The Industry's Premier Political and Legislative Event!
We need you in Washington D.C.
The American Boating Congress is a comprehensive two-day legislative conference that brings together recreational boating industry leaders to formulate public policy and present a unified front on issues that impact marine businesses.
- Discover how current state and federal regulatory issues affect your operations
- Learn the status of key federal legislation concerning the marine industry
- Hear updates from experts about how pending legislation and regulation can impact your bottom line
- Get first-hand knowledge from state and federal regulators, key congressional staff and industry experts as to trends that impact the marine industry
- Network with fellow industry leaders
When constituents talk, Congress listens
You are the industry's most effective advocate. No lobbyist is as influential as an employer from a member's district or state. Attending ABC and going on Capitol Hill visits with others from your state is the best way to update your representatives on issues that affect your livelihood and help them to understand your position when voting on issues that affect our industry.
ABC events conclude in meetings with your representatives and their senior staff. It's your opportunity to build or cement relationships that lead to positive attitudes toward our industry within Congress. NMMA will arrange your meetings and issue briefing papers and talking points, as well.
Educational seminars
ABC's schedule promises informative, engrossing seminars intended to update you on issues of vital importance to your business and your bottom line. You'll also:
- Hear about issues affecting key boating states, and what you can do to influence these issues.
- Find out what NMMA is doing to help the industry in these challenging times.
Who should attend
Executive, owners and key employees of marine-related industries, including:
- Boat Manufacturers
- Engine Manufacturers
- Marina operators and owners
- Marine Accessory manufacturers
- Industry service providers
- State and local marine trades associations
You'll never have a better opportunity to personally influence legislation and protect your business interests.
