It is really vital that we maintain an environment where small businesses can thrive.
We need to work more on this, because this is a fundamental question for us to deal with.
I hope a key part of your position is to make sure that the Seaway is competitive and that we can increase trade into th...
Over 90 percent of the volume of overseas trade enters or leaves the United States by ship.
Maritime commerce on the Seaway system provides shippers with nearly $4 billion in annual cost savings.
It is essential that we provide a safe learning environment, one that is free from harassment and sexual assault.
Our economy and our military rely on the work of the men and women of the Merchant Marine.
Michigan has 38 deep water ports and ranks first in the Great Lake states in maritime tonnage.
The U.S. Maritime Transportation System sustains and empowers our national economy.
Senator Fischer and I are glad to partner with you in this year's MARAD reauthorization bill.
I am also honored to serve on the Board of the Merchant Marine Academy.