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Federal Maritime Commission

Federal agency · Founded 1961


Structure and appointment

Independent regulatory commission. Five commissioners appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate, serving five-year terms. Not more than three commissioners may be appointed from the same political party.

Source: statute / agency record

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Notes

FMC. Independent agency. Regulates U.S. ocean borne international transportation.