This morning, May 9, 2019, House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Peter DeFazio addressed the Propeller Club of Washington, DC at its monthly breakfast.  Chairman DeFazio spoke about the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund and his strong support for the Jones Act.  Yesterday, Chairman DeFazio passed out of Committee H.R. 2440, Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund Act. 

“It’s an honor to have the Chairman of the House Transportation and…

On April 9^th the King Company of Holland, Michigan officially joined the DCA, bringing to the association 36 years of dredging and marine construction expertise on the Great Lakes. King specializes in a wide array of construction services, including hydraulic dredging, marine construction, earth retention systems, foundation piling, and deep foundations. Since 1983 King has continually provided the highest level of service, combining design/build experience and extensive equipment, resources…

Late this afternoon, President Donald Trump met with Congressional leaders from the Senate and House to discuss U.S. Maritime Policy.  On the table was the Jones Act.  President Trump assured the Congressional leaders that he is not seeking any changes to the Jones Act, nor is he seeking any waivers.

“President Trump had the Jones Act matters all under control from the get-go”, said William P. Doyle, CEO & Executive…