Press Releases

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Ferry Caucus Co-Chairs Randall, Begich, Garamendi & Malliotakis Introduce Bipartisan FERRIES Act
March 3, 2026
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Emily Randall (D, WA-06), alongside Ferry Caucus Co-Chairs Representatives Nick Begich (R, AK-At-Large), John Garamendi (D, CA-03), and Nicole Malliotakis (R, NY-11), introduced the Federal Enhancement and Revitalization of Reliable Infrastructure for Essential Seaways (FERRIES) Act. The bill would significantly increase federal investments in ferry systems, providing long-term, predictable funding for ferry operators that connect communities across the country. 

Ferry Caucus Roundtable with Representatives Malliotakis, Randall, Begich and Garamendi
Four Co-Chairs Host First Bipartisan Ferry Caucus Roundtable
January 14, 2026
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At House Transportation & Infrastructure meeting – Randall announces plans to introduce bipartisan FERRIES Act to boost investments for rural and urban ferry operators
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Representatives Randall, Begich, Garamendi, Malliotakis Launch Bipartisan Congressional Ferry Caucus to Improve Ferry Transportation
June 16, 2025
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The Public Ferry Coalition applauds the launch of the bipartisan Congressional Ferry Caucus and welcomes this important step in raising awareness of the vital role ferries play in our transportation system.