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Statement of Chairman DiBella on China’s Detention of Panama-Flagged Vessels
The Federal Maritime Commission is closely monitoring how recent developments surrounding the Panama Canal terminals and China’s retaliatory actions against Panama are affecting global shipping conditions. Laws administered by the Commission empower it to investigate whether…
Categories: Laura DiBella
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Statement of Chairman Laura DiBella on Special Permissions
The Shipping Act and Commission regulations require a 30-day notice period before an increase in the rates and charges in a filed tariff become effective. 46 CFR 520.8. This notice period gives shippers crucial time to adjust…
Categories: Laura DiBella
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Statement of Commissioners Max Vekich and Laura DiBella on Closing the Harbor Maintenance Tax Land-Border Loophole
We commend the Administration for taking steps to close the land border loophole which poses a threat to the U.S. economy and maritime interests. Section 6 of the President’s April 2025 Executive Order on Restoring…

