What does the Federal Maritime Commission do?
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is an independent federal agency responsible for regulating international ocean transportation involving the United States. It's mission is to ensure a competitive and fair shipping system, protects the public from deceptive practices, and oversee agreements and rates among ocean carriers and terminal operators. It was established in 1961.
$32.8M
<0.1%
How much does the Federal Maritime Commission spend?
The Federal Maritime Commission accounted for <0.1% of all federal spending in FY 2024.
Share of FMC net spending compared to the top ten highest spending agencies in FY 2024
The Federal Maritime Commission’s federal spending in FY 2024 was lower than in FY 1980.
Yearly federal net spending by FMC, adjusted for inflation (2024 dollars), FYs 1980–2024
The Federal Maritime Commission’s share of federal spending in FY 2024 was lower than in FY 1980.
Percentage of federal budget dedicated to FMC, FYs 1980–2024
How did the Federal Maritime Commission spend its budget in 2024?
Federal government net spending isolated to FMC, FY 2024
How many people work for the Federal Maritime Commission?
The number of federal employees working for the Federal Maritime Commission has increased 5.5% since 2010.
Number of federal employees working for FMC, September 2010–2024
Who leads the Federal Maritime Commission?
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is led by a Chairman, who is appointed by the president from among the five commissioners and confirmed by the Senate. Commissioners serve staggered five-year terms, but the president designates who serves as Chairman.
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