mr PAUL BEA jr

Generally, surface transportation authorization legislation as it affects freight and port related infrastructure legislation, including the PORT Act grant bill (Sen. Wicker) as contained in S.1407 Maritime Authorization and S.1790 NDAA, now Public Law 116-92. Developing infrastructure policy by the administration. Freight and port related grant programs, specifically INFRA, PID and BUILD. Implementation of the Port Infrastructure Development grant program as funded in the Consolidated Appropriations Act of FY19. Advancing planned port terminal improvements and a Port Improvement Development grant application.

US Army Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards the Port of Cleveland and the maintenance of Cleveland Harbor project in FY20, spending from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, and Corps posture with respect to placement of sediment in Lake Erie. Also the Corps feasibility study toward a Dredged Material Management Plan (DMMP). The proposal made by the American Association of Port Authorities for increasing use of the Harbor Maintenance Tax and Trust Fund resources. Funding for port infrastructure grants. Bills in this subject area are Rep. DeFazio HR2440 Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund Act. In support of funding the Port Infrastructure Development grant program in FY20 as now contained in PL-116-94.

Generally, monitoring Great Lakes maritime issues and advocating for full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund (HR$ 2440). Implementation of WRDA 2018 (S.2800 and HR8 now law) with respect to the duration of Dredged Material Management Plan development. Ensuring continued use of confined disposal facilities in lieu of open lake placement of sediments and uninterrupted operation of CDFs vis a vis adjoining property. Addressing concerns about Great Lakes pilotage rate setting by the US Coast Guard. Monitoring the drafting of a National Maritime Transportation Strategy and its potential relevance to the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway.

For purposes of FY 2020, Customs and Border Protection agency appropriations to increase CBP inspection hiring, Corps of Engineers navigation program funding, and the Port Infrastructure Development grant program.

Monitoring proposal to change Federal labor law such as S.702 PLUS Act of the 115th Congress (none in 116th Congress as yet) and any legislation pertaining to the Longshore and Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act, particularly hearing loss complaints. Legislation on the solvency of the PBGC and multiemployer pension plans. HR397, the Rehabilitation of Multiemployer Pensions Act and draft legislation released (not introduced) by Senators Alexander and Grassley.

Customs and Border Protection staffing levels at marine terminals.

The Multiemployer Pension Plan policy and related issues are being discussed in Congress to address insolvent plans. Marine terminal employees are covered by multiemployer plans and the companies are seeking to have plans in generally strong condition not effected by any policy change intended to address and help weak plans. HR 397 Rehabilitation for Multiemployer Pensions Act and draft multiemployer pension reform legislation as released by Senator Grassley and Alexander.

Freight transportation policy especially as regards the Marine Transportation System. The role of marine terminals in available discretionary grant programs and proposed infrastructure initiatives and related legislation, including the PORT Act as contained in S.1417 Maritime Authorization and S.1790 NDAA, now Public Law 116-92, and including provisions relating to port related automation.

Urging CBP and Congress to send more officers to maritime ports and provide more oversight of how CBP manages its resources and the reimbursable services program.

US Army Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards the Port of Cleveland and the maintenance of Cleveland Harbor project in FY20, spending from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, and Corps posture with respect to placement of sediment in Lake Erie. Also the Corps feasibility study toward a Dredged Material Management Plan (DMMP). The proposal made by the American Association of Port Authorities for increasing use of the Harbor Maintenance Tax and Trust Fund resources. Funding for port infrastructure grants. Bills in this subject area are Rep. DeFazio HR2440 Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund Act. In support of funding the Port Infrastructure Development grant program in FY20 as now contained in PL-116-94.

Generally, monitoring Great Lakes maritime issues and advocating for full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund (HR$ 2440). Implementation of WRDA 2018 (S.2800 and HR8 now law) with respect to the duration of Dredged Material Management Plan development. Ensuring continued use of confined disposal facilities in lieu of open lake placement of sediments and uninterrupted operation of CDFs vis a vis adjoining property. Addressing concerns about Great Lakes pilotage rate setting by the US Coast Guard. Monitoring the drafting of a National Maritime Transportation Strategy and its potential relevance to the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway.

Monitoring proposal to change Federal labor law such as S.702 PLUS Act of the 115th Congress (none in 116th Congress as yet) and any legislation pertaining to the Longshore and Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act, particularly hearing loss complaints. Legislation on the solvency of the PBGC and multiemployer pension plans. HR397, the Rehabilitation of Multiemployer Pensions Act and draft legislation released (not introduced) by Senators Alexander and Grassley.

FMC action on detention and demurrage practices and Fact Finding #28 investigation. Policy with respect to the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Port related automation in the context of port grants.

Customs and Border Protection staffing levels at marine terminals.

The Multiemployer Pension Plan policy and related issues are being discussed in Congress to address insolvent plans. Marine terminal employees are covered by multiemployer plans and the companies are seeking to have plans in generally strong condition not effected by any policy change intended to address and help weak plans. HR 397 Rehabilitation for Multiemployer Pensions Act and draft multiemployer pension reform legislation as released by Senator Grassley and Alexander.

Generally, monitoring Great Lakes maritime issues and advocating for full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Implementation of WRDA 2018 (S.2800 and HR8 now law) with respect to the duration of Dredged Material Management Plan development. Ensuring continued use of confined disposal facilities in lieu of open lake placement of sediments and uninterrupted operation of CDFs vis a vis adjoining property. Addressing concerns about Great Lakes pilotage rate setting by the US Coast Guard. Monitoring the drafting of a National Maritime Transportation Strategy and its potential relevance to the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway.

US Army Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards the Port of Cleveland and the maintenance of Cleveland Harbor project in FY20, spending from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, and Corps posture with respect to placement of sediment in Lake Erie. Also the Corps feasibility study toward a Dredged Material Management Plan (DMMP). The proposal made by the American Association of Port Authorities for increasing use of the Harbor Maintenance Tax and Trust Fund resources. Funding for port infrastructure grants. Bills in this subject area are Rep. DeFazio HR2440 Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund Act and efforts by Sen. Shelby on supplemental appropriations legislation. In support of funding the Port Infrastructure Development grant program in FY20 as contained in HR3055 and S.2520 appropriations bills.

