PFC to $8.50 by 2030. It would incrementally increase annually by $1.00 starting in 2027 to $5.50 and each year thereafter until 2030 HR 3477 Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act Ensures airlines have operational resiliency plans in place to help prevent or limit mass flight disruptions for the traveling public. HR 9327 Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act Directs the Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, shall include in each report titled Petroleum Supply Monthly of the Energy Information Administration, each report titled Weekly Petroleum Status Report of the Energy Information Administration, and any other relevant report of the Energy Information Administration, as determined by the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, data on sustainable aviation fuel. * Seismic runway project, no specific legislation. * Use of facial recognition technology at airports, no specific legislation. * Processing of asylees and refugees at airports, no specific legislation.
Rebuilding America’s Airport Infrastructure Act
Client: PORT OF PORTLAND · Firm: PORT OF PORTLAND
HR 2591 Mental Health in Aviation Act Would modernize the FAAs mental health policies to help ensure greater safety for the traveling public. HR 3423 Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act (FROST Act) Expands AIP eligibility to include storage facilities for de-icing equipment and fluids. HR 3746 Rebuilding Americas Airport Infrastructure Act Increases the PFC to $8.50 by 2030. It would incrementally increase annually by $1.00 starting in 2027 to $5.50 and each year thereafter until 2030 HR 3477 Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act Ensures airlines have operational resiliency plans in place to help prevent or limit mass flight disruptions for the traveling public. HR 9327 Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act Directs the Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, shall include in each report titled Petroleum Supply Monthly of the Energy Information Administration, each report titled Weekly Petroleum Status Report of the Energy Information Administration, and any other relevant report of the Energy Information Administration, as determined by the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, data on sustainable aviation fuel. * Seismic runway project, no specific legislation. * Use of facial recognition technology at airports, no specific legislation. * Processing of asylees and refugees at airports, no specific legislation.
Explored options to find solution to SMS FAA system Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025 (S 1045) * bill provides continuing appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) if an appropriations bill for the FAA has not been enacted before a fiscal year begins, or a joint resolution making continuing appropriations for the FAA is not in effect. * bill provides appropriations from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund at the rate of operations that was provided for the prior fiscal year to continue programs, projects, and activities for which funds were provided in the preceding fiscal year FASTER ACT * would eliminate the diversion of September 11th Security Fees away from the TSA and provide TSA access to fee revenue to pay Transportation Security Officers in the event of a government shutdown Dont Miss Your Flight Act (HR 3754/S 1966) provide grants for airport connection infrastructure Projects would have to connect to an airport, or make improvement on land that is on or within 5 miles of a public airport and reduce congestion, or expand capacity, provide access to under connected areas or rehabilitate roadway, rail or transit. HR 2591 Mental Health in Aviation Act Would modernize the FAAs mental health policies to help ensure greater safety for the traveling public. HR 3423 Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act (FROST Act) Expands AIP eligibility to include storage facilities for de-icing equipment and fluids. HR 3746 Rebuilding Americas Airport Infrastructure Act Increases the PFC to $8.50 by 2030. It would incrementally increase annually by $1.00 starting in 2027 to $5.50 and each year thereafter until 2030 HR 3477 Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act Ensures airlines have operational resiliency plans in place to help prevent or limit mass flight disruptions for the traveling public. HR 9327 Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act Directs the Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, shall include in each report titled Petroleum Supply Monthly of the Energy Information Administration, each report titled Weekly Petroleum Status Report of the Energy Information Administration, and any other relevant report of the Energy Information Administration, as determined by the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, data on sustainable aviation fuel. * Seismic runway project, no specific legislation. * Use of facial recognition technology at airports, no specific legislation. * Processing of asylees and refugees at airports, no specific legislation.
PERMIT Act (HR 3898) Addresses Clean Water Act (CWA) Limits the scope of the CWA by redefining navigable waters to exclude o(1) waste treatment systems o(2) ephemeral features that flow only in direct response to precipitation o(3) prior converted cropland o(4) groundwater o(5) any other features determined to be excluded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Passed House by vote of 221-205, the House gave final approval to this bill, which deals with Clean Water Act permitting reforms.
SHIPS for America Act (S 1541) Highlights of SHIPS Act: would establish a Maritime Security Trust Fund, financed by redirecting tariff revenues, special tonnage taxes, and new Shipbuilding fees collected to support maritime programs outside the annual appropriations process Creating a Maritime Security Advisor and Board within the Executive Office of the President to coordinate federal maritime policy Updating cargo preference laws, requiring more U.S. government cargo to move on U.S.-flagged vessels (raising the requirement from 50% to 100%) * Funding shipbuilding and maritime infrastructure, including up to $250 million annually for shipyard investments and a new shipbuilding innovation program Streamlining environmental reviews for port and shipyard infrastructure projects Expanding the Capital Construction Fund (CCF) program to allow marine terminal operators to replace cargo handling equipment - excluding Chinese-made cranes and gear Launching workforce initiatives to support mariner recruitment, retention, and training, with specific benefits for State Maritime Academies and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Offering tax incentives to support shipbuilding and investments in maritime infrastructure, including investment tax credits for U.S. shipyards and vessels Concerns of SHIPS Act: No dedicated funding for port infrastructure (PIDP) Concerns about U.S.-flagged cargo preference and prioritization expansion potentially increasing shipping costs and delays for port users Updated tonnage taxes and fees, which could increase costs for ports New trust fund structure requires future legislation to direct spending, leaving uncertainty for port priorities Brownfields Reauthorization Act of 2025 * bill extends through FY2030 and modifies the Brownfields Program under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA) * bill expands eligibility for Brownfields Program resources to tax-exempt organizations defined under section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code * increases to $1 million the maximum grant amount that the EPA may provide for brownfield remediation per site * removes the 5% cap that a grant recipient may use for administrative costs * reduces the cost-sharing requirement for grant recipients from 20% to 10% * requires the EPA to waive cost-sharing requirements for grant recipients located in small communities or disadvantaged areas * authorizes the use of grants by a state or Indian tribe for the implementation of a response program * modifies the criteria used to rank grant applications by requiring the consideration of whether the applicant has a plan to engage a diverse set of local groups and organizations that represent the views of the local community directly affected by the proposed brownfield project * requires the EPA to report on and update application ranking criteria and the approval process Port Cranes Tax Credit Act of 2025 (HR 4589) * Amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish tax credits to incentivize the domestic production of port cranes, and for other purposes * Establishes a 25% investment tax credit for qualified U.S. facilities that manufacture or repair ship-to-shore (STS) and mobile harbor port cranes * Establishes ala production credit of 40%, rising to 60% if at least 90% of crane components are American made CBP Securing Ports and Americas Commerce and Economy (SPACE) Act * Provides CBP and its facilities with the resources it needs by setting up a sustainable funding mechanism via existing user fees it already collects * Establishes greater transparency and oversight of what CBP charges local partners Secure Our Ports Act (HR 252) Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. Passed on Suspension Calendar 6/9/2025 HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 252 Secure Our Ports Act Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. Emphasized importance and carry through of provisions in H.R. 8812 Water Resources Development Act reauthorization of 2024: 100% reimbursement of capital asset acquisition required to perform dredging operations on the federal navigation channel on the Columbia River (Sec.333); definition clarification to ensure aquatic confined placement structures are deemed in the national interest and built at full Federal expense rather than cost-shared (Sec.131); and clarification that pile dike maintenance are existing projects and not new construction (Sec.144). Implementation of draft Dredge Material Management Plan (DMMP)and environmental impact studies, no specific legislation.
