AWO is expanding its advocacy team! The State Advocacy Representative will foster proactive advocacy dedicated to focusing on legislative activities across multiple states.
Please send a resume and cover letter to resumes@americanwaterways.com; reference “State Advocacy Representative” on the subject line of the email.
American Waterways Operators Releases Video Highlighting National Importance, Career Appeal of Tugboat, Towboat and Barge Industry
The American Waterways Operators has produced a new video highlighting the national importance of the tugboat, towboat and barge industry and the rewarding careers the industry has to offer.
AWO member Tim Parker, Jr. recently authored an Op-Ed for AL.com entitled Guest opinion: The Jones Act is critical to Alabama and America, in which he commends the Alabama Legislature on passing a resolution in support of the Jones Act and notes the law’s importance to security, the economy and the supply chain.
Read about the towing industry securing an exemption from the NY Petroleum Business Tax; the Senate advancing the WRDA bill and more in this edition of the AWO Letter