Monitoring proposal to change Federal labor law such as S.702 PLUS Act of the 115th Congress (none in 116th Congress as yet) and any legislation pertaining to the Longshore and Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act, particularly hearing loss complaints. Concerns about the solvency of the PBGC and multiemployer pension plans that were the subject of the joint select committee on the solvency of multiemployer pension plans in 2018. HR397, the Rehabilitation of Multiemployer Pensions Act.

For purposes of FY 2020, Customs and Border Protection agency appropriations to increase CBP inspection hiring, Corps of Engineers navigation program funding, and the Port Infrastructure Development grant program.

Urging CBP and Congress to send more officers to maritime ports and provide more oversight of how CBP manages its resources and the reimbursable services program.

Policy issues with respect to the marine transportation system: full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund and FMC action detention and demurrage practices and Fact Finding #28 investigation; policy with respect to the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund; and the National Maritime Transportation Strategy; USDOT Maritime Transportation System National Advisory Committee and USDOC Advisory Committee on Supply Chain Competitiveness. Automation in port related operations and in the context of port infrastructure grants.

For purposes of the FY 2020, Customs and Border Protection agency appropriations to increase CBP inspection hiring, and Corps of Engineers navigation program funding, and the Port Infrastructure Development grant program.

Following Federal Maritime Commission and congressional attention to the issue of terminal and carrier practices with respect to detention and demurrage. FMC Fact Finding Investigation 28 is the specific action. Automation in port operations in the context of port infrastructure grants.

Port related infrastructure programs including the Port Infrastructure Development grant program. The subject of port related automation and port grants legislation.

US Army Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards the Port of Cleveland and the maintenance of Cleveland Harbor project in FY20, spending from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, and Corps posture with respect to placement of sediment in Lake Erie. Also the Corps feasibility study toward a Dredged Material Management Plan (DMMP). The proposal made by the American Association of Port Authorities for increasing use of the Harbor Maintenance Tax and Trust Fund resources. Bills in this subject area are Rep. DeFazio HR2440 Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund Act and efforts by Sen. Shelby on supplemental appropriations legislation. In support of funding the Port Infrastructure Development grant program in FY29 as contained in HR3055 appropriations bill.

Generally, monitoring Great Lakes maritime issues and advocating for full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Implementation of WRDA 2018 (S.2800 and HR8 now law) with respect to the duration of Dredged Material Management Plan development. Addressing concerns about Great Lakes pilotage rate setting by the US Coast Guard. Monitoring the drafting of a National Maritime Transportation Strategy and its potential relevance to the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway.

FMC action on detention and demurrage practices and Fact Finding #28 investigation. Policy with respect to the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Interacting with the USDOC Advisory Committee on Supply Chain Competitiveness. Monitoring the progress of the National Maritime Transportation Strategy document in the Administration.

Monitoring proposal to change Federal labor law such as S.702 PLUS Act of the 115th Congress (none in 116th Congress as yet) and any legislation pertaining to the Longshore and Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act, particularly hearing loss complaints. Concerns about the solvency of the PBGC and multiemployer pension plans that were the subject of the joint select committee on the solvency of multiemployer pension plans in 2018. The only related legislation addressed in 2019 as yet is HR397, the Rehabilitation of Multiemployer Pensions Act.

Urging CBP and Congress to send more officers to maritime ports and provide more oversight of how CBP manages its resources and the reimbursable services program.

Freight transportation policy especially as regards the Marine Transportation System. The role of marine terminals in available discretionary grant programs and proposed infrastructure initiatives and related legislation, including the PORT Act as contained in S.1417 Maritime Authorization and S.1790 NDAA.

Policy issues with respect to the marine transportation system: full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund and FMC action detention and demurrage practices and Fact Finding #28 investigation; policy with respect to the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund; and the National Maritime Transportation Strategy; and USDOC Advisory Committee on Supply Chain Competitiveness.

Customs and Border Protection staffing levels at marine terminals, the Reimbursable Services Program and the TWIC program. No specific legislation.

Following Federal Maritime Commission and congressional attention to the issue of terminal and carrier practices with respect to detention and demurrage. FMC Fact Finding Investigation 28 is the specific action. Encouraging hearing on marine highway development for the transport of freight on maritime transport.

Port related infrastructure programs including BUILD and INFRA.

FMC action on detention and demurrage practices and Fact Finding #28 investigation. Policy with respect to the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Interacting with the USDOC Advisory Committee on Supply Chain Competitiveness.

Monitoring port related surface transportation policy and in particular the PORT Act (Wicker) of the on port and intermodal development program.

Monitoring proposal to change Federal labor law including S.702 PLUS Act of the 115th Congress, and any legislation pertaining to the Longshore and Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act, particularly hearing loss complaints. Concerns about the solvency of the PBGC and multiemployer pension plans that were the subject of the joint select committee on the solvency of multiemployer pension plans.

Generally, surface transportation authorization legislation as it affects freight and port related infrastructure legislation, including S.3273 of the 115th Congress, also known as the PORT Act. Developing infrastructure policy by the administration. Freight and port related grant programs, specifically INFRA and BUILD.

US Army Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards the Port of Cleveland and the maintenance of Cleveland Harbor project in FY19, spending from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, and Corps posture with respect to placement of sediment in Lake Erie. Also the Corps feasibility study toward a Dredged Material Management Plan (DMMP). The proposal made by the American Association of Port Authorities for increasing use of the Harbor Maintenance Tax and Trust Fund resources. No legislation yet.

Policy issues with respect to the marine transportation system: full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund and FMC action detention and demurrage practices and Fact Finding #28 investigation; policy with respect to the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund; and the National Maritime Transportation Strategy; and USDOC Advisory Committee on Supply Chain Competitiveness.

Informing congressional offices of port related workforce issues including concerns about abuse involving the Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation Act and hearing loss complaints.

The Multiemployer Pension Plan policy and related issues are being discussed in Congress to resolve bankrupt plans. Marine terminal employees are covered by multiemployer plans and the companies are seeking to have plans in generally strong condition not effected by any policy change intended to address and help weak plans. One bill was introduced so far: HR 397 Rehabilitation for Multiemployer Pensions Act.

Customs and Border Protection staffing levels at marine terminals, the Reimbursable Services Program and the TWIC program. No specific legislation.