Continuing Appropriations, Agriculture, Legislative Branch, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Extensions Act, 2026
Client: PORT OF PORTLAND · Firm: PORT OF PORTLAND
Congressional directed spending request FY26 funding for Terminal 2 Mass Timber Housing Innovation Campus (MTHIC) community project through THUD EDI. Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act of 2026 (HR 5371) Reopens the government and provide funding to keep it operating until January 30, 2026. The vote was 60 to 40. Key Components of the Senate-Approved Measure Continuing Resolution: The stopgap measure would reopen the government and provide funding to keep it operating until January 30, 2026. Minibus Appropriations: The short-term continuing resolution is paired with a package of three bipartisan spending bills that provide full fiscal year funding for: 1) the Department of Agriculture and FDA; 2) the legislative branch; 3) the Department of Veterans Affairs and military construction projects. ACA Fix: Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) agreed to hold a separate vote no later than mid-December on extending expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies. However, the CR does not include a guaranteed one-year extension of the health care subsidies as Democrats demanded. Federal Employee Protections: The agreement calls for rehiring federal workers that had been subject to reductions in force (RIFs) during the shutdown and includes protections against future RIFs. Other Aviation-Related Items Essential Air Service: The measure provides funding for the Essential Air Service program through the duration of the CR. Late last month, DOT announced that it had secured funding to keep the program operating until November 18. Counter UAS: It extends the authorization for the counter-unmanned aerial systems program for the duration of the CR. Reimbursement of Screening Services. The stop-gap measure also extends the authorization for TSAs reimbursable screening services for the duration of the CR. Fiscal Year 2026 Appropriations Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) - $750 million Better Utilizing Investment to Leverage Development (BUILD -formerly RAISE) - $800 million
Explored options to find solution to SMS FAA system Aviation Funding Solvency Act (HR 6086) with respect to the Federal Aviation Administration, an appropriation measure for a fiscal year is not enacted before the beginning of such fiscal year or a law making continuing appropriations is not in effect, covered amounts in the Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund shall be available to the Administrator for continuing programs, projects, or activities Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025 (S 1045) (HR 5451) (HR 5455) bill provides continuing appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) if : an appropriations bill for the FAA has not been enacted before a fiscal year begins, or a joint resolution making continuing appropriations for the FAA is not in effect. bill provides appropriations from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund at the rate of operations that was provided for the prior fiscal year to continue programs, projects, and activities for which funds were provided in the preceding fiscal year
Explored options to find solution to SMS FAA system Aviation Funding Solvency Act (HR 6086) with respect to the Federal Aviation Administration, an appropriation measure for a fiscal year is not enacted before the beginning of such fiscal year or a law making continuing appropriations is not in effect, covered amounts in the Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund shall be available to the Administrator for continuing programs, projects, or activities Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025 (S 1045) (HR 5451) (HR 5455) bill provides continuing appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) if : an appropriations bill for the FAA has not been enacted before a fiscal year begins, or a joint resolution making continuing appropriations for the FAA is not in effect. bill provides appropriations from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund at the rate of operations that was provided for the prior fiscal year to continue programs, projects, and activities for which funds were provided in the preceding fiscal year
Explored options to find solution to SMS FAA system Aviation Funding Solvency Act (HR 6086) with respect to the Federal Aviation Administration, an appropriation measure for a fiscal year is not enacted before the beginning of such fiscal year or a law making continuing appropriations is not in effect, covered amounts in the Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund shall be available to the Administrator for continuing programs, projects, or activities Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025 (S 1045) (HR 5451) (HR 5455) bill provides continuing appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) if : an appropriations bill for the FAA has not been enacted before a fiscal year begins, or a joint resolution making continuing appropriations for the FAA is not in effect. bill provides appropriations from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund at the rate of operations that was provided for the prior fiscal year to continue programs, projects, and activities for which funds were provided in the preceding fiscal year
Explored options to find solution to SMS FAA system Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025 (S 1045) * bill provides continuing appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) if an appropriations bill for the FAA has not been enacted before a fiscal year begins, or a joint resolution making continuing appropriations for the FAA is not in effect. * bill provides appropriations from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund at the rate of operations that was provided for the prior fiscal year to continue programs, projects, and activities for which funds were provided in the preceding fiscal year FASTER ACT * would eliminate the diversion of September 11th Security Fees away from the TSA and provide TSA access to fee revenue to pay Transportation Security Officers in the event of a government shutdown Dont Miss Your Flight Act (HR 3754/S 1966) provide grants for airport connection infrastructure Projects would have to connect to an airport, or make improvement on land that is on or within 5 miles of a public airport and reduce congestion, or expand capacity, provide access to under connected areas or rehabilitate roadway, rail or transit. HR 2591 Mental Health in Aviation Act Would modernize the FAAs mental health policies to help ensure greater safety for the traveling public. HR 3423 Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act (FROST Act) Expands AIP eligibility to include storage facilities for de-icing equipment and fluids. HR 3746 Rebuilding Americas Airport Infrastructure Act Increases the PFC to $8.50 by 2030. It would incrementally increase annually by $1.00 starting in 2027 to $5.50 and each year thereafter until 2030 HR 3477 Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act Ensures airlines have operational resiliency plans in place to help prevent or limit mass flight disruptions for the traveling public. HR 9327 Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act Directs the Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, shall include in each report titled Petroleum Supply Monthly of the Energy Information Administration, each report titled Weekly Petroleum Status Report of the Energy Information Administration, and any other relevant report of the Energy Information Administration, as determined by the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, data on sustainable aviation fuel. * Seismic runway project, no specific legislation. * Use of facial recognition technology at airports, no specific legislation. * Processing of asylees and refugees at airports, no specific legislation.
Explored options to find solution to SMS FAA system Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025 (S 1045) * bill provides continuing appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) if an appropriations bill for the FAA has not been enacted before a fiscal year begins, or a joint resolution making continuing appropriations for the FAA is not in effect. * bill provides appropriations from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund at the rate of operations that was provided for the prior fiscal year to continue programs, projects, and activities for which funds were provided in the preceding fiscal year FASTER ACT * would eliminate the diversion of September 11th Security Fees away from the TSA and provide TSA access to fee revenue to pay Transportation Security Officers in the event of a government shutdown Dont Miss Your Flight Act (HR 3754/S 1966) provide grants for airport connection infrastructure Projects would have to connect to an airport, or make improvement on land that is on or within 5 miles of a public airport and reduce congestion, or expand capacity, provide access to under connected areas or rehabilitate roadway, rail or transit. HR 2591 Mental Health in Aviation Act Would modernize the FAAs mental health policies to help ensure greater safety for the traveling public. HR 3423 Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act (FROST Act) Expands AIP eligibility to include storage facilities for de-icing equipment and fluids. HR 3746 Rebuilding Americas Airport Infrastructure Act Increases the PFC to $8.50 by 2030. It would incrementally increase annually by $1.00 starting in 2027 to $5.50 and each year thereafter until 2030 HR 3477 Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act Ensures airlines have operational resiliency plans in place to help prevent or limit mass flight disruptions for the traveling public. HR 9327 Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act Directs the Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, shall include in each report titled Petroleum Supply Monthly of the Energy Information Administration, each report titled Weekly Petroleum Status Report of the Energy Information Administration, and any other relevant report of the Energy Information Administration, as determined by the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, data on sustainable aviation fuel. * Seismic runway project, no specific legislation. * Use of facial recognition technology at airports, no specific legislation. * Processing of asylees and refugees at airports, no specific legislation.
