The MARINA Act limits how much the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers can charge marina operators who lease federal land and water for commercial purposes. The bill caps rental fees at no more than 1 percent on certain types of marina revenue (like food, beverages, and fuel sales) and establishes standardized administrative fees across all Corps districts—with charges ranging from $1,000 to $50,000 depending on the complexity of the requested activities. The legislation also requires marina leases to be at least 50 years for initial agreements and 25 years for renewals, and prevents the Corps from requiring marina operators to pay employees above the federal minimum wage. The bill affects marina operators nationwide who work with the Corps of Engineers and must be implemented through final regulations within one year of enactment. No specific funding is allocated, as this bill primarily regulates fees rather than appropriating government money.
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