US Army Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards the Port of Cleveland and the maintenance of Cleveland Harbor project in FY19, spending from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, and Corps posture with respect to placement of sediment in Lake Erie. Also the Corps feasibility study toward a Dredged Material Management Plan (DMMP).

Generally, surface transportation authorization legislation as it affects freight and port related infrastructure legislation, including S.3273 the PORT Act. Developing infrastructure policy by the administration. Freight and port related grant programs, specifically INFRA (and a project proposal) and BUILD.

FMC action on detention and demurrage practices and Fact Finding #28 investigation. Policy with respect to the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Interacting with the USDOC Advisory Committee on Supply Chain Competitiveness.

Monitoring proposal to change Federal labor law including S.702 PLUS Act, and any legislation pertaining to the Longshore and Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act, particularly hearing loss complaints. Concerns about the solvency of the PBGC and multiemployer pension plans that were the subject of the joint select committee on the solvency of multiemployer pension plans.

Freight transportation policy especially as regards the Marine Transportation System. The role of marine terminals in available discretionary grant programs and proposed infrastructure initiatives and related legislation, including the Port Act (S.3273) and others that may develop.

Urging CBP and Congress to send more officers to maritime ports and provide more oversight of the reimbursable services program.

Policy issues with respect to the marine transportation system: full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, marine terminal operations as covered by Shipping Act amendments (HR2593 and S.1129) and FMC action detention and demurrage practices and Fact Finding #28 investigation; policy with respect to the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund; and the National Maritime Transportation Strategy; and USDOC Advisory Committee on Supply Chain Competitiveness.

informing congressional offices of port related workforce issues including concerns about the solvency of the PBGC and multiemployer pension plans.

Addressing the Federal budget and FY19 funding as regards navigation and spending from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund (HR5895) and Customs and Border Protection (S.3109).

Monitoring freight related legislation and committee work including infrastructure related policy, and specifically S.3273 the PORT Act.

Proposed revisions to the Shipping Act specifically with regard to carrier Alliances and FMC requirements (FMC Authorization Act S.1129 and HR2593)and FMC action on detention and demurrage practices and Fact Finding #28 investigation. The condition of the Federal navigation system and the infrastructure that makes up the marine transportation system: the Water Resources Development Act (HR8, S.2800) including policy with respect to the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Engaging executive branch personnel on potential administration initiatives in maritime related matters. Matters before the USDOT Marine Transportation System National Advisory Committee, including discussions on port performance statistics program and the National Maritime Transportation Strategy. Interacting with the USDOC Advisory Committee on Supply Chain Competitiveness.

Addressing the Federal budget and FY19 funding as regards navigation and spending from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund (HR5895), DOT funding (HR6072), specifically the freight infrastructure BUILD and INFRA programs, and port security grant programs and Customs and Border Protection inspection staffing (S.3109).

Generally, monitoring Great Lakes maritime issues and advocating for full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Implementation of WRDA 2016 (PL-114-322) including provisions with implications for dredged material management in Cleveland, such as s.1189 with respect to the Federal Standard. WRDA 2018 (S.2800 and HR8) with respect to the duration of Dredged Material Management Plan development. Addressing concerns about Great Lakes pilotage rate setting by the US Coast Guard. Monitoring the drafting of a National Maritime Transportation Strategy and its potential relevance to the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway. The Vessel Incidental Discharge Act legislation (S.168) as proposed to be in the Senate Coast Guard Authorization Bill (S.140) and specifically with respect to Great Lakes related provisions .

Generally, surface transportation authorization legislation as it affects freight and port related infrastructure legislation, including S.3273 the PORT Act. Developing infrastructure policy by the administration. Freight and port related grant programs, specifically INFRA (and a project proposal) and BUILD.

Policy issues with respect to the marine transportation system: full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, marine terminal operations as covered by Shipping Act amendments (HR2593 and S.1129) and FMC action detention and demurrage practices and Fact Finding #28 investigation; the Water Resources Development Act (HR8, S.2800) including policy with respect to the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund; matters before the USDOT Marine Transportation System National Advisory Committee, including discussions on port performance statistics program, the Marine Highway Program, and the National Maritime Transportation Strategy; and USDOC Advisory Committee on Supply Chain. Competitiveness.

Informing congressional offices of port related workforce issues including concerns about abuse involving the Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation Act and hearing loss complaints.

informing congressional offices of port related workforce issues including concerns about the Waterfront Commission of New York Harbor, and status on the local dockworker contract negotiations.

Addressing the Federal budget and FY19 funding as regards navigation and spending from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund (HR5895), DOT funding (HR6072), specifically the freight infrastructure BUILD and INFRA programs, and port security grant programs and Customs and Border Protection (S.3109).

Monitoring Congressional action on amendments to the Shipping Act and the FMC authorization (HR2593 and S.1129)and the FMC action on the detention and demurrage petition and Fact Finding #28 investigation. In support of the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act legislation (S.168) as proposed to be in the Senate Coast Guard Authorization Bill (S.140).

Monitoring port related surface transportation policy and in particular S.3273 on port and intermodal development program.

Federal navigation channel funding and the Corps of Engineers civil works program, including spending from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Inadequacy of congressional funding of the Customs and Border Protection inspection services.

The condition of the Federal navigation system and the infrastructure that makes up the marine transportation system. Proposed revisions to the Shipping Act specifically with regard to carrier Alliances and FMC requirements. Interacting with the USDOT/MARAD Marine Transportation System National Advisory Committee. Engaging DOT staff on the port performance freight statistics program and on the pending National Maritime Transportation Strategy document. Engaging executive branch personnel on potential administration initiatives in maritime related matters.

Generally, surface transportation authorization legislation as it affects freight and port related infrastructure. Developing infrastructure policy. Freight and port related grant programs, specifically INFRA (and a project proposal) and BUILD.

Monitoring Great Lakes maritime issues and advocating for full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Implementation of WRDA 2016 (PL-114-322) including provisions with implications for dredged material management in Cleveland, such as s.1189 with respect to the Federal Standard. WRDA 2018 (S.2800 and HR8) with respect to the duration of Dredged Material Management Plan development. Addressing concerns about Great Lakes pilotage rate setting. Monitoring the drafting of a National Maritime Transportation Strategy and its potential relevance to the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway.

Monitoring port related surface transportation policy and implementation of freight/port provisions of the FAST Act. The administration's infrastructure initiative and its relevance to ports.

