Maritime Advantage Results In National Economic Resiliency and Security Act

The MARINERS Act aims to strengthen U.S. maritime security and economic resilience by addressing workforce shortages in the merchant marine and shipbuilding industries. It establishes a National Maritime Council to coordinate maritime policy, requires a "rearm at sea" capability for Navy vessels, and prioritizes U.S.-flagged vessels for national security shipping. The bill mandates recruiting campaigns to attract workers to maritime careers and requires reports on maritime infrastructure readiness, strategic sealift capabilities, and ways to incentivize U.S.-flagged shipping. These provisions are designed to enhance national security, support domestic shipbuilding, and ensure U.S. access to critical shipping infrastructure during crises.