1978 Senate Hearing on the Ocean Shipping Act (S. 2873)
July 20, 2026
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The Frame
The hearings established the legislative record for S. 2873, which sought to modify federal oversight of international ocean shipping rates and carrier agreements.
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Ocean shipping industry
The industry is subject to the regulatory changes proposed in S. 2873.
Federal regulators
The bill proposes changes to the oversight and enforcement powers of federal maritime agencies.
Last recorded activity July 20, 2026.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearings were held on May 17, 1978, and September 6, 1978.
- The subject of the hearings was S. 2873, titled the Ocean Shipping Act of 1978.
- The proceedings were conducted by the Subcommittee on Merchant Marine and Tourism.
- The subcommittee operated under the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
- The hearings took place during the second session of the 95th Congress.
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Why It Matters
The hearings established the legislative record for S. 2873, which sought to modify federal oversight of international ocean shipping rates and carrier agreements.
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Multi-session hearing structure
The hearing was split across two dates several months apart, suggesting a complex or lengthy review process for the bill.
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