Bill · H.R. 4039· House(119-HR-4039)
CNMI Ferry Act
- Introduced
- 6/17/2025
- Last activity
- 6/18/2025 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
- Sponsored by
- Kimberlyn King-Hinds
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "CNMI Ferry Act," aims to amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The primary goal is to make the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands eligible for specific funding. This funding is intended for the establishment and operation of basic essential ferry services. The amendment expands the definition of "State" to include the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. It also ensures that the Commonwealth and its areas are deemed to be rural areas for the purposes of this program.
Yes· 3 of 8
Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport?+7
The bill specifically funds the establishment and operation of essential ferry services for the CNMI.
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+6
The bill specifically targets the needs of the CNMI by treating its areas as rural for essential service eligibility.
Does this invest in rural communities?+5
By designating the CNMI as a rural area, the bill enables development through essential maritime infrastructure.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Establishment of Ferry Services: The bill allows for funding to support a ferry service operating, or being planned or established, with the intent to operate a regular schedule in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (Section 2).
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Access to Essential Transportation: By making the Commonwealth eligible for funding to provide basic essential ferry service, the bill addresses the needs of those requiring transportation in the region (Section 2).
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Recognition of Rural Status: The bill explicitly deems the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and any area within it to be a "rural area" for the purpose of the program, which may assist in qualifying for necessary funds (Section 2).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Rural Residents+6Good For Business Owners+3Good For Low Income Households+3
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Public Transit+7Improves Rural Development+5
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+4Increases Job Creation+3
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+2
- 6/18/2025
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
- 6/17/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- Introduced in House