To direct the Secretary of Transportation to develop and implement a comprehensive Campus Modernization Plan for the United States Merchant Marine Academy, and for other purposes.
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Overview
This bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to create and implement a 10-year plan to modernize the facilities and infrastructure at the United States Merchant Marine Academy. The plan aims to improve training facilities, ensure they meet modern standards, and support the Academy’s role in training mariners for national defense. It prioritizes upgrades to classrooms, laboratories, and campus infrastructure, including new construction and renovations, and seeks to utilize design-build contracts to expedite the process.
Key provisions
- Authorizes appropriations of $1.02 billion from the Maritime Security Trust Fund for fiscal years 2026-2035.
- Requires the Secretary to develop a 10-year Campus Modernization Plan within 180 days of enactment.
- Prioritizes modern education practices, Coast Guard license exam preparation, and physical readiness standards.
- Includes specific facility upgrades, such as training laboratories, a safety pool, and athletic facilities.
- Mandates upgrades to technology infrastructure, power grids, and water/sewer systems.
- Calls for renovations to ensure structural soundness, accessibility, and fire safety.
- Encourages the use of design-build contracts to speed up construction.
- References a previous assessment report from the National Academy of Public Administration.
Who is affected
- United States Merchant Marine Academy
- United States Navy
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