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Federal Relations
The power of government and regulatory bodies to shape the future of the boating industry is unquestionable. Standing in the wings while recreational boating laws and regulations are being formulated simply will not do. That is why NMMA GR is at the forefront of our industry's government relations efforts, maintaining one of the most effective lobbying efforts in the nation.
The NMMA GR office analyzes hundreds of legislative bills filed in issue areas affecting our members. The department monitors the Congressional calendar, committee meetings and floor activity for legislative issues of interest to recreational boating. We also work to serve as information for Members of Congress and their staff.
NMMA GR is committed to educating decision makers about the issues of concern to the boating industry. NMMA GR knows that there is strength in numbers, and that each member can assist in these issues by working with their elected representatives. We can positively influence and shape the future of our industry.
Below are links to various current legislative issues that are of importance to the NMMA Membership at large.
NMMA and Coalition Letter to Congressional Leadership on NOL Carryback Period [PDF - 18.22 Kb]
NMMA and a coalition of 70 additional groups sent a letter to House and Senate leadership urging extension of the net operating loss (NOL) carryback period.
- NMMA Joins Broad Coalition supporting Pension Plan Relief [PDF - 22.93 Kb]
Update: This legislation has passed the House and Senate as of 12/11/08. NMMA has joined with hundreds of groups and companies in support of quick relief for certain defined-benefit pension plans.
- NMMA and Coalition Letter to Committee Leadership on NOL Carryback Period [PDF - 18.51 Kb]
NMMA and a coalition of 70 additional groups sent a letter to House Ways & Means and Senate Finance Committee leadership urging extension of the net operating loss (NOL) carryback period.
- NMMA/RVIA/RVDA Letter to President-Elect Obama on Credit Crisis [PDF - 112.72 Kb]
NMMA joined forces with RVIA, RVDA and the American Recreation Coalition outlining much-needed economic measures for the U.S. recreation industry.
- NMMA/RVIA/RVDA Letter to Secretary Paulson on Credit Relief [PDF - 110.27 Kb]
NMMA, RVIA, RVDA and the American Recreation Coalition sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Paulson urging expeditious action to free up credit for the recreation industry.
- NMMA/NMBA Letter to Secretary Paulson on Financial Rescue Package [PDF - 350.52 Kb]
NMMA and the National Marine Bankers Association sent a joint letter to Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson regarding the Financial Rescue Package.
- NMMA Letter to Senate Leadership on Economic Stimulus for Marine Industry [PDF - 262.94 Kb]
NMMA sent Senate Leaders Harry Reid and Mitch McConnell a letter outlining economic relief measures for the marine industry.
- NMMA Letter to House Leadership on Economic Stimulus for Marine Industry [PDF - 262.98 Kb]
NMMA sent House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Republican Leader John Boehner a letter outlining economic relief measures for the marine industry.
- NMMA Letter to Senate Finance Committe on Tax Relief & Economic Stimulus [PDF - 258.94 Kb]
NMMA sent the Senate Finance Committee leadership a letter outlining tax relief provisions that should be included in any economic stimulus bill.
- NMMA letter to House Ways & Means Committe on Tax Relief & Economic Stimulus [PDF - 258.82 Kb]
NMMA sent House Ways & Means Committee leadership a letter outlining tax relief provisions that should be included in any economic stimulus bill.