The condition of the Federal navigation system and the infrastructure that makes up the marine transportation system. Congressional and agency attention to port congestion and proposed solutions. Proposed revisions to the Shipping Act. Interacting with the Marine Transportation System National Advisory Committee. Engaging DOT staff on the port performance data reporting issue as it remains active, and on the pending National Maritime Transportation Strategy document. Engaging executive branch staff on potential administration initiatives in maritime related matters.

Policy issues with respect to the marine transportation system: full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, marine terminal operations per the Shipping Act and related issues including detention and demurrage, the Water Resources Development Act (HR8, S.2800), and matters before the Marine Transportation System National Advisory Committee including discussions on port performance.

Customs and Border Protection inspection staff levels and reimbursable services agreement policy. Funding for CBP in FY19.

Freight transportation policy especially as regards the Marine Transportation System. Implementation of the FAST Act; the administration's infrastructure initiative and related legislation that may develop.

Addressing the Federal budget and FY19 funding as regards navigation and homeland security programs, especially Customs and Border Protection and spending from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund.

Ballast water discharge regulation; Vessel Incidental Discharge Act legislation (S.168) as proposed to be in the Senate Coast Guard Authorization Bill (S.1129).

Monitoring freight related legislation and committee work including infrastructure related policy.

Generally, surface transportation authorization legislation as it affects freight and port related infrastructure. Developing infrastructure policy. Freight and port related grant programs, specifically INFRA.

Customs inspections issues at the Port of Cleveland and in other Great Lakes ports, including CBP handling of passengers during the cruise season. Port waiting for CBP specifications as to a new cargo inspection facility.

Concerns on the part of the Port of Cleveland and State of Ohio with regard to USACE plans to place sediments in Lake Erie. Support for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative program.

The inadequacy of Federal navigation channel funding and the Corps of Engineers civil works program, including spending from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Inadequacy of congressional funding of the Customs and Border Protection inspection services.

Monitoring port related surface transportation policy and implementation of freight/port provisions of the FAST Act. The administration's infrastructure initiative and its relevance to ports.

Monitoring proposal to change Federal labor law including S.702 PLUS Act, and the Longshore and Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act, including hearing loss complaints. Updating government personnel on the status of collective bargaining process and renewal of current contract.

Freight transportation policy especially as regards the Marine Transportation System. Implementation of the FAST Act; the administration's pending infrastructure initiative, interacting with the Marine Transportation System National Advisory Committee.

Monitoring bills related to port operations, issues pertaining to Longshore and Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act and specifically hearing loss.

Policy issues with respect to the marine transportation system: full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, port congestion, marine terminal operations per the Shipping Act, and related issues including detention and demurrage.

Monitoring freight related legislation and committee work including infrastructure related policy and multimodal project grants.

Addressing the Federal budget and FY18 funding as regards navigation and homeland security programs, especially Customs and Border Protection and spending from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund.

informing congressional offices of port related workforce issues including concerns about the Waterfront Commission of New York Harbor.

Concerns on the part of the Port of Cleveland and State of Ohio with regard to USACE plans to place sediments in Lake Erie. Support for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative program.

Generally, surface transportation authorization legislation as it affects freight and port related infrastructure. Freight and port related grant programs, specifically INFRA.

Monitoring Great Lakes maritime issues and advocating for full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Implementation of WRDA 2016 (PL-114-322) including provisions with implications for dredged material management in Cleveland, such as s.1189 with respect to the Federal Standard. Addressing concerns about Great Lakes pilotage rate setting.

Monitoring proposal to change Federal labor law including S.702 PLUS Act, and the Longshore and Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act, including hearing loss complaints. Updating government personnel on the status of collective bargaining process and current contract expiration.

The condition of the Federal navigation system and the infrastructure that makes up the marine transportation system. Fully fund channel maintenance from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Congressional and agency attention to port congestion and proposed solutions. Proposed revisions to the Shipping Act.

Freight transportation policy especially as regards the Marine Transportation System. Implementation of the FAST Act; the administration's pending infrastructure initiative.

Monitoring bills related to port operations, issues pertaining to Longshore and Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act and specifically hearing loss.

Policy issues with respect to the marine transportation system: full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, port congestion, marine terminal operations per the Shipping Act, and related issues including detention and demurrage.

informing congressional offices of port related workforce issues including concerns about the Waterfront Commission of New York Harbor.

Urging additional CBP officer hires, clarity on reimbursable services agreements, and improved CBP budget.

Monitoring freight related legislation and committee work including infrastructure related policy and multimodal project grants.

Monitoring Great Lakes maritime issues and advocating for full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Implementation of WRDA 2016 (PL-114-322) including provisions with implications for dredged material management in Cleveland, such as s.1189 with respect to the Federal Standard. Addressing concerns about Great Lakes pilotage rate setting.

Concerns on the part of the Port of Cleveland and State of Ohio with regard to USACE plans to place sediments in Lake Erie. Support for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative program.

US Army Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards the Port of Cleveland and the maintenance of Cleveland Harbor project in FY17-18, and Corps plans to dump sediment in Lake Erie.

The inadequacy of Federal navigation channel funding and the Corps of Engineers civil works program, including spending from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Inadequacy of congressional funding of the Customs and Border Protection inspection services.

Monitoring proposal to change Federal labor law including S.702 PLUS Act, and the Longshore and Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act, including hearing loss complaints. Updating government personnel on the status of collective bargaining.

The condition of the Federal navigation system and the infrastructure that makes up the marine transportation system. Fully fund channel maintenance from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Congressional and agency attention to port congestion and proposed solutions. Congressional attention to container line consolidation and alliances and implications for ports and exercise of the Shipping Act.

Monitoring bills related to port operations, issues pertaining to Longshore and Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act and specifically hearing loss.

Policy issues with respect to the marine transportation system: full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, port congestion, marine terminal operations per the Shipping Act, and related issues including detention and demurrage.

Customs and Border Protection inspection staff levels and reimbursable services agreement policy. Funding for CBP in FY18. Developing cybersecurity policy for maritime sector.

Addressing the Federal budget and FY18 funding as regards navigation and homeland security programs, especially Customs and Border Protection and spending from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund.

informing congressional offices of port related workforce issues including concerns about the Waterfront Commission of New York Harbor.

