04/27/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/27/2026 08:15
As the recreational boating industry prepares for the American Boating Congress next week, registered attendees are encouraged to join today's pre-conference webinar at 3:30 pm ET.
This session will provide a focused overview of the policy priorities driving ABC 2026, including efforts to reauthorize the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund, advance provisions in the Water Resources Development Act, and address evolving trade and tariff policies impacting U.S. marine manufacturing.
ttendees will also receive guidance on engaging with congressional staff and administration officials on issues such as vessel speed regulations, PFAS compliance, and broader regulatory modernization. out of session, engagement with key staff and executive branch officials will be critical.
This webinar will help ensure a coordinated, consistent message across all participants. Please check your email for login details and be sure to join at 3:30 pm ET today.
Thank you to our American Boating Congress sponsors and co-hosts for their support this year:
Official Sponsors: Yamaha, MarineMax and Informa Markets (Executive); Brunswick (President); Suzuki Marine, Correct Craft, Tiara Yachts (Admiral), Vetus Yanmar, BoatUS, Smokercraft Boats, Volvo Penta, Indmar Marine, Honda Marine (Captain); Design Concepts - Marine Concepts, BRP, Northpoint Financial, International Yacht Brokers Assoc., Marine Retailers Assoc. of the Americas, Transhield, Center for Sportfishing Policy, imtra (First Mate); Faria Beede, Monterey and Blackfin Boats, Uflex USA, Suntex Marinas, Chaparral Boats, Infolink (Purser).
Co-Hosts: National Marine Lenders Assoc., MTA of New Jersey, Massachusetts MTA, Assoc. of Marina Industries, Michigan Boating Industries Assoc, American Sportfishing Assoc., Ohio MTA, Marine Industries Assoc. of South Florida