Explored options to find solution to SMS FAA system Aviation Funding Solvency Act (HR 6086) with respect to the Federal Aviation Administration, an appropriation measure for a fiscal year is not enacted before the beginning of such fiscal year or a law making continuing appropriations is not in effect, covered amounts in the Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund shall be available to the Administrator for continuing programs, projects, or activities Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025 (S 1045) (HR 5451) (HR 5455) bill provides continuing appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) if : an appropriations bill for the FAA has not been enacted before a fiscal year begins, or a joint resolution making continuing appropriations for the FAA is not in effect. bill provides appropriations from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund at the rate of operations that was provided for the prior fiscal year to continue programs, projects, and activities for which funds were provided in the preceding fiscal year
SHIPS for America Act (S 1541) Highlights of SHIPS Act: would establish a Maritime Security Trust Fund, financed by redirecting tariff revenues, special tonnage taxes, and new Shipbuilding fees collected to support maritime programs outside the annual appropriations process Creating a Maritime Security Advisor and Board within the Executive Office of the President to coordinate federal maritime policy Updating cargo preference laws, requiring more U.S. government cargo to move on U.S.-flagged vessels (raising the requirement from 50% to 100%) * Funding shipbuilding and maritime infrastructure, including up to $250 million annually for shipyard investments and a new shipbuilding innovation program Streamlining environmental reviews for port and shipyard infrastructure projects Expanding the Capital Construction Fund (CCF) program to allow marine terminal operators to replace cargo handling equipment - excluding Chinese-made cranes and gear Launching workforce initiatives to support mariner recruitment, retention, and training, with specific benefits for State Maritime Academies and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Offering tax incentives to support shipbuilding and investments in maritime infrastructure, including investment tax credits for U.S. shipyards and vessels Concerns of SHIPS Act: No dedicated funding for port infrastructure (PIDP) Concerns about U.S.-flagged cargo preference and prioritization expansion potentially increasing shipping costs and delays for port users Updated tonnage taxes and fees, which could increase costs for ports New trust fund structure requires future legislation to direct spending, leaving uncertainty for port priorities Brownfields Reauthorization Act of 2025 * bill extends through FY2030 and modifies the Brownfields Program under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA) * bill expands eligibility for Brownfields Program resources to tax-exempt organizations defined under section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code * increases to $1 million the maximum grant amount that the EPA may provide for brownfield remediation per site * removes the 5% cap that a grant recipient may use for administrative costs * reduces the cost-sharing requirement for grant recipients from 20% to 10% * requires the EPA to waive cost-sharing requirements for grant recipients located in small communities or disadvantaged areas * authorizes the use of grants by a state or Indian tribe for the implementation of a response program * modifies the criteria used to rank grant applications by requiring the consideration of whether the applicant has a plan to engage a diverse set of local groups and organizations that represent the views of the local community directly affected by the proposed brownfield project * requires the EPA to report on and update application ranking criteria and the approval process Port Cranes Tax Credit Act of 2025 (HR 4589) * Amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish tax credits to incentivize the domestic production of port cranes, and for other purposes * Establishes a 25% investment tax credit for qualified U.S. facilities that manufacture or repair ship-to-shore (STS) and mobile harbor port cranes * Establishes ala production credit of 40%, rising to 60% if at least 90% of crane components are American made CBP Securing Ports and Americas Commerce and Economy (SPACE) Act * Provides CBP and its facilities with the resources it needs by setting up a sustainable funding mechanism via existing user fees it already collects * Establishes greater transparency and oversight of what CBP charges local partners Secure Our Ports Act (HR 252) Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. Passed on Suspension Calendar 6/9/2025 HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 252 Secure Our Ports Act Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. Emphasized importance and carry through of provisions in H.R. 8812 Water Resources Development Act reauthorization of 2024: 100% reimbursement of capital asset acquisition required to perform dredging operations on the federal navigation channel on the Columbia River (Sec.333); definition clarification to ensure aquatic confined placement structures are deemed in the national interest and built at full Federal expense rather than cost-shared (Sec.131); and clarification that pile dike maintenance are existing projects and not new construction (Sec.144). Implementation of draft Dredge Material Management Plan (DMMP)and environmental impact studies, no specific legislation.
Explored options to find solution to SMS FAA system Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025 (S 1045) * bill provides continuing appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) if an appropriations bill for the FAA has not been enacted before a fiscal year begins, or a joint resolution making continuing appropriations for the FAA is not in effect. * bill provides appropriations from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund at the rate of operations that was provided for the prior fiscal year to continue programs, projects, and activities for which funds were provided in the preceding fiscal year FASTER ACT * would eliminate the diversion of September 11th Security Fees away from the TSA and provide TSA access to fee revenue to pay Transportation Security Officers in the event of a government shutdown Dont Miss Your Flight Act (HR 3754/S 1966) provide grants for airport connection infrastructure Projects would have to connect to an airport, or make improvement on land that is on or within 5 miles of a public airport and reduce congestion, or expand capacity, provide access to under connected areas or rehabilitate roadway, rail or transit. HR 2591 Mental Health in Aviation Act Would modernize the FAAs mental health policies to help ensure greater safety for the traveling public. HR 3423 Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act (FROST Act) Expands AIP eligibility to include storage facilities for de-icing equipment and fluids. HR 3746 Rebuilding Americas Airport Infrastructure Act Increases the PFC to $8.50 by 2030. It would incrementally increase annually by $1.00 starting in 2027 to $5.50 and each year thereafter until 2030 HR 3477 Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act Ensures airlines have operational resiliency plans in place to help prevent or limit mass flight disruptions for the traveling public. HR 9327 Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act Directs the Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, shall include in each report titled Petroleum Supply Monthly of the Energy Information Administration, each report titled Weekly Petroleum Status Report of the Energy Information Administration, and any other relevant report of the Energy Information Administration, as determined by the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, data on sustainable aviation fuel. * Seismic runway project, no specific legislation. * Use of facial recognition technology at airports, no specific legislation. * Processing of asylees and refugees at airports, no specific legislation.
Emphasized importance and carry through of provisions in H.R. 8812 Water Resources Development Act reauthorization of 2024: 100% reimbursement of capital asset acquisition required to perform dredging operations on the federal navigation channel on the Columbia River (Sec.333); definition clarification to ensure aquatic confined placement structures are deemed in the national interest and built at full Federal expense rather than cost-shared (Sec.131); and clarification that pile dike maintenance are existing projects and not new construction (Sec.144). Implementation of draft Dredge Material Management Plan (DMMP)and environmental impact studies, no specific legislation.
HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 252 Secure Our Ports Act Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. Emphasized importance and carry through of provisions in H.R. 8812 Water Resources Development Act reauthorization of 2024: 100% reimbursement of capital asset acquisition required to perform dredging operations on the federal navigation channel on the Columbia River (Sec.333); definition clarification to ensure aquatic confined placement structures are deemed in the national interest and built at full Federal expense rather than cost-shared (Sec.131); and clarification that pile dike maintenance are existing projects and not new construction (Sec.144). Implementation of draft Dredge Material Management Plan (DMMP)and environmental impact studies, no specific legislation.
SHIPS for America Act (S 1541) Highlights of SHIPS Act: would establish a Maritime Security Trust Fund, financed by redirecting tariff revenues, special tonnage taxes, and new Shipbuilding fees collected to support maritime programs outside the annual appropriations process Creating a Maritime Security Advisor and Board within the Executive Office of the President to coordinate federal maritime policy Updating cargo preference laws, requiring more U.S. government cargo to move on U.S.-flagged vessels (raising the requirement from 50% to 100%) * Funding shipbuilding and maritime infrastructure, including up to $250 million annually for shipyard investments and a new shipbuilding innovation program Streamlining environmental reviews for port and shipyard infrastructure projects Expanding the Capital Construction Fund (CCF) program to allow marine terminal operators to replace cargo handling equipment - excluding Chinese-made cranes and gear Launching workforce initiatives to support mariner recruitment, retention, and training, with specific benefits for State Maritime Academies and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Offering tax incentives to support shipbuilding and investments in maritime infrastructure, including investment tax credits for U.S. shipyards and vessels Concerns of SHIPS Act: No dedicated funding for port infrastructure (PIDP) Concerns about U.S.-flagged cargo preference and prioritization expansion potentially increasing shipping costs and delays for port users Updated tonnage taxes and fees, which could increase costs for ports New trust fund structure requires future legislation to direct spending, leaving uncertainty for port priorities Brownfields Reauthorization Act of 2025 * bill extends through FY2030 and modifies the Brownfields Program under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA) * bill expands eligibility for Brownfields Program resources to tax-exempt organizations defined under section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code * increases to $1 million the maximum grant amount that the EPA may provide for brownfield remediation per site * removes the 5% cap that a grant recipient may use for administrative costs * reduces the cost-sharing requirement for grant recipients from 20% to 10% * requires the EPA to waive cost-sharing requirements for grant recipients located in small communities or disadvantaged areas * authorizes the use of grants by a state or Indian tribe for the implementation of a response program * modifies the criteria used to rank grant applications by requiring the consideration of whether the applicant has a plan to engage a diverse set of local groups and organizations that represent the views of the local community directly affected by the proposed brownfield project * requires the EPA to report on and update application ranking criteria and the approval process Port Cranes Tax Credit Act of 2025 (HR 4589) * Amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish tax credits to incentivize the domestic production of port cranes, and for other purposes * Establishes a 25% investment tax credit for qualified U.S. facilities that manufacture or repair ship-to-shore (STS) and mobile harbor port cranes * Establishes ala production credit of 40%, rising to 60% if at least 90% of crane components are American made CBP Securing Ports and Americas Commerce and Economy (SPACE) Act * Provides CBP and its facilities with the resources it needs by setting up a sustainable funding mechanism via existing user fees it already collects * Establishes greater transparency and oversight of what CBP charges local partners Secure Our Ports Act (HR 252) Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. Passed on Suspension Calendar 6/9/2025 HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 252 Secure Our Ports Act Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. Emphasized importance and carry through of provisions in H.R. 8812 Water Resources Development Act reauthorization of 2024: 100% reimbursement of capital asset acquisition required to perform dredging operations on the federal navigation channel on the Columbia River (Sec.333); definition clarification to ensure aquatic confined placement structures are deemed in the national interest and built at full Federal expense rather than cost-shared (Sec.131); and clarification that pile dike maintenance are existing projects and not new construction (Sec.144). Implementation of draft Dredge Material Management Plan (DMMP)and environmental impact studies, no specific legislation.
HR 2591 Mental Health in Aviation Act Would modernize the FAAs mental health policies to help ensure greater safety for the traveling public. HR 3423 Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act (FROST Act) Expands AIP eligibility to include storage facilities for de-icing equipment and fluids. HR 3746 Rebuilding Americas Airport Infrastructure Act Increases the PFC to $8.50 by 2030. It would incrementally increase annually by $1.00 starting in 2027 to $5.50 and each year thereafter until 2030 HR 3477 Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act Ensures airlines have operational resiliency plans in place to help prevent or limit mass flight disruptions for the traveling public. HR 9327 Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act Directs the Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, shall include in each report titled Petroleum Supply Monthly of the Energy Information Administration, each report titled Weekly Petroleum Status Report of the Energy Information Administration, and any other relevant report of the Energy Information Administration, as determined by the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, data on sustainable aviation fuel. * Seismic runway project, no specific legislation. * Use of facial recognition technology at airports, no specific legislation. * Processing of asylees and refugees at airports, no specific legislation.
WATER RESROUCES DEVELOPMENT ACT 2026 (anticipated) Worked with delegation to educate the importance of strengthening language in WRDA26 directing the Corps wave the non-federal sponsor portion of confined aquatics. The Dredged Material Management Plan (DMMP) refers to the plan between the USACE (Corps) and the non-federal sponsors to ensure that the Lower Columbia River (LCR) Federal Navigation Channel (FNC) is maintained and operational for another 20 years. The LCR is a dynamic system that poses an annual challenge for the Corps to maintain the deep-draft FNC to the authorized depth of 43 feet and width of 600 feet. Sediment at the bottom of the LCR accumulates into mounds that can interfere with passing ships. It is important to have sufficient water depth for deep-draft vessels to safely transit. The economic importance of the Columbia River shipping channel reaches beyond the PNW to Midwest as far East as North and South Dakota where farmers ship various crops from Columbia River ports to Asia and other markets around the world. The Columbia River is the #1 US export gateway for wheat, #1 on the West coast for forest products and mineral bulk; #2 in the nation for soybeans and corn; 3rd largest grain export gateway in the world; and a leader in both auto imports and exports. Confined aquatics are required as part of the DMMP as there is no available upland site for displaced material. "Confined aquatics" most commonly refers to confined aquatic disposal (CAD) cells, which are underwater containment areas for dredged sediments. Cost to the non-federal sponsors is $170M split between Oregon and Washington ($85M for each state). $97M of the $170M is for confined aquatics. WRDA24 language allows for the Corps to absorb those costs but does not mandate. Without a mandate, the costs are unmanageable for the sponsor ports. * Advocated for upcoming surface transportation bill, including specific funding for 82nd and Airport Way project. * Support for airport infrastructure and modernization of marine terminals. * Support for WRDA provisions as it related to the dredging of the Columbia River * Support for funding the replacement for Dredge Oregon * Support for PIDP to be included in surface transportation
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
PORT OF PORTLAND via PORT OF PORTLAND
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Congressional directed spending request FY26 funding for Terminal 2 Mass Timber Housing Innovation Campus (MTHIC) community project through THUD EDI part of Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 7148) Appropriation was $3.2 million designated for T2 specifically for utility work/infrastructure at MTHIC.
