Considers H.R. 10840, to amend the Shipping Act of 1916 to extend for a period of one year the operation of steamship conferences utilizing dual rate contract agreements whereby shippers who ship exclusively with shipping companies ...

Considers legislation to prohibit granting free or reduced water transportation rates by common carriers to Federal employees.

Considers S. 1434 and S. 1457, to amend the Merchant Marine Act to revise mortgage procedures for financing ship construction, reconstruction, and reconditioning.

Considers S. 2811, to revise Coast Guard personnel procedures and limitations and improve Coast Guard Academy administration.

Considers legislation to require Federal Maritime Board approval for U.S. merchant vessel sale or lease to foreign owners and to prohibit ship construction subsidies to individuals who own or operate foreign-flag vessels.