MRAA’s Top Advocacy Initiatives

Current MRAA Federal Policy Priorities

» Support Marine Industry Workers

» Increase Resiliency of Small Businesses

» Maintain a Strong Selling & Boating Environment

» Grow the Congressional Boating Caucus

Legislative Tracker

To keep our members informed and up to date on what state and federal legislation we are tracking to protect your business and bolster the recreational marine industry, the MRAA has created a bill tracker powered by Quorum. We encourage you to click below to see how the MRAA is looking out for your business in real time

Federal Advocacy

Acting as your voice on Capitol Hill, the MRAA Government Relations team assures that the recreational boating industry, and the perspective of dealers it serves, is heard and respected. From discussions around supporting important conservation programs, reauthorizing keystone programs like the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund, or advocating for more boating-related infrastructure, we make certain Congress works for you.

State Advocacy

Each State represents unique opportunities and challenges for the recreational boating industry and MRAA Members. Whether contesting harmful right to repair legislation, advocating for favorable tax and insurance policies or supporting efforts to create mandatory boater education, the MRAA Government Relations Team is dedicated to supporting you in state legislatures across the country.

Current Advocacy News

Navigating Change: MRAA, State Marine Trades Associations Voice Concerns Over Removal of Aids to Navigation in the Northeast
By Chad Tokowicz, MRAA Government Relations Manager In May the United States Coast Guard announced plans to remove a number …
Massachusetts Marine Trades Association Secures Workforce Funding
• Amendment Passes in the 2025-2026 Mass. State Budget The Massachusetts Marine Trades Association has once again secured funding for …
Marine Industry Gathers for NMTC Conference
• National Marine Trades Council (NMTC) Hosts Annual Conference to Discuss Workforce Development, Advocacy, Marketing and More PORTLAND, MAINE, August …