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Increased Funding for Ferry Services and Water Transport

This act increases funding for grant programs supporting passenger ferries and ferry terminals. The goal is to improve and expand water transportation services, potentially leading to better connections and more modern ferries for travelers.
Key points
Significantly increased funds for building and upgrading ferries and ferry terminals.
Expansion of the definition of ferries and terminals to include hovercraft.
Facilitation of funding for ferry connections between US territories.
Changes to the definition of rural areas for ferry service grants.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4909
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Process start date: 2022-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ferry Service Expansion Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4909.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Significantly increased funds for building and upgrading ferries and ferry terminals.
  • Expansion of the definition of ferries and terminals to include hovercraft.
  • Facilitation of funding for ferry connections between US territories.
  • Changes to the definition of rural areas for ferry service grants.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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