PILOT AND AIRCRAFT PRIVACY ACT (PAPA) (S 2175/HR 4146) Seek support from congressional offices in opposing PAPA legislation. Legislation prohibits the ability of an airport sponsor to use ADS-B data for purposes of assessing or otherwise imposing a fee issues with legislation and impact on airports. e on any commercial or GA aircraft owner or operator. The Port does not currently use ADS-B data to collect landing fees at HIO, TTD, or Atlantic at PDX. At Port airports landing fees are through FBOs or directly from based aircraft operators (Nike, Columba, Ochoco) Prohibits officials from initiating an investigation of any person based exclusively on ADS-B data. Requires a public-use airport to disclose the following information prior to imposing a takeoff or landing fee on any GA aircraft: Efforts taken to reduce non-airside related expenses; Efforts taken to obtain revenues from sources other than GA aircraft; Total cost estimate of the airside safety projects that the airport sponsor plans to undertake, the amount or percentage of the fees imposed on GA aircraft that will be used to pay for such project, and an estimated timeline to collect such amount; and An assessment of the impact of any fees on the health and vitality of GA and on pilots, students, charities, and businesses that support or rely on GA in the area of the airport. Compliance would take resources most likely partially paid from landing fees causing more pressure of GA airport revenues. Requires revenue derived from takeoff or landing fees to only be used for airside safety projects. There is more safety critical airport infrastructure than just airside safety projects. Takeoff/landing fees are needed to fund safety-critical airport infrastructure projects. Congress has mandated that airport sponsors assess fees for operator use of runways and taxiways, as appropriate, to ensure the airport is self-sustaining. Takeoff/landing fees are a critical source of revenue for airports, especially for smaller airports with limited revenue-generating option available: Most GA airports have minimal opportunities to generate revenue from non-aeronautical sources. FBOs are often operated by the private sector. 82nd and AIRPORT WAY FUNDING Make delegation aware of our $25 million Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant Program application and welcome any additional funding through surface transportation legislation. Airport Way, averaging 58,000 vehicles a day, is among Oregons busiest roadways. The Ross Island Bridge, by comparison, serves 56,000 a day. Because Portland International Airport (PDX) sits at the end of a cul-de-sac, every person traveling to PDX must use this intersection, regardless of mode of transportation. The challenge of growing congestion at this intersection was identified in the 2010 Airport Futures Master Plan. As it stands, the signals cannot keep up with demand at peak times - of which there are at least five in a 24-hour period. The solution planned reduces competition for the signal by elevating only the eastbound three lanes of Airport Way and merging northbound left-turners with westbound traffic without a traffic signal. The total project cost is approximately $120 million. The Port BUILD grant application will be for $25 million. We will be seeking additional funding in the Surface Transportation Act and plan to cover the remainder with Port funding. PDX is nearly back to pre-pandemic travel volumes and nearly 10,000 people work there. Every person accessing the using this intersection is getting somewhere with urgency - so it is critical that we address the bottleneck as we continue to grow. SEISMICALLY RESILIENT RUNWAY Make delegation aware of importance to entire region (including SW Washington) and challenges given total cost and limitations in existing programs. The Port has invested nearly $1M in study and design. Significant federal and state financial support will be required to fund the construction - estimated between $400M and $500M, depending on schedule and closure scenarios. Although the Port has had some success in authorizing new federal dollars for the project by expanding eligibility of the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) to include investments mitigating seismic disasters, awards from this program would probably only be in the few tens of millions in any given year and the airport will have competing projects for these critical funds. Recommended is a minimum usable length of 7,500 feet to support emergency response and long‑term recovery after a major seismic event. The remaining portion of the 11,00ft runway would be rebuilt during recovery. A 4,500‑foot length runway could support emergency response shortly after a seismic event. FAA Met with FAA to better understand new process regarding rehab projects and consultation regarding NMFS.
* Advocated for upcoming surface transportation bill, including specific funding for 82nd and Airport Way project. * Support for airport infrastructure and modernization of marine terminals. * Support for WRDA provisions as it related to the dredging of the Columbia River * Support for funding the replacement for Dredge Oregon * Support for PIDP to be included in surface transportation WATER RESROUCES DEVELOPMENT ACT 2026 (anticipated) Worked with delegation to educate the importance of strengthening language in WRDA26 directing the Corps wave the non-federal sponsor portion of confined aquatics. The Dredged Material Management Plan (DMMP) refers to the plan between the USACE (Corps) and the non-federal sponsors to ensure that the Lower Columbia River (LCR) Federal Navigation Channel (FNC) is maintained and operational for another 20 years. The LCR is a dynamic system that poses an annual challenge for the Corps to maintain the deep-draft FNC to the authorized depth of 43 feet and width of 600 feet. Sediment at the bottom of the LCR accumulates into mounds that can interfere with passing ships. It is important to have sufficient water depth for deep-draft vessels to safely transit. The economic importance of the Columbia River shipping channel reaches beyond the PNW to Midwest as far East as North and South Dakota where farmers ship various crops from Columbia River ports to Asia and other markets around the world. The Columbia River is the #1 US export gateway for wheat, #1 on the West coast for forest products and mineral bulk; #2 in the nation for soybeans and corn; 3rd largest grain export gateway in the world; and a leader in both auto imports and exports. Confined aquatics are required as part of the DMMP as there is no available upland site for displaced material. "Confined aquatics" most commonly refers to confined aquatic disposal (CAD) cells, which are underwater containment areas for dredged sediments. Cost to the non-federal sponsors is $170M split between Oregon and Washington ($85M for each state). $97M of the $170M is for confined aquatics. WRDA24 language allows for the Corps to absorb those costs but does not mandate. Without a mandate, the costs are unmanageable for the sponsor ports.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
PORT OF PORTLAND via PORT OF PORTLAND
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Congressional directed spending request FY26 funding for Terminal 2 Mass Timber Housing Innovation Campus (MTHIC) community project through THUD EDI. Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act of 2026 (HR 5371) Reopens the government and provide funding to keep it operating until January 30, 2026. The vote was 60 to 40. Key Components of the Senate-Approved Measure Continuing Resolution: The stopgap measure would reopen the government and provide funding to keep it operating until January 30, 2026. Minibus Appropriations: The short-term continuing resolution is paired with a package of three bipartisan spending bills that provide full fiscal year funding for: 1) the Department of Agriculture and FDA; 2) the legislative branch; 3) the Department of Veterans Affairs and military construction projects. ACA Fix: Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) agreed to hold a separate vote no later than mid-December on extending expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies. However, the CR does not include a guaranteed one-year extension of the health care subsidies as Democrats demanded. Federal Employee Protections: The agreement calls for rehiring federal workers that had been subject to reductions in force (RIFs) during the shutdown and includes protections against future RIFs. Other Aviation-Related Items Essential Air Service: The measure provides funding for the Essential Air Service program through the duration of the CR. Late last month, DOT announced that it had secured funding to keep the program operating until November 18. Counter UAS: It extends the authorization for the counter-unmanned aerial systems program for the duration of the CR. Reimbursement of Screening Services. The stop-gap measure also extends the authorization for TSAs reimbursable screening services for the duration of the CR. Fiscal Year 2026 Appropriations Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) - $750 million Better Utilizing Investment to Leverage Development (BUILD -formerly RAISE) - $800 million
Explored options to find solution to SMS FAA system Aviation Funding Solvency Act (HR 6086) with respect to the Federal Aviation Administration, an appropriation measure for a fiscal year is not enacted before the beginning of such fiscal year or a law making continuing appropriations is not in effect, covered amounts in the Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund shall be available to the Administrator for continuing programs, projects, or activities Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025 (S 1045) (HR 5451) (HR 5455) bill provides continuing appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) if : an appropriations bill for the FAA has not been enacted before a fiscal year begins, or a joint resolution making continuing appropriations for the FAA is not in effect. bill provides appropriations from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund at the rate of operations that was provided for the prior fiscal year to continue programs, projects, and activities for which funds were provided in the preceding fiscal year
Monitor and evaluate impacts of global tariffs Reciprocal Tariff (IEEPA) * On April 5th a global minimum tariff of 10% will be applied to all countries. Such rates of duty shall apply with respect to goods entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption. Automobiles and Automobile Parts - On March 26th, 2025, a 25% global tariff on automobiles and automobile parts was announced. The tariff applies to imported passenger vehicles (sedans, SUVs, crossovers, minivans, cargo vans) and light trucks, as well as key automobile parts (engines, transmissions, powertrain parts, and electrical components), with processes to expand tariffs on additional parts if necessary. Steel & Aluminum - First announced on February 10th, a global tariff of 25% on imports of steel, aluminum, and derivative products went into effect on March 12th.