Urging additional CBP officer hires, clarity on reimbursable services agreements, and improved CBP budget.

Generally, surface transportation authorization legislation as it affects freight and port related infrastructure. Freight and port related grant programs, specifically FASTLANE and TIGER.

Monitoring Great Lakes maritime issues and advocating for full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Implementation of WRDA 2016 (PL-114-322) including provisions with implications for dredged material management in Cleveland, such as s.1189 with respect to the Federal Standard.

US Army Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards the Port of Cleveland and the maintenance of Cleveland Harbor project in FY17-18, and Corps plans to dump sediment in Lake Erie.

The condition of the Federal navigation system and the infrastructure that makes up the marine transportation system. Fully fund channel maintenance from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Congressional and agency attention to port congestion and proposed solutions. Congressional attention to container line consolidation and alliances and implications for ports and exercise of the Shipping Act.

The inadequacy of Federal navigation channel funding and the Corps of Engineers civil works program. Inadequacy of congressional funding of the Customs and Border Protection inspection services.

Policy issues with respect to the marine transportation system: full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, port congestion, marine terminal operations per the Shipping Act, and related activity.

Customs and Border Protection inspection staff levels and reimbursable services agreement policy. Funding for CBP in FY18. Developing cybersecurity policy for maritime sector.

Freight transportation policy especially as regards the Marine Transportation System. Implementation of the FAST Act including port performance provisions; the administration's infrastructure initiative.

Urging additional CBP officer hires, clarity on reimbursable services agreements, and improved CBP budget.

Monitoring freight related legislation and committee work including infrastructure related policy.

Addressing the Federal budget and FY17 funding as regards navigation and homeland security programs,. especially Customs and Border Protection.

Generally, surface transportation authorization legislation as it affects freight and port related infrastructure.

US Army Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards the Port of Cleveland and the maintenance of Cleveland Harbor project in FY17, and Corps plans to dump sediment in Lake Erie.

Monitoring Great Lakes maritime issues and advocating for full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Implementation of WRDA 2016 (PL-114-322) including provisions with implications for dredged material management in Cleveland, such as s.1189.

The condition of the Federal navigation system and the infrastructure that makes up the marine transportation system. Fully fund channel maintenance from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Congressional and agency attention to port congestion and proposed solutions.

Monitoring proposal to change Federal labor law including S.702 PLUS Act, and the Longshore and Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act, including hearing loss complaints. Updating government personnel on the status of collective bargaining.

The inadequacy of Federal navigation channel funding and the Corps of Engineers civil works program. Inadequacy of congressional funding of the Customs and Border Protection inspection services.

Policy issues with respect to the marine transportation system: full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, port congestion and related activity in committees and Federal agencies.

Freight transportation policy especially as regards the Marine Transportation System. Implementation of the FAST Act including port performance provisions.

Monitoring bills related to port operations, issues pertaining to Longshore and Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act and specifically hearing loss.

Urging additional CBP officer placements and improved budget.

Addressing the Federal budget and FY17 funding as regards navigation and homeland security programs, especially Customs and Border Protection.

Monitoring freight related legislation and committee work including infrastructure related policy.

US Army Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards the Port of Cleveland and the maintenance dredging of its channels in FY 2016 (HR 2028 and the Consolidated Appropriations Act) and 2017 and Corps plans to dump sediment in Lake Erie.

Generally, surface transportation authorization legislation as it affects freight and port related transportation infrastructure. Implementation of freight infrastructure provisions of the FAST Act signed into law. Securing old earmarks for repurposing to other port related infrastructure work.

Generally, Great Lakes maritime related matters, the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, its full use, the implementation of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 (PL 113-121), and the water resources legislation, WRDA 2016 (PL 114-322), including provisions with implications for dredged material management in Cleveland. Utmost among those has to do with Federal Standard determinations.

Monitoring proposals to change Federal labor law (S 1519, S 1630, HR 3433, HR3932) and the Longshore Workmen's Compensation Act.

The condition of the Federal navigation system and the infrastructure that makes up the marine transportation system. The need to fully fund channel maintenance through full utilization of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. The state of the marine terminal industry especially having to do with port congestion. The FMC Supply Chain Innovation Team initiative and International Trade Administration supply chain technology initiative.

Customs and Border Protection management of port terminal inspection equipment and personnel. CBP agreements with ports to supply funding and equipment under the terms of the FY 14,FY 15 and FY16 appropriations acts. Funding for CBP in FY17. Developing regulation of cybersecurity in the maritime sector. Final regulation on TWIC readers.

Transportation infrastructure policy as relates to the Marine Transportation System. Encouraging USDOT and Congressional attention to freight issue needs in US ports and the MTS. Implementation of the FAST Act, including provisions pertaining to port terminal operations, performance and data metrics. Discussing the development of port performance metrics in the context of the advisory Working Group.

Freight related related surface transportation legislation including implementation of FAST Act provisions pertaining to port related infrastructure policy and port performance data metrics.

Implementation of Water Resources Reform and Development Act (PL 113-121) as regards navigation channels, improvements and maintenance and the Port of NY & NJ. Support for action on water resources legislation in 114th Congress (PL 114-322) and Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Providing status reports on the port performance improvement efforts. Celebrating completion of NYNJ Harbor deepening.

Condition of the Federal navigation system and funding of the Corps of Engineers channel program including the maintenance dredging of channels and related infrastructure. Full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund is an objective as is the adequate funding of Customs & Border Protection cargo inspection operations. These are not specific to certain ports but to the industry as a whole.

Port related surface transportation policy and implementation of freight related provisions of the FAST Act including proposed requirements for the reporting of port performance data and establishing metrics for doing so. Implementation of the Port Performance Working Group, specifically the BTS advisory working group.

Generally, Great Lakes maritime related matters, the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, its full use, the implementation of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 (PL 113-121), and the water resources legislation, WRDA 2016 (HR5303, S2848), including provisions with implications for dredged material management in Cleveland. Utmost among those has to do with Federal Standard determinations.

US Army Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards the Port of Cleveland and the maintenance dredging of its channels in FY 2016 (HR 2028 and the Consolidated Appropriations Act) and 2017 and Corps plans to dump sediment in Lake Erie.

