United States Merchant Marine Academy Improvements Act of 2015

Bill 114 s 143, also known as the United States Merchant Marine Academy Improvements Act of 2015, is a piece of legislation that aims to make improvements to the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA). The bill was introduced in the Senate on January 8, 2015 by Senator John Thune and was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

The main purpose of the bill is to enhance the training and education provided at the USMMA, which is a federal service academy that trains students to become officers in the United States Merchant Marine. The bill includes provisions to improve the infrastructure and facilities at the academy, as well as to enhance the curriculum and training programs offered to students.

Some of the key provisions of the bill include: - Requiring the USMMA to develop a strategic plan to improve its infrastructure and facilities, including dormitories, classrooms, and training facilities. - Requiring the USMMA to develop a plan to increase the diversity of its student body and faculty. - Requiring the USMMA to develop a plan to enhance its curriculum and training programs to better prepare students for careers in the maritime industry. - Requiring the USMMA to develop a plan to improve its recruitment and retention of students. Overall, the United States Merchant Marine Academy Improvements Act of 2015 aims to strengthen the USMMA and ensure that it continues to provide high-quality education and training to future maritime industry professionals.