Marking the third anniversary of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) has announced nearly $580 million in Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) awards. These grants will fund 31 projects across 15 states and one U.S. territory, boosting critical infrastructure upgrades at ports nationwide.

Cary Davis, President and CEO of the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA), expressed gratitude to bipartisan Congressional leaders and USDOT for their support. “The hard work begins now. AAPA ports are committed to working with our Federal Government partners to deploy funds swiftly, break ground, and complete upgrades that will strengthen our nation’s supply chain,” Davis stated.

Maritime Administrator Ann Phillips highlighted the broader impact of these upgrades, noting, “Modernizing America’s ports is vital for enhancing the multimodal network that supports our supply chain. With 2.3 billion short tons of goods moving through U.S. waterways annually, this funding strengthens goods movement, builds resilience across all transportation modes, and addresses environmental impacts on port communities.”

The grants range from $53 million for restoring key wharves at Puerto Rico’s Port of San Juan to $708,750 for a planning initiative at Texas’ Port of Harlingen.

As recipients begin preparing for project launches, AAPA continues to advocate for full PIDP funding and faster project timelines. The association urges Congress to pass the bipartisan PORT Act, which aims to streamline permitting processes, reduce delays, and accelerate infrastructure development.