Transportation infrastructure policy as relates to the Marine Transportation System. Encouraging USDOT and Congressional attention to freight issue needs in US ports and the MTS. Implementation of the FAST Act, including provisions pertaining to port terminal operations, performance and data metrics. Discussing the development of port performance metrics in the context of the advisory Working Group.

Monitoring bills relating to port operations, issues pertaining to Longshore Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act and specifically hearing loss.

Implementation of Water Resources Reform and Development Act (PL 113-121) as regards navigation channels, improvements and maintenance and the Port of NY & NJ. Support for action on water resources legislation in 114th Congress (S.2848, HR5303) and Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Providing status reports on the port performance improvement efforts. Celebrating completion of NYNJ Harbor deepening.

Addressing the Federal budget and FY 17 appropriations especially as it regards navigation and homeland security agencies and programs and the impact on the Port of New York & New Jersey. Urging adequate funding for Customs and Border Protection operations at the Port.

Concerns on the part of the Port Authority and the State of Ohio with respect to US Army Corps of Engineers plans to use Lake Erie as a location for the disposal of dredged material from the Port of Cleveland. Related bill and report language in HR 2028 FY17 appropriations for the Corps of Engineers, including the Consolidated Appropriations Act.

US Army Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards the Port of Cleveland and the maintenance dredging of its channels in FY 2016 (HR 2028 and the Consolidated Appropriations Act) and 2017 and Corps plans to dump sediment in Lake Erie.

The condition of the Federal navigation system and the infrastructure that makes up the marine transportation system. The need to fully fund channel maintenance through full utilization of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. The state of the marine terminal industry especially having to do with port congestion. Implementation of the IMO Verified Gross Mass regulation at US container terminals. The FMC Supply Chain Innovation Team initiative.

Port related surface transportation policy and implementation of freight related provisions of the FAST Act including proposed requirements for the reporting of port performance data and establishing metrics for doing so. Implementation of the Port Performance Working Group.

Transportation infrastructure policy as relates to the Marine Transportation System. Encouraging USDOT and Congressional attention to freight issue needs in US ports and the MTS. Implementation of the FAST Act, including provisions pertaining to port terminal operations, performance and data metrics. Discussing the development of port performance metrics in the context of the advisory Working Group.

Bills relating to port operations, issues pertaining to Longshore Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act.

Customs and Border Protection management of port terminal inspection equipment and personnel. CBP agreements with ports to supply funding and equipment under the terms of the FY 14,FY 15 and FY16 appropriations acts. Funding for CBP in FY17. Developing regulation of cybersecurity in the maritime sector. Developing regulation on TWIC readers.

Addressing the Federal budget and FY 17 appropriations especially as it regards navigation and homeland security agencies and programs and the impact on the Port of New York & New Jersey. Urging adequate funding for Customs and Border Protection operations at the Port.

Urging additional CBP officer placements at the Port of NY & NJ.

Freight related related surface transportation legislation including implementation of FAST Act provisions pertaining to port related infrastructure policy and port performance data metrics.

US Army Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards the Port of Cleveland and the maintenance dredging of its channels in FY 2016 (HR 2028 and the Consolidated Appropriations Act) and 2017 and Corps plans to dump sediment in Lake Erie.

Generally, Great Lakes maritime related matters, the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, its full use, the implementation of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 (PL 113-121), and the anticipated WRDA 2016.

Concerns on the part of the Port Authority and the State of Ohio with respect to US Army Corps of Engineers plans to use Lake Erie as a location for the disposal of dredged material from the Port of Cleveland. Related bill and report language in HR 2028 FY17 appropriations for the Corps of Engineers, including the Consolidated Appropriations Act. Development of the FY16 work plan by the Corps.

Condition of the Federal navigation system and funding of the Corps of Engineers channel program including the maintenance dredging of channels and related infrastructure. Full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund is an objective as is the adequate funding of Customs & Border Protection cargo inspection operations. These are not specific to certain ports but to the industry as a whole.

Port related surface transportation policy and implementation of freight related provisions of the FAST Act including proposed requirements for the reporting of port performance data and establishing metrics for doing so.

Transportation infrastructure policy as relates to the Marine Transportation System. Encouraging USDOT and Congressional attention to freight issue needs in US ports and the MTS. Implementation of the FAST Act, including provisions pertaining to port terminal operations, performance and data metrics.

Customs and Border Protection management of port terminal inspection equipment and personnel. CBP agreements with ports to supply funding and equipment under the terms of the FY 14,FY 15 and FY16 appropriations acts. Funding for CBP in FY17. Developing regulation of cybersecurity in the maritime sector.

Addressing the Federal budget and FY 17 appropriations especially as it regards navigation and homeland security agencies and programs and the impact on the Port of New York & New Jersey.

Freight related related surface transportation legislation including implementation of FAST Act provisions pertaining to port related infrastructure policy and port performance data metrics.

Implementation of Water Resources Reform and Development Act (PL 113-121) as regards navigation channels, improvements and maintenance and the Port of NY & NJ. Providing status reports on the port congestion mitigation efforts.

US Army Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards the Port of Cleveland and the maintenance dredging of its channels in FY 2016 (HR 2028 and the Consolidated Appropriations Act).

Generally, Great Lakes maritime related matters, the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, its full use, the implementation of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 (PL 113-121), and the anticipated WRDA 2016.

Concerns on the part of the Port Authority and the State of Ohio with respect to US Army Corps of Engineers plans to use Lake Erie as a location for the disposal of dredged material from the Port of Cleveland. Related bill and report language in HR 2028 FY16 appropriations for the Corps of Engineers, including the Consolidated Appropriations Act.

Army Corps of Engineers budget for the navigation program as it might interest the Port of Olympia in FY 16 or 17 as the port is planning the maintenance and cleanup dredging of Budd Inlet channel.

Support for the betterment of Puget Sound and Federal support for Puget Sound Recovery efforts. The Puget Sound SOS Act legislation HR 3630.

Generally, maritime policy and the full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. The condition and resources of Puget Sound and the Puget Sound Recovery effort, including HR 3630, sponsored by Rep. Heck of Washington, as it relates to the Port of Olympia.

The condition of the Federal navigation system and the infrastructure that makes up the marine transportation system. The need to fully fund channel maintenance through full utilization of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. The state of the marine terminal industry especially having to do with port congestion.

