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International Maritime Pollution Accountability Act of 2024

December 17, 2024

maritime shippingenvironmental regulationcarbon emissionsport infrastructureclean energyfederal fees

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Introduced
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Currently IN_COMMITTEE. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

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The Frame

What this does

If enacted, this bill would impose significant new operational costs on the global shipping industry while creating a multi-million dollar federal funding stream for port-adjacent communities and maritime infrastructure upgrades.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Maritime shipping operators

Must report voyage data and pay new carbon and air pollution fees.

Importers of record

Must report data and pay fees for cargo imported via qualified voyages, with risk of cargo seizure for non-payment.

Port-adjacent communities

May receive benefits from increased air monitoring and port electrification projects funded by the fee revenue.

Jones Act vessel owners

Eligible to apply for grants and loans to retrofit or replace vessels with zero-emissions technology.

What changed

Current stage: IN_COMMITTEE.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This bill proposes new fees on large cargo ships based on their carbon emissions and air pollution levels while operating in U.S. waters. The revenue collected would fund grants and loans for port electrification, cleaner maritime technology, and workforce training.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

If enacted, this bill would impose significant new operational costs on the global shipping industry while creating a multi-million dollar federal funding stream for port-adjacent communities and maritime infrastructure upgrades.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ships are affected by these fees?
The fees apply to self-propelled cargo vessels of 10,000 gross tonnage or more that transport cargo to or from the United States.
What happens if a shipping company refuses to pay?
The Coast Guard is authorized to prohibit the operator from entering U.S. waters or docking at U.S. ports until all outstanding fees are paid.
How will the money collected be used?
The funds are earmarked for grants and loans to modernize the U.S. maritime fleet, research low-carbon fuels, support port workforce training, and improve air monitoring in port communities.

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Discoveries

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Polar Region Fee Multiplier

The bill explicitly triples carbon fees for voyages traveling north of 60°N or south of 60°S, signaling a specific policy focus on protecting Arctic and Antarctic environments.

Environmental Protection Agency

Connected Entities

personTakano“Representative Takano is a co-sponsor of the bill.”Map →
personMatsui“Representative Matsui is the bill's primary sponsor.”Map →
organizationInternational Maritime Organization“The IMO is referenced as failing to require emissions reductions.”Map →
organizationEnvironmental Protection Agency“The agency responsible for administering the bill's provisions.”Map →
bill_numberClean Air Act“The Clean Air Act is referenced in the definition of 'covered voyage'.”Map →
personMullin“Representative Mullin is a co-sponsor of the bill.”Map →

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  • Controversy75
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  • Entertainment10
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