The associations have signed a letter, among more than 130 industry stakeholders, urging Congress to ratify the America COMPETES Act.

Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council (PIJAC) has rebranded with a new name, logo and website to better reflect the association’s role in the industry.

The bill is designed to prohibit ocean carriers from unreasonably declining cargo bookings.

The organization is planning a “momentous announcement” for March 2022.

The Investment and Jobs Act, which was signed by President Joe Biden on Nov. 15, will fund transportation infrastructure improvements and a pilot trucking program for young drivers.