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Joint Association Letter Requesting Extension to Suspension of the Section 301 China-Built Vessel Fees

ICS has co-signed a letter, with 209 international and U.S. federal and state trade associations, requesting an extended suspension of the Section 301 China-Built Vessel Fees.

The letter was sent to the U.S. Trade Representative, and shared with the Departments of Commerce, Treasury, and Transportation, as well as key staff on the Senate Finance and House Ways & Means Committee.

ICS remains opposed to the suggested universal infrastructure or security fee on foreign-built commercial vessels calling at U.S. ports.

ICS remains committed to working constructively with the U.S. Administration, as well as international partners, to support policies that strengthen maritime capacity while safeguarding the U.S. economy and consumers, and the efficiency and integrity of global trade.