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US HB6961
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/7/2026
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Garbarino
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AI Summary
- Secretary of Transportation may establish a nonprofit corporation under New York State law to support athletic programs at the United States Merchant Marine Academy, with all stock owned by the United States
- Department of Transportation employees may serve on the corporation's board of directors in official capacities for oversight purposes, limited to one-third of board seats, without compensation except travel expenses
- Secretary may enter sole-source contracts and cooperative agreements with the corporation, lease Academy real property for up to 5 years, and transfer assets from existing nonappropriated fund instrumentalities
- Corporation may enter licensing, marketing, and sponsorship agreements for Academy trademarks and service marks with Secretary approval; Secretary may accept funds from NCAA, athletic conferences, game guarantees, and ticketing fees
- Amends 49 U.S.C. 109(h) to authorize Secretary to license Academy trademarks, retain fees for trademark registration costs and licensing operations, and use excess fees for Academy recruiting activities
Legislative Description
USMMA Athletics Act of 2026
Transportation and public works
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
1/7/2026
Committee Referrals
Armed Services1/7/2026
Full Bill Text
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