Bill > HR3201

This bill amends and enhances certain maritime programs of the Department of Transportation. Key provisions include: - Authorizing appropriations for the operations of the United States Merchant Marine Academy, support for state maritime academies, the National Security Multi-Mission Vessel Program, Maritime Administration operations and programs, and the disposal of vessels in the National Defense Reserve Fleet. - Removing the limit on the number of adjunct professors at the United States Merchant Marine Academy. - Allowing the Maritime Administration to accept qualified guarantees from donors in conjunction with partial donations for major projects at the United States Merchant Marine Academy. - Authorizing the United States Merchant Marine Academy to compete for and accept qualifying research grants. - Providing continuing funding for the operations of the United States Merchant Marine Academy in the event of a lapse in appropriations. - Requiring the Maritime Administration to ensure students participating in the Sea Year program have access to a functional satellite communication device. - Extending and increasing the funding for the small shipyard and maritime community assistance program.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/house-bill/3201/all-info