Asking congressional committees to look into the issue and consider amendments to current compensation law to cover only work related hearing loss. (No legislation introduced as yet.) Also port congestion, longshore labor negotiations and proposals to change Federal law (S 1519, S 1630, HR 3433, HR3932).

Bills relating to port operations, issues pertaining to Longshore Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act, notably hearing loss, and amendments to Taft Hartley (S.1630, S 1519, HR3433, HR3932).

Policy issues with respect to the marine transportation system. Advocating for the full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Port congestion and the related issues of port performance metrics. Monitoring Federal Maritime Commission interest and activities in those issue areas.

Customs and Border Protection management of port terminal inspection equipment and personnel. CBP agreements with ports to supply funding and equipment under the terms of the FY 14,FY 15 and FY16 appropriations acts. Developing regulation of cybersecurity in the maritime sector.

Freight related related surface transportation legislation including S 1647, S 1298, S 1630, S 1732, HR22, HR3433 that have to do with freight transportation and port infrastructure, operations and port performance data metrics.

Addressing the Federal budget and FY 16 appropriations especially as it regards navigation and homeland security agencies and programs and the impact on the Port of New York & New Jersey.

Implementation of Water Resources Reform and Development Act (PL 113-121) as regards navigation channels, improvements and maintenance and the Port of NY & NJ. Providing status reports on the port congestion mitigation efforts.

Concerns on the part of the Port Authority and the State of Ohio with respect to US Army Corps of Engineers plans to use Lake Erie as a location for the disposal of some dredged material from the Port of Cleveland. Related bill language in HR 2028 FY16 appropriations for the Corps of Engineers.

Generally, Great Lakes maritime related matters, the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, its full use, the implementation of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 (PL 113-121), and the anticipated WRDA 2016.

Generally, surface transportation authorization legislation as it affects freight and port related transportation infrastructure. HR 22 DRIVE Act and the anticipated House version.

Army Corps of Engineers budget for the navigation program as it might interest the Port of Olympia in FY 16 or 17 as the port is planning the maintenance and cleanup dredging of Budd Inlet channel.

Generally, maritime policy and the full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. The condition and resources of Puget Sound and the Puget Sound Recovery effort, organized by Reps. Heck and Kilmer of Washington, as it relates to the Port of Olympia.

Support for the betterment of Puget Sound and Federal support for Puget Sound Recovery efforts. The Puget Sound SOS Act legislation HR 3630.

Port related surface transportation policy legislation including proposed requirements for the reporting of port performance data and establishing metrics for doing so. Subject legislation is S 1732, S 1647, S 1298, HR 22.

Condition of the Federal navigation system and funding of the Corps of Engineers channel program including the maintenance dredging of channels and related infrastructure. Full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund is an objective as is the adequate funding of Customs & Border Protection cargo inspection operations.

Concerns regarding hearing loss claims that are being experienced by marine terminal employers and don't necessarily relate to occupational causation. Asking congressional committees to look into the issue and consider amendments to current compensation law to cover only work related hearing loss. (No legislation introduced as yet.) Also port congestion, longshore labor negotiations and proposals to change Federal law (S 1519, S 1630, HR 3433).

Bills relating to port operations, issues pertaining to Longshore Harbor Workmen's Compensation Act, notably hearing loss, and amendments to Taft Hartley (S.1630, S 1519, HR3433).

Policy issues with respect to the marine transportation system. Advocating for the full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Port congestion and the related issues of chassis management and drayage trucking. Monitoring Federal Maritime Commission interest and activities in those issue areas.

Customs and Border Protection management of port terminal inspection equipment and personnel; the implications of congressional authorization of CBP agreements with ports to supply funding and equipment under the terms of the FY 14 and FY 15 appropriations acts. Cybersecurity in the maritime sector

Implementation of Water Resources Reform and Development Act (PL 113-121) as regards navigation channels, improvements and maintenance and the Port of NY & NJ. Updating government offices of the situation at the port regarding congestion. Government activity regarding port congestion and efforts improve port performance.

Freight related related surface transportation legislation including S 1647, S 1298, S 1630, S 1732, HR22, HR3433 that have to do with freight transportation and port infrastructure, operations and data metrics.

Customs and Border Protection management and budgeting of port terminal inspection equipment and inspection personnel.

Concerns on the part of the port authority and the State of Ohio with respect to US Army Corps of Engineers plans to use Lake Erie as a location for the disposal of some dredged material from the Port of Cleveland. Related bill language in HR 2028 FY16 appropriations for the Corps of Engineers.

US Army Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards the Port of Cleveland and the maintenance dredging of its channels in FY 2015 and FY 2016 (HR 2028).

Discussing a previous application submitted to the Department of Transportation for a TIGER grant.

Generally, maritime policy, the Maritime Administration's preparation of a National Maritime Strategy, and the full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. The condition and resources of Puget Sound and the Puget Sound Recovery effort, organized by Reps. Heck and Kilmer of Washington, as related to the Port of Olympia.

Army Corps of Engineers budget for the navigation program as it might regard the Port of Olympia in FY 16 or 17 as the port is planning the maintenance dredging of Budd Inlet channel.

Support for the betterment of Puget Sound and Federal support for Puget Sound Recovery efforts.

Concerns regarding hearing loss claims that are being experienced by marine terminal employers and don't necessarily relate to occupational causation. Asking congressional committees to look into the issue and consider amendments to current compensation law to cover only work related hearing loss. (No legislation to refer to.) Also port congestion, longshore labor negotiations and proposals to change Federal law (S 1519, S 1630).

Port related surface transportation policy legislation including proposed requirements for the reporting of port performance data and establishing metrics for doing so. Subject legislation is S 1732, S 1647, S 1298.

Transportation infrastructure policy as relates to the Marine Transportation System. Encouraging USDOT and Congressional attention to freight issue needs in US ports and the MTS. Surface transportation legislation (S. 1647, S 1732, S. 1630)and provisions pertaining to port terminal operations and data metrics.

Policy issues with respect to the marine transportation system and the preparation of a national maritime strategy. Advocating for the full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Port congestion in various ports and the related issues of chassis management and drayage trucking. Monitoring Federal Maritime Commission interest and activities in those issue areas.

Customs and Border Protection management of port terminal inspection equipment and personnel and the congressional authorization agreements to fund inspection and equipment.

Freight related related surface transportation legislation including S 1647, S 1298, S 1630, S 1732 that have to do with port infrastructure, operations and data metrics.

