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The NMTA Government Affairs Program exists to:
Our volunteer Government Affairs Committee meets bi-monthly to review current topics and provide guidance to staff. We are always looking for new members who have an interest in the political process and want to influence policy in the State of Washington. This committee is comprised of members who represent all sectors of our industry.
Successfully amended HB-1085 with support from marina owners, port authorities, dock builders, and marine industry experts. Prevented a proposed ban on the use of hard encased, environmentally secure, foam marine floats which are the industry standard for marinas and boat lifts.
Led a coalition for increased state funding to improve pump out access for easier compliance with no discharge zone regulations and secured state funding for removal of derelict structures in addition to derelict vessels.
New Boatyard General Permit requires a new Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for all boatyards every five years. NMTA created a new 65-page SWPPP template for all member boatyards.
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Note: This material will be added prospectively. Email jay@nmta.net with any questions.
New Global Research Outlines Portfolio of Technologies to Further Reduce Carbon Emissions from Recreational Boats – VIEW HERE
National Marine Manufacturers Association Website
Association of Washington Business
Propelling Our Future – Our Plan to Reduce Carbon Emissions
NMTA PAC is a non-partisan political action committee created to elect state leaders who understand and care about our issues. We support the campaigns of responsible leaders with financial contributions and by hosting fundraisers and other events promoting their candidacy.
The strength and success of NMTA PAC is dependent on the support of NMTA members. Every dollar donated to the PAC goes to promoting recreational boating through good government.
The Political Action Committee approves all monetary contributions to candidates based on their experience, integrity, and support of industry issues related to Small Business; regulatory fairness; the environment; and fiscal responsibility.
Our PAC relies on member participation and activism for success. You can get involved by serving as a volunteer on the Political Action Committee, which makes decisions about which candidates shall receive campaign contributions.
We also rely on monetary contributions from our members to fund our support of candidates. NMTA members have the option to contribute $65 each year with their renewals and to contribute throughout the year directly to the PAC, or at political fundraisers.
Dear Fellow Members of the Northwest Marine Trade Association:
We are inviting you to join our efforts to give stronger voice to our interests in state and local political discourse. We have made contributions to the NMTA Political Action Committee well beyond the minimum suggested level, and we encourage you to do so as well.
This is an Election Year:
Government policies by those elected can severely impact our individual operations, balance sheet, and customer satisfaction. Most organizations – some with interests in direct conflict with ours – have far greater resources because their members have made a commitment to make a change. That is why the 2024 elections are the time to bring balance to our government by recognizing good candidates and building relationships that will support our industry for years to come.
We face ongoing threats to our industry which generates $6.9 billion to Washington state’s economy. Looking forward, we see a virtual squall of harmful proposals just off the bow. We must have the political strength to voice our concerns:
We need better elected representation in Olympia. While a handful of officeholders can be considered champions of the marine trades sector and recreational fishing, far too many simply oppose, are uneducated, or are ambivalent toward our industry.
For better or worse, money talks in politics. Legislative candidates currently spend about $400K for a House seat and $1M for a Senate seat in the state legislature. Last year, our total PAC fundraising provided just $16K for our participation, or the equivalent of less than 4 percent of the cost of one House seat.
Please joining us by stepping up your support for the NMTA PAC this year, right now.
Sincerely,
Grant Oberg
Anacortes Marina
Jordan Glidden
Elliott Bay Marina
Kelly Hawley
Tom n Jerry’s Boat Center
Master Marine
Neil Falkenburg
West Bay Marina
Kathi Zittel
Zittel’s Marina
Jennie Spillane
Union Marine
Clint Curry
Hewes Marine Co.
Margie Freeman
Fremont Boat Co.
Brian Bjur
Lockhaven Marina
Dwight Jones
Foss Landing
Get InvolvedFor more information on how you can get involved, please contact NMTA’s Director of Government Affairs, Jay Jennings at jay@nmta.net call our office at (206) 634-0911.
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NMTA PAC is a non-partisan political action committee created to elect state leaders who understand and care about our issues. We support the campaigns of responsible leaders with financial contributions and by hosting fundraisers and other events promoting their candidacy.
The strength and success of NMTA PAC is dependent on the support of NMTA members. Every dollar donated to the PAC goes to promoting recreational boating through good government.
The Political Action Committee approves all monetary contributions to candidates based on their experience, integrity, and support of industry issues related to Small Business; regulatory fairness; the environment; and fiscal responsibility.
Our PAC relies on member participation and activism for success. You can get involved by serving as a volunteer on the Political Action Committee, which makes decisions about which candidates shall receive campaign contributions.
We also rely on monetary contributions from our members to fund our support of candidates. NMTA members have the option to contribute $65 each year with their renewals and to contribute throughout the year directly to the PAC, or at political fundraisers.
