The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas board of directors approved the 2024 legislative and regulatory advocacy resolutions that were recommended by the Advisory Council of Marine Associations.
ACMA was created to advise the MRAA on its annual policy agenda, and includes state, regional and national marine trade associations.
In a statement, the MRAA outlined the 2024 resolutions:
• create an advocate for state and federal programs to assist with marine industry workforce development
• support federal and state blue economy legislation
• advocate for waterways access and policies to minimize user conflict
• work with state, federal and local legislators and regulatory agencies to prioritize or protect the interests of the marine industry, including dealers, manufacturers and consumers
“These resolutions represent significant input from ACMA members, and I am eager to continue to work with our maritime trade association partners on our shared priorities across the country, Chad Tokowicz, MRAA government relations manager, said in the statement. “As the MRAA continues to grow and increase our advocacy engagements, it is imperative we stay true to our mission and work collaboratively with partners throughout the country while leveraging dealer voices.”
David Dickerson, vice president of state government relations at the National Marine Manufacturers Association, said the group will work alongside the MRAA to accomplish the shared resolutions. “Our commitment to collaboration across the industry continues to strengthen the recreational boating community,” he said.
