I thank you for conducting this hearing and for giving me the opportunity to testify. I would also be remiss if I did not thank all of you for your continued support of the U.S. Merchant Marine, the American farmers, and our international food aid programs. I am testifying today on behalf of USA Maritime. USA Maritime includes American vessel owners and operators, trade associations, and maritime labor, and is committed to ensuring that the United States Merchant Marine continues to sail, protecting America by supporting our warfighters, enhancing our economy through trade, and providing good-paying jobs to tens of thousands of Americans across our country. USA Maritime stands to ensure that we, as a nation, are not soon wholly dependent upon foreign interests to connect our economy to the world.
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