Implementation of Water Resources Reform and Development Act (PL 113-121) as regards navigation channels, improvements and maintenance and the Port of NY & NJ. Updating government offices of the situation at the port regarding congestion. Government activity regarding port congestion and related issues including longshore labor.

Army Corps of Engineers budget for the navigation program as it might regard the Port of Olympia in FY 16 or 17 as the port is planning the maintenance dredging of Budd Inlet channel.

Generally, maritime policy, the Maritime Administration's preparation of a National Maritime Strategy, and the full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund.

Support for the betterment of Puget Sound and Federal support for Puget Sound Recovery efforts.

Generally, Great Lakes maritime related matters, the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund and implementation of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 (PL 113-121).

Discussing a previous application submitted to the Department of Transportation for a TIGER grant.

US Army Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards the Port of Cleveland and the maintenance dredging of its channels in FY 2015.

Generally, Great Lakes maritime related matters, the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund and implementation of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 (PL 113-121).

Army Corps of Engineers budget and appropriations for port navigation infrastructure particularly maintenance dredging funding for the Port of Cleveland. Also advocating for the Port's proposed section 217 tipping fee agreement and the use of existing confined disposal facilities for the management of all dredged sediment from port waters.

USMX is vocal on the condition of the Federal navigation system and supports strong funding of the Corps of Engineers channel program including the maintenance dredging of channels and related infrastructure. Full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund is an objective as is the adequate funding of Customs & Border Protection cargo inspection operations.

Apprised congressional offices of concerns regarding the volume of hearing loss claims that are being experienced by marine terminal employers and don't necessarily relate to occupational causation. Asking congressional committees to look into the issue and consider amendments to current compensation law to cover only work related hearing loss. No legislation to refer to. Addressed questions having to do with port congestion, longshore labor negotiations and the suggestion that Federal law be changed. (no legislation)

Maintaining contact with Hill and agency persons on policy issues with respect to the marine transportation system and the preparation of a national maritime strategy. Advocating for the full use of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Updating offices on the issue of port congestion in various ports and the related issues of chassis management and drayage trucking problems. Monitoring Federal Maritime Commission interest and activities in those issue areas.

Customs and Border Protection management of port terminal inspection equipment and personnel and the congressional authorization of agreements to supply funding and equipment under the terms of the FY 14 and FY 15 appropriations acts.

Addressing the Federal budget especially as it regards, transportation, navigation, infrastructure and homeland security agencies and programs and the impact on the Port of New York & New Jersey.

Customs and Border Protection management of port terminal inspection equipment and personnel and the congressional authorization agreements to fund inspection and equipment.

Implementation of Water Resources Reform and Development Act ( PL 113-121) as regards navigation channels, improvements and maintenance and the Port of NY & NJ. Updating government offices of the situation at the port regarding congestion.

Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards navigation channels and related budget, infrastructure and sediment management issues; Federal involvement in US seaport matters, including Customs inspection; freight transportation and related infrastructure including grants to support projects; port related environmental issues; port related homeland security requirements and grants.

Corps of Engineers civil works program as regards navigation channels and related budget, infrastructure and sediment management issues; Federal involvement in US seaport matters, including Customs inspection; freight transportation and related infrastructure including grants to support projects; port related environmental issues; port related homeland security requirements and grants.

Corps of Engineers civil works process and program including sediment management and Port of Olympia plans for sediment cleanup and dredging; implementation of the WRRDA 2014 (PL 113-121)legislation especially relating to Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund allocations.

Army Corps of Engineers civil works program, specifically navigation channel budgets and funding; FY 2015 funding (HR 4923) as related to the Port of Olympia maintenance dredging and sediment cleanup.

generally, port maritime policy; Maritime Administration's draft National Maritime Strategy; Harbor Maintenance Tax and Trust Fund and allocations from the trust fund.

Army Corps of Engineers civil works program, specifically Port of Cleveland navigation channels and related issues including channel dredging and dredged material management and funding for same in FY2015 (HR4923).

Generally, Great Lakes maritime related matters including Harbor Maintenance Tax and Trust Fund related issues and legislation including implementation of WRRDA 2014 (PL 113-121); and Maritime Administration's development of a National Maritime Strategy.

Waster Resources Reform and Development Act (PL 113-121) related issues pertaining to seaports, including implementation of policy provisions with any implications for open water placement of materials and dredged material management as well as the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund;

Water Resource Development Act related issues and process, especially as it applies to navigation, dredged material management, open water placement of sediments, river bank erosion and the Port of Cleveland. WRRDA 2014 (PL 113-121) implementation especially as regards the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund.

Army Corps of Engineers civil works program funding in FY 2015, specifically Port of Cleveland navigation channels and related issues that include channel maintenance dredging and dredged material management.

generally, port maritime policy; Maritime Administration's draft National Maritime Strategy; Harbor Maintenance Tax and Trust Fund and allocations from the trust fund.

Corps of Engineers civil works process and program including sediment management and Port of Olympia plans for sediment cleanup and dredging; implementation of the WRRDA 2014 (PL 113-121)legislation especially relating to Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund allocations.

Army Corps of Engineers civil works program, specifically navigation channel budgets and funding; FY 2015 funding (HR 4923) as related to the Port of Olympia maintenance dredging and sediment cleanup.

Generally, Great Lakes maritime related matters including Harbor Maintenance Tax and Trust Fund related issues and legislation including implementation of WRRDA 2014 (PL 113-121); and Maritime Administration's development National Maritime Strategy.

Waster Resources Reform and Development Act (PL 113-121) related issues pertaining to seaports, including implementation of policy provisions with any implications for open water placement of materials and dredged material management as well as the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund;

Implementation of Water Resources Reform and Development Act (PL 113-121) as pertains to seaport navigation channels and the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. Monitoring Federal Maritime Commission interest in the port congestion issues. Development of a national maritime strategy.

Freight related transportation policy especially as regards port gateways and related road and rail infrastructure; development of port related policies; port congestion and drayage trucking issues as regards the national supply chain and chassis management.

Customs and Border Protection management of port terminal inspection equipment and personnel and the congressional authorization of public-private sector agreements to cover costs of terminal related equipment and personnel under terms in FY2014 omnibus appropriations act and FY2015 appropriations committee reports.