Roundtable

“Reinvigorating the U.S.-Flag Fleet and Shipbuilding Industry”


Subcommittee: Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM Location: 2167 Rayburn HOB

Agenda

The Subcommittee will engage in a discussion with industry representatives on how to reinvigorate the United States-flag fleet and shipbuilding industry.

Witnesses

  1. Mr. Brent Sadler
    Senior Research Fellow
    The Heritage Foundation
  2. Rear Admiral (Ret.) James Watson IV
    Author
    Zero Point Four: How U.S. Leadership In Maritime Will Secure America’s Future
  3. Mr. Brian Schoeneman
    Political and Legislative Director
    Seafarers International Union of North America
  4. Mr. Jim Patti
    President
    Maritime Institute for Research and Industrial Development
  5. Mr. Matt Paxton
    President
    Shipbuilders Council of America
  6. Mr. Christian Johnsen
    Chair
    USA Maritime
  7. Ms. Jennifer Carpenter
    President and Chief Executive Officer
    The American Waterways Operators