Why It Matters
OXE Marine Inc., a marine motor manufacturer, terminated its lobbying relationship with Capitol Strategies US LLC effective July 31, according to a termination filing signed September 8. The company reported $20,000 in fees for the final quarter of the engagement.
By The Numbers
OXE Marine was Capitol Strategies US LLC's largest client by disclosed lobbying expenditures, having paid the firm $1,110,000 in total fees across its engagement. The company spent $50,000 per quarter during standard reporting periods from 2023 through the second quarter of 2026, making it a significant revenue source for the firm. The termination represents the end of Capitol Strategies' representation of the company on defense and maritime policy matters.
Broader Context
Capitol Strategies US LLC represented OXE Marine on several legislative fronts. The firm lobbied on the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025, the fiscal year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, and fiscal year 2026 appropriations for both the Department of Defense and Department of Homeland Security. The company also sought influence over policy and procurement of outboard marine motors for defense and Coast Guard initiatives.
Shay Hancock, the President of Capitol Strategies US LLC, served as the primary lobbyist on the OXE Marine account.
The Bottom Line
Capitol Strategies US LLC began representing OXE Marine in 2025 after the company had previously used Crossroads Strategies LLC from 2020 through 2022.
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