US port officials warn they may lose about $1 billion for dredging and maintenance because the US Army Corps of Engineers’ FY2025 budget fails to follow a 2020 law requiring 10% of Harbour Maintenance Trust Fund revenues be allocated to “donor ports,” which contribute over half the fund but receive less than 2% back. The American Association of Port Authorities says the omission could stall projects started in 2024, as donor ports expected roughly $332 million again this year after receiving that amount in FY2024. With FY2026 appropriations now being drafted, the group is urging Congress to earmark about $480 million to ensure donor ports receive their mandated share