* Advocated for upcoming surface transportation bill, including specific funding for 82nd and Airport Way project. * Support for airport infrastructure and modernization of marine terminals. * Support for WRDA provisions as it related to the dredging of the Columbia River * Support for funding the replacement for Dredge Oregon
House National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) The bill authorizes appropriation levels, not dollars, for various defense and national security programs including the Maritime Administration (MARAD) and the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). The proposed MARAD program authorization includes the following amounts of funding: $550,000,000 - Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) but no grant funds may be spent on fully automated cargo handling equipment or remotely operated or monitored without human intervention or control if the Secretary believes it will result in a net loss of jobs at a port or port terminal. $15,000,000 - U.S. Marine Highway program. $105,000,000 - Small shipyards and maritime training programs. $75,000,000 - National Security Multi-Mission Vessel Program which includes vessel construction and expenses for construction of shoreside infrastructure to support those vessels. $15,000,000 shall be for the maritime environmental and technical assistance program which includes reducing air emissions, water emissions, or other ship discharges; increasing fuel economy or use of alternative fuels or energy (shore power); controlling aquatic invasive species; reducing incidental vessel generation of underwater noise; efficiency and safety of domestic maritime industries. $2,000,000 - Office of Environment and Compliance to assist with environmental review of grant and permit programs administered by MARAD.
PERMIT Act (HR 3898) Addresses Clean Water Act (CWA) Limits the scope of the CWA by redefining navigable waters to exclude o(1) waste treatment systems o(2) ephemeral features that flow only in direct response to precipitation o(3) prior converted cropland o(4) groundwater o(5) any other features determined to be excluded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Passed House by vote of 221-205, the House gave final approval to this bill, which deals with Clean Water Act permitting reforms.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
PORT OF PORTLAND via PORT OF PORTLAND
2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Congressional directed spending request FY26 funding for Terminal 2 Mass Timber Housing Innovation Campus (MTHIC) community project through THUD EDI. Continuing Resolution funding including: Airport Improvement Program (AIP) formula and discretionary FAA operations Fiscal Year 2026 Appropriations Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) - $750 million Better Utilizing Investment to Leverage Development (BUILD -formerly RAISE) - $800 million
Explored options to find solution to SMS FAA system Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025 (S 1045) * bill provides continuing appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) if an appropriations bill for the FAA has not been enacted before a fiscal year begins, or a joint resolution making continuing appropriations for the FAA is not in effect. * bill provides appropriations from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund at the rate of operations that was provided for the prior fiscal year to continue programs, projects, and activities for which funds were provided in the preceding fiscal year FASTER ACT * would eliminate the diversion of September 11th Security Fees away from the TSA and provide TSA access to fee revenue to pay Transportation Security Officers in the event of a government shutdown Dont Miss Your Flight Act (HR 3754/S 1966) provide grants for airport connection infrastructure Projects would have to connect to an airport, or make improvement on land that is on or within 5 miles of a public airport and reduce congestion, or expand capacity, provide access to under connected areas or rehabilitate roadway, rail or transit. HR 2591 Mental Health in Aviation Act Would modernize the FAAs mental health policies to help ensure greater safety for the traveling public. HR 3423 Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act (FROST Act) Expands AIP eligibility to include storage facilities for de-icing equipment and fluids. HR 3746 Rebuilding Americas Airport Infrastructure Act Increases the PFC to $8.50 by 2030. It would incrementally increase annually by $1.00 starting in 2027 to $5.50 and each year thereafter until 2030 HR 3477 Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act Ensures airlines have operational resiliency plans in place to help prevent or limit mass flight disruptions for the traveling public. HR 9327 Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act Directs the Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, shall include in each report titled Petroleum Supply Monthly of the Energy Information Administration, each report titled Weekly Petroleum Status Report of the Energy Information Administration, and any other relevant report of the Energy Information Administration, as determined by the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, data on sustainable aviation fuel. * Seismic runway project, no specific legislation. * Use of facial recognition technology at airports, no specific legislation. * Processing of asylees and refugees at airports, no specific legislation.
Monitor and proactive approach to Section 301 investigation. * Continued to monitor USTR modifications April 2025 to Section 301 including: * On April 17th, the USTR issued a proposed action for assessing fees to foreign vessels. These fees are broken into 5 categories: Annex I: Service Fee on Chinese Vessel Operators and Vessel Owners of China Annex II: Service Fee on Vessel Operators of Chinese-Built Vessels Annex III: Service Fee on Vessel Operators of Foreign-Built Vehicle Carriers Annex IV: Restrictions on the use of foreign vessels to export liquified natural gas Annex V: Tariffs on ship to shore cranes (STS) * Section 301 allows the U.S. government to take action against unfair foreign trade practices. * The USTR is currently investigating China's targeting of the maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors for dominance, proposing potential fees and restrictions on Chinese vessels and operators. * The United States Trade Representative (USTR) issued a Federal Register Notice to solicit comments on proposed actions to counter what USTR deems are Chinas unfair trade practices to dominate the maritime industry, including: * The proposal stems from a petition filed last year from five major labor unions asking USTR to investigate Chinas practices in the shipbuilding, maritime and logistics sectors. * The Biden administration found Chinas practices warranted taking trade action. The labor unions made several suggestions, including a fee imposed on Chinese-made ships that dock at U.S. ports to load or unload cargo, with the proceeds going to help fund shipbuilding in the United States. * A service fee on Chinese maritime transport operators at a rate of up to $1,000,000 per entrance of any vessel of that operator to a U.S. port. * A service fee on maritime transport operators with fleets comprised of Chinese-built vessels at a rate of up to $1,500,000 per vessel entrance to a U.S. port. * A service fee on maritime transport operators with orders in Chinese shipyards or vessels expected to be delivered by Chinese shipyards over the next 24 months, at a rate up to up to $1,000,000 per vessel entrance to a U.S. port.
