OFFICIALS LEGISLATION INTEREST GROUPS PUBLIC STATEMENTS COMMITTEES VETOES

Maritime Security

Floor Speech

Date: June 3, 2025
Location: Washington, DC

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Mr. MOYLAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to introduce a resolution to condemn the illegal and international use of flag of convenience practices in maritime efforts. I am honored to be working alongside Representative Tokuda and the Oceana in this effort, a leading maritime conservation NGO.

Flags of convenience is a practice that allows a ship to register their ship under another country to avoid certain regulations, taxes, and fees associated with their country. Among other things, this is a growing threat to U.S. maritime security, labor standards, and economic interests.

To quote Dr. Max Valentine of the Oceana organization:

Transparency at sea isn't just a tool for ocean conservation. It is essential for protecting workers, enforcing maritime security, and ensuring a level playing field for the global fishing industry.

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