Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
The FERRIES Act (Federal Enhancement and Revitalization of Reliable Infrastructure for Essential Seaways Act) provides $3.5 billion in federal funding over five years (2027-2031) to support passenger ferry services across the United States. The legislation establishes or expands four grant programs: $500 million for constructing ferries and terminals, $1.25 billion for urban ferry services, $1.25 billion for rural ferry services in underserved areas, and $500 million for modernizing ferry fleets and supporting shipyard jobs. The bill is sponsored by House members representing coastal and island communities and would benefit states, transit agencies, and local governments that operate ferry systems. Funds are appropriated from the general Treasury and are available for obligation through fiscal year 2031, with no restrictions on how they interact with other transportation funding programs.
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