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Biden Signs SEMA-Supported Ocean Shipping Reform Law

A.J. Hecht June 23, 2022

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Biden Signs SEMA-Supported Ocean Shipping Reform Law | THE SHOP

President Joe Biden recently signed the SEMA-supported Ocean Shipping Reform Act into law, which aims to improve ongoing supply-chain issues and backlogs at ports, the organization announced.

The bill strengthens the authority of the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) to enforce laws against exploitative business practices and investigate fees charged by shipping companies.

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A.J. Hecht June 23, 2022

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