Why it Matters
Advocacy spending by Direct ChassisLink was $169,883 in Q3 2025 as the company continues its sustained lobbying strategy while Congress considers port modernization and infrastructure bills.
By the Numbers
Q3 2025 Spending: $169,883 for in-house lobbying activities.
- Historical Investment:
- In-house lobbying: $3,014,748 across 22 filings since September 2020
- External firm: Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck LLP — $1,380,000 across 24 filings
- Recent Brownstein payments: $60,000 per quarter
Team Structure
DCLI uses a dual approach with in-house lobbyists and external firm expertise to engage on regulatory and legislative issues that affect chassis equipment operations and intermodal transportation.
Broader Context
Congress is holding hearings on supply chain modernization and freight efficiency. Recent hearings include America Builds: Maritime Infrastructure and Barriers to Supply Chain Modernization. Federal port funding continues: for example, Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick announced a $25 million grant for the Bristol Port Terminal.
The Agenda
DCLI focuses exclusively on the Transportation sector and lobbies on intermodal transportation and chassis equipment policy. Infrastructure legislation and regulatory matters affecting intermodal operations are key priorities. The company’s activity aligns with broader infrastructure and supply chain policy discussions in Congress.
Competitive Landscape
DCLI operates in a crowded lobbying field. Competitors include Interpool Inc. and CIMC Intermodal Equipment LLC. Marine terminal operators such as SSA Marine Inc. and Ports America Group Inc. also lobby on related port issues.
Between The Lines
Several bills could affect DCLI’s business, including the Modern, Clean, and Safe Trucks Act and the Federal Infrastructure Bank Act. Local projects such as the Montgomery Intermodal Container Transfer Facility and plans for the Brooklyn Marine Terminal also intersect with DCLI priorities.
The Bottom Line
DCLI maintains consistent advocacy spending as Congress weighs infrastructure modernization. The firm’s approach — combining in-house lobbyists and external counsel — positions it to influence intermodal policy outcomes.
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