Monitor and evaluate impacts of global tariffs Reciprocal Tariff (IEEPA) * On April 5th a global minimum tariff of 10% will be applied to all countries. Such rates of duty shall apply with respect to goods entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption. Automobiles and Automobile Parts - On March 26th, 2025, a 25% global tariff on automobiles and automobile parts was announced. The tariff applies to imported passenger vehicles (sedans, SUVs, crossovers, minivans, cargo vans) and light trucks, as well as key automobile parts (engines, transmissions, powertrain parts, and electrical components), with processes to expand tariffs on additional parts if necessary. Steel & Aluminum - First announced on February 10th, a global tariff of 25% on imports of steel, aluminum, and derivative products went into effect on March 12th.
* Advocated for upcoming surface transportation bill, including specific funding for 82nd and Airport Way project. * Support for airport infrastructure and modernization of marine terminals. * Support for WRDA provisions as it related to the dredging of the Columbia River * Support for funding the replacement for Dredge Oregon
SHIPS for America Act (S 1541) Highlights of SHIPS Act: would establish a Maritime Security Trust Fund, financed by redirecting tariff revenues, special tonnage taxes, and new Shipbuilding fees collected to support maritime programs outside the annual appropriations process Creating a Maritime Security Advisor and Board within the Executive Office of the President to coordinate federal maritime policy Updating cargo preference laws, requiring more U.S. government cargo to move on U.S.-flagged vessels (raising the requirement from 50% to 100%) * Funding shipbuilding and maritime infrastructure, including up to $250 million annually for shipyard investments and a new shipbuilding innovation program Streamlining environmental reviews for port and shipyard infrastructure projects Expanding the Capital Construction Fund (CCF) program to allow marine terminal operators to replace cargo handling equipment - excluding Chinese-made cranes and gear Launching workforce initiatives to support mariner recruitment, retention, and training, with specific benefits for State Maritime Academies and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Offering tax incentives to support shipbuilding and investments in maritime infrastructure, including investment tax credits for U.S. shipyards and vessels Concerns of SHIPS Act: No dedicated funding for port infrastructure (PIDP) Concerns about U.S.-flagged cargo preference and prioritization expansion potentially increasing shipping costs and delays for port users Updated tonnage taxes and fees, which could increase costs for ports New trust fund structure requires future legislation to direct spending, leaving uncertainty for port priorities Brownfields Reauthorization Act of 2025 * bill extends through FY2030 and modifies the Brownfields Program under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA) * bill expands eligibility for Brownfields Program resources to tax-exempt organizations defined under section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code * increases to $1 million the maximum grant amount that the EPA may provide for brownfield remediation per site * removes the 5% cap that a grant recipient may use for administrative costs * reduces the cost-sharing requirement for grant recipients from 20% to 10% * requires the EPA to waive cost-sharing requirements for grant recipients located in small communities or disadvantaged areas * authorizes the use of grants by a state or Indian tribe for the implementation of a response program * modifies the criteria used to rank grant applications by requiring the consideration of whether the applicant has a plan to engage a diverse set of local groups and organizations that represent the views of the local community directly affected by the proposed brownfield project * requires the EPA to report on and update application ranking criteria and the approval process Port Cranes Tax Credit Act of 2025 (HR 4589) * Amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish tax credits to incentivize the domestic production of port cranes, and for other purposes * Establishes a 25% investment tax credit for qualified U.S. facilities that manufacture or repair ship-to-shore (STS) and mobile harbor port cranes * Establishes ala production credit of 40%, rising to 60% if at least 90% of crane components are American made CBP Securing Ports and Americas Commerce and Economy (SPACE) Act * Provides CBP and its facilities with the resources it needs by setting up a sustainable funding mechanism via existing user fees it already collects * Establishes greater transparency and oversight of what CBP charges local partners Secure Our Ports Act (HR 252) Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. Passed on Suspension Calendar 6/9/2025 HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 252 Secure Our Ports Act Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. Emphasized importance and carry through of provisions in H.R. 8812 Water Resources Development Act reauthorization of 2024: 100% reimbursement of capital asset acquisition required to perform dredging operations on the federal navigation channel on the Columbia River (Sec.333); definition clarification to ensure aquatic confined placement structures are deemed in the national interest and built at full Federal expense rather than cost-shared (Sec.131); and clarification that pile dike maintenance are existing projects and not new construction (Sec.144). Implementation of draft Dredge Material Management Plan (DMMP)and environmental impact studies, no specific legislation.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
PORT OF PORTLAND via PORT OF PORTLAND
2025 · second_quarter · Q2
Monitored reconciliation bill for changes/impact on aviation and maritime operations. Request FY26 funding for Terminal 2 Mass Timber Housing Innovation Campus (MTHIC) community project through THUD EDI. Continuing Resolution funding including: Airport Improvement Program (AIP) formula and discretionary FAA operations Fiscal Year 2026 Approprations Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) - $750 million Better Utilizing Investment to Leverage Development (BUILD -formerly RAISE) - $800 million
HR 2591 Mental Health in Aviation Act Would modernize the FAAs mental health policies to help ensure greater safety for the traveling public. HR 3423 Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act (FROST Act) Expands AIP eligibility to include storage facilities for de-icing equipment and fluids. HR 3746 Rebuilding Americas Airport Infrastructure Act Increases the PFC to $8.50 by 2030. It would incrementally increase annually by $1.00 starting in 2027 to $5.50 and each year thereafter until 2030 HR 3477 Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act Ensures airlines have operational resiliency plans in place to help prevent or limit mass flight disruptions for the traveling public. HR 9327 Sustainable Aviation Fuel Information Act Directs the Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, shall include in each report titled Petroleum Supply Monthly of the Energy Information Administration, each report titled Weekly Petroleum Status Report of the Energy Information Administration, and any other relevant report of the Energy Information Administration, as determined by the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, data on sustainable aviation fuel. * Seismic runway project, no specific legislation. * Use of facial recognition technology at airports, no specific legislation. * Processing of asylees and refugees at airports, no specific legislation.
