âš“Notice on Foreign-Built Vessel Use in U.S. Coastwise Trade
The Secretary of Transportation, as represented by the Maritime Administration (MARAD), is authorized to make determinations regarding the coastwise use of foreign built; certain U.S. built; and U.S. and foreign rebuilt vessels that solely carry no more than twelve passengers for hire. MARAD has received such a determination request and is publishing this notice to solicit comments to assist with determining whether the proposed use of the vessel set forth in the request would have an adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels in those businesses. Information about the requestor's vessel, including a description of the proposed service, is in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below.
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The Secretary of Transportation, as represented by the Maritime Administration (MARAD), is authorized to make determinations regarding the coastwise use of foreign built; certain U.S. built; and U.S. and foreign rebuilt vessels that solely carry no more than twelve passengers for hire. MARAD has received such a determination request and is publishing this notice to solicit comments to assist with determining whether the proposed use of the vessel set forth in the request would have an adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels in those businesses. Information about the requestor's vessel, including a description of the proposed service, is in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below.
Learn More🚢Notice on Foreign-Built Vessel Use in U.S. Coastwise Trade
The Secretary of Transportation, as represented by the Maritime Administration (MARAD), is authorized to make determinations regarding the coastwise use of foreign built; certain U.S. built; and U.S. and foreign rebuilt vessels that solely carry no more than twelve passengers for hire. MARAD has received such a determination request and is publishing this notice to solicit comments to assist with determining whether the proposed use of the vessel set forth in the request would have an adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels in those businesses. Information about the requestor's vessel, including a description of the proposed service, is in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below.
Learn More🚢Coast Guard Seeks Applicants for Great Lakes Pilotage Advisory Committee
The U.S. Coast Guard is accepting applications to fill one vacancy on the Great Lakes Pilotage Advisory Committee (Committee). The Committee provides advice and makes recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security via the Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard on matters relating to Great Lakes pilotage, including review of proposed Great Lakes pilotage regulations and policies.
Learn Moreâš“Notice of Public Meeting for International Maritime Organization (IMO)
The Department of State is conducting a public meeting to prepare for the International Maritime Organization's NCSR 12 meeting. Key agenda items include maritime safety, navigation guidelines, and updates to communication systems, which are essential for ensuring operational compliance and enhancing maritime industry practices.
Learn Moreâš“Changes in Membership of Maritime Sustainment Consortium Notified
The Department of Justice announces changes in the Maritime Sustainment and Technology Innovation Consortium's membership under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act. This includes additions and withdrawals of various organizations, with ongoing openness for new members and a commitment to report further changes.
Learn More🚢Federal Maritime Commission Updates Controlled Carriers List
The Federal Maritime Commission is publishing an updated list of controlled carriers, i.e., ocean common carriers operating in U.S.- foreign trades that are, or whose operating assets are, directly or indirectly owned or controlled by foreign governments. Such carriers are subject to increased regulatory oversight by the Commission.
Learn Moreâš“Coast Guard Information Collection for Hazardous Liquids Compliance
In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the U.S. Coast Guard intends to submit an Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), requesting an extension of its approval for the following collection of information: 1625-0094, Ships Carrying Bulk Hazardous Liquids; without change. Our ICR describes the information we seek to collect from the public. Before submitting this ICR to OIRA, the Coast Guard is inviting comments as described below.
Learn Moreâš“Notice of Agreements Filed Under the Shipping Act of 1984
The Federal Maritime Commission announces the filing of an agreement under the Shipping Act, detailing amendments that reduce assessments for shipping containers. The notice invites comments and provides relevant agreement information, emphasizing transparency and engagement in maritime regulatory processes.
Learn More🚢Request for Comments on Jones Act Vessel Availability Determinations
The Maritime Administration (MARAD) invites public comments on our intention to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to renew an information collection in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The proposed collection OMB 2133-0545 (Maritime Administration (MARAD) Jones Act Vessel Availability Determinations) is used to collect information about the availability of qualified Jones Act vessels. Since the last renewal, there was a reduction in the public burden for this collection. We are required to publish this notice in the Federal Register to obtain comments from the public and affected agencies.
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