Washington – Today, the 2026 Great Lakes Day Congressional Breakfast Reception is being celebrated in Washington D.C. at the Cannon House Office Building, creating the perfect opportunity for the Chamber of Marine Commerce (CMC) to announce that Congressman Nick Langworthy (R-NY) is the 2026 Champion of the Great Lakes Award.
This award honors United States elected officials who demonstrate a special commitment to enhancing economic growth and supply chain strength by supporting marine shipping on the Great Lakes. Representing the 23rd District of New York, Congressman Langworthy has played a key role in protecting and promoting the role that Great Lakes shipping plays in supporting economic prosperity, good jobs, and national industrial strength. He has galvanized considerable support for Great Lakes issues among his elected peers.
The membership of the CMC represents every link in the marine supply chain, including ships, ports, terminals, and shippers of key commodities, and the Congressman’s work has supported each of these links to the benefit of American citizens and communities. This includes recognition that Great Lakes shipping is a critical conduit for everyday affordability.
“On behalf of more than 100 member organizations that comprise the membership of the Chamber of Marine Commerce across North America, including a number within the state of New York, I want to thank Rep. Langworthy and his team for the accessibility, responsiveness, and support they have shown regarding Great Lakes marine shipping issues over the past year,” said Joshua Juel, President and CEO of the CMC.
“He understands that our industry is the cornerstone of dependable supply chain that grows the North American economy and helps build appreciation of our contributions among others. For that we are deeply grateful.”
(Photo shows congressman Nick Langworthy (R-NY) (left) and Joshua Juel, President and CEO of the Chamber of Marine Commerce (right).