BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS for NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WATERFRONT EMPLOYERS
Versions of this report
Every filing the register holds for this firm, client and period, oldest first. The most recent one is the version LegiList counts.
| Filing | Filed | Amount | Counted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd Quarter - Report | Oct 20, 2026 | $50,000 | Replaced |
| 3rd Quarter - Report (this page) | Oct 20, 2026 | $50,000 | Yes |
What was lobbied
4 issue areas, each in the filer's own words, with who lobbied on it and where.
Labor Issues/Antitrust/Workplace LBR
Monitor legislation and issues regarding the Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation Act. Prepare materials and conduct meetings related to hearing loss claims under Longshore Act.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID JANSEN | — |
| STEPHEN PERANICH | — |
| STEVEN WALL | — |
Marine/Maritime/Boating/Fisheries MAR
Monitor issues related to MARAD infrastructure programs and funding levels of MARAD infrastructure programs in FY26 National Defense Authorization Act (H.R. 3838, S. 1071 & S. 2296) and THUD Appropriations bills. Monitor funding levels for US Army Corps of Engineers dredging and navigation projects in the FY26 Energy & Water Appropriations bills. H.R.3842- Issues related to introduction and advancement of legislation expanding eligibility of Capital Construction Funds for acquisition of cargo handling equipment. H.R. 3151/S. 1541 - SHIPS for America Act of 2025. S.1536 Building Ships in America Act of 2025. Implementation of Executive Order: Restoring Americas Maritime Dominance (Maritime Action Plan). Issues related to FY27 National Defense Authorization Acts (H.R.8800 and S.4784).
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID JANSEN | — |
| STEPHEN PERANICH | — |
| STEVEN WALL | — |
Budget/Appropriations BUD
Monitor availability of FY26 Funding for Ports and Waterways and certain federal grant programs administered by the U.S. Maritime Administration. Issues related to the FY26 National Defense Authorization Acts.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID JANSEN | — |
| STEPHEN PERANICH | — |
| STEVEN WALL | — |
Transportation TRA
Issues related to PIDP, BUILD, and RAISE grants. Monitor enactment and implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and Inflation Reduction Act (P.L. 117-169) and track potential cuts or delays in awards. Issues related to the repeal of limited MTO anti-trust immunity under the Shipping Act. H.R.3842-Work with members to reintroduce a bill to expand the MARAD Capital Construction Fund for purchases of cargo handling equipment at U.S. ports. H.R. 1968- Issues related to draft bipartisan, bicameral SHIPS Act and the full-year fiscal 2025 continuing resolution. H.R. 3151/S. 1541 - SHIPS for America Act of 2025. S.1536 Building Ships in America Act of 2025 Implementation of Executive Order: Restoring Americas Maritime Dominance
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID JANSEN | — |
| STEPHEN PERANICH | — |
| STEVEN WALL | — |
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