NMMA Issue Advocacy

Alabama Boat Ban

A bill is currently in the Alabama legislature which would ban boats on many Alabama reservoirs.

Georgia Boat Ban

A bill to ban certain boats in certain areas of Georgia.

Reemployment Rights of America’s Soldiers

Employers should be aware of new regulations clarifying the rights of service members returning to civilian life. Due to an increase in complaints from service members, the U.S. Department of Labor issued new regulations on Monday, Dec. 19 that interpret the law that protects employment and reemployment rights and benefits of service members upon their return to civilian life.

Stop Congress and the President from Taking Away the Mortgage Interest Deduction from Boat Owners

A tax advisory panel appointed by the President recommended slashing the current $1.1 million mortgage interest deduction cap by nearly 60% to 80% and making it unavailable for second residences, including boats. This cut will harm the industry by making boat ownership less affordable for the middle class.

Recreational Marine Employment Act

RMEA is a key legislative priority for the recreational marine industry. The bill, which would exempt the industry from costly and duplicative insurance requirements under the Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation Act, will ensure the vitality of marine businesses across the nation.

Florida Professional Engineer (PE) Licensing Threatening Recreational Marine Community

Florida Professional Engineering (PE) licensing laws may be subjecting you to fines and putting your business in jeopardy. The Ad Hoc Committee of Professional Engineer (PE) Licensing of Florida is reaching out to marine businesses asking them how to our industry how to interpret these laws in a fair and equitable way. Download this form to respond to the Florida Board of Professional Engineers today!

United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea

A call to action! Write your Senators and urge them to ratify the Law of the Sea Treaty.