Monitor and proactive approach to Section 301 investigation. * Continued to monitor USTR modifications April 2025 to Section 301 including: * On April 17th, the USTR issued a proposed action for assessing fees to foreign vessels. These fees are broken into 5 categories: Annex I: Service Fee on Chinese Vessel Operators and Vessel Owners of China Annex II: Service Fee on Vessel Operators of Chinese-Built Vessels Annex III: Service Fee on Vessel Operators of Foreign-Built Vehicle Carriers Annex IV: Restrictions on the use of foreign vessels to export liquified natural gas Annex V: Tariffs on ship to shore cranes (STS) * Section 301 allows the U.S. government to take action against unfair foreign trade practices. * The USTR is currently investigating China's targeting of the maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors for dominance, proposing potential fees and restrictions on Chinese vessels and operators. * The United States Trade Representative (USTR) issued a Federal Register Notice to solicit comments on proposed actions to counter what USTR deems are Chinas unfair trade practices to dominate the maritime industry, including: * The proposal stems from a petition filed last year from five major labor unions asking USTR to investigate Chinas practices in the shipbuilding, maritime and logistics sectors. * The Biden administration found Chinas practices warranted taking trade action. The labor unions made several suggestions, including a fee imposed on Chinese-made ships that dock at U.S. ports to load or unload cargo, with the proceeds going to help fund shipbuilding in the United States. * A service fee on Chinese maritime transport operators at a rate of up to $1,000,000 per entrance of any vessel of that operator to a U.S. port. * A service fee on maritime transport operators with fleets comprised of Chinese-built vessels at a rate of up to $1,500,000 per vessel entrance to a U.S. port. * A service fee on maritime transport operators with orders in Chinese shipyards or vessels expected to be delivered by Chinese shipyards over the next 24 months, at a rate up to up to $1,000,000 per vessel entrance to a U.S. port.
Monitor and evaluate impacts of global tariffs Reciprocal Tariff (IEEPA) * On April 5th a global minimum tariff of 10% will be applied to all countries. Such rates of duty shall apply with respect to goods entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption. Automobiles and Automobile Parts - On March 26th, 2025, a 25% global tariff on automobiles and automobile parts was announced. The tariff applies to imported passenger vehicles (sedans, SUVs, crossovers, minivans, cargo vans) and light trucks, as well as key automobile parts (engines, transmissions, powertrain parts, and electrical components), with processes to expand tariffs on additional parts if necessary. Steel & Aluminum - First announced on February 10th, a global tariff of 25% on imports of steel, aluminum, and derivative products went into effect on March 12th.
* Advocated for upcoming surface transportation bill, including specific funding for 82nd and Airport Way project. * Support for airport infrastructure and modernization of marine terminals. * Support for WRDA provisions as it related to the dredging of the Columbia River * Support for funding the replacement for Dredge Oregon
HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 252 Secure Our Ports Act Impacts future Chinese investment in U.S. ports but would not impact existing investments already reviewed by the Federal Government. HR 2390 Maritime Supply Chain Security Act Permits Port Infrastructure Development Program funds to be used to replace software from Chinese firms in ship-to-shore cranes. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. HR 2035 American Cargo for American Ships Act Strengthens U.S. Cargo preference laws and reduce the ongoing decline of U.S. flagged ships. Bill would require that all cargoes procured, furnished, or financed by the U.S. Department of Transportation be transported on privately-owned commercial vessels of the United States. Emphasized importance and carry through of provisions in H.R. 8812 Water Resources Development Act reauthorization of 2024: 100% reimbursement of capital asset acquisition required to perform dredging operations on the federal navigation channel on the Columbia River (Sec.333); definition clarification to ensure aquatic confined placement structures are deemed in the national interest and built at full Federal expense rather than cost-shared (Sec.131); and clarification that pile dike maintenance are existing projects and not new construction (Sec.144). Implementation of draft Dredge Material Management Plan (DMMP)and environmental impact studies, no specific legislation.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
PORT OF PORTLAND via PORT OF PORTLAND
2025 · first_quarter · Q1
Request FY26 funding for Terminal 2 Mass Timber Housing Innovation Campus (MTHIC) community project through THUD EDI. Continuing Resolution funding including: Airport Improvement Program (AIP) formula and discretionary FAA operations Fiscal Year 2026 Approprations Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) - $750 million Better Utilizing Investment to Leverage Development (BUILD -formerly RAISE) - $800 million
* Seismic runway project, no specific legislation. * Use of facial recognition technology at airports, no specific legislation. * Processing of asylees and refugees at airports, no specific legislation.
PORT OF PORTLAND via PORT OF PORTLAND
2025 · first_quarter · RA
Issues related to infrastructure at airports and ports including modernization of facilities and funding for projects.
Issues related to infrastructure at airports and ports including modernization of facilities and funding for projects.
Issues related to infrastructure at airports and ports including modernization of facilities and funding for projects.
Monitor and proactive approach to Section 301 investigation. * Section 301 allows the U.S. government to take action against unfair foreign trade practices. * The USTR is currently investigating China's targeting of the maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors for dominance, proposing potential fees and restrictions on Chinese vessels and operators. * The United States Trade Representative (USTR) issued a Federal Register Notice to solicit comments on proposed actions to counter what USTR deems are Chinas unfair trade practices to dominate the maritime industry, including: * The proposal stems from a petition filed last year from five major labor unions asking USTR to investigate Chinas practices in the shipbuilding, maritime and logistics sectors. * The Biden administration found Chinas practices warranted taking trade action. The labor unions made several suggestions, including a fee imposed on Chinese-made ships that dock at U.S. ports to load or unload cargo, with the proceeds going to help fund shipbuilding in the United States. * A service fee on Chinese maritime transport operators at a rate of up to $1,000,000 per entrance of any vessel of that operator to a U.S. port. * A service fee on maritime transport operators with fleets comprised of Chinese-built vessels at a rate of up to $1,500,000 per vessel entrance to a U.S. port. * A service fee on maritime transport operators with orders in Chinese shipyards or vessels expected to be delivered by Chinese shipyards over the next 24 months, at a rate up to up to $1,000,000 per vessel entrance to a U.S. port.
Monitor and evaluate impacts of global tariffs Reciprocal Tariff (IEEPA) * On April 5th a global minimum tariff of 10% will be applied to all countries. Such rates of duty shall apply with respect to goods entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption. Automobiles and Automobile Parts - On March 26th, 2025, a 25% global tariff on automobiles and automobile parts was announced. The tariff applies to imported passenger vehicles (sedans, SUVs, crossovers, minivans, cargo vans) and light trucks, as well as key automobile parts (engines, transmissions, powertrain parts, and electrical components), with processes to expand tariffs on additional parts if necessary. Steel & Aluminum - First announced on February 10th, a global tariff of 25% on imports of steel, aluminum, and derivative products went into effect on March 12th.
* Support for airport infrastructure and modernization of marine terminals. * Support for WRDA provisions as it related to the dredging of the Columbia River * Support for funding the replacement for Dredge Oregon
Emphasized importance and carry through of provisions in H.R. 8812 Water Resources Development Act reauthorization of 2024: 100% reimbursement of capital asset acquisition required to perform dredging operations on the federal navigation channel on the Columbia River (Sec.333); definition clarification to ensure aquatic confined placement structures are deemed in the national interest and built at full Federal expense rather than cost-shared (Sec.131); and clarification that pile dike maintenance are existing projects and not new construction (Sec.144). Implementation of draft Dredge Material Management Plan (DMMP)and environmental impact studies, no specific legislation.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Issues related to infrastructure at airports and ports including modernization of facilities and funding for projects.
Issues related to infrastructure at airports and ports including modernization of facilities and funding for projects.
Issues related to infrastructure at airports and ports including modernization of facilities and funding for projects.