🌊Final Rule
In keeping with Presidential directive, the Coast Guard is amending its regulations to update the name of the "Gulf of Mexico" to the "Gulf of America."
Learn More🚢Proposed Regulation to Disestablish Security Zone in Tampa Bay
The Coast Guard is proposing to disestablish the existing security zone for Rattlesnake, Tampa, FL in old Tampa Bay, including on land portions of the Chemical Formulators Chlorine Facility. Since the implementation of the regulation, the facility has permanently ceased operations making the provisions of the security zone no longer applicable. This proposed action would remove existing regulations that restrict vessel movement through the area. We invite your comments on this proposed rulemaking.
Learn More🌊Overview of Upcoming Shipping Coordinating Committee Meeting for MEPC 83
The Department of State is organizing a public meeting to prepare for the International Maritime Organization's Marine Environmental Protection Committee (MEPC 83). The agenda includes crucial environmental topics such as air pollution prevention, energy efficiency, and GHG emissions. Public participation is welcomed, offering insights into the IMO's regulatory agenda.
Learn More🚢MARAD Seeks Industry Input for Icebreaker Collaboration Initiative
This notice requests information from the public to assist MARAD in determining which shipyards in the United States have the capacity, capability, and readiness to construct ships capable of operating in ice conditions and determining what factors would be necessary to further develop icebreaker ships in the United States. The objectives of the request are to increase the capacity of the United States to design, produce, and maintain polar icebreakers through trilateral collaboration while supporting each country's shipbuilding industrial base.
Learn More🚢Coast Guard Seeks Comments on Information Collection for Vessel Safety
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: 1625-0047, Plan Approval and Records for Vital System Automation; 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 More⚓Coast Guard Seeks Comments on Load Lines Information Collection
In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 the U.S. Coast Guard is forwarding an Information Collection Request (ICR), abstracted below, 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: 1625-0013, Plan Approval and Records for Load Lines; without change. Our ICR describes the information we seek to collect from the public. Review and comments by OIRA ensure we only impose paperwork burdens commensurate with our performance of duties.
Learn More⚓Notice on Maritime Sustainment Technology and Innovation Consortium Changes
The Department of Justice announces a notice regarding the Maritime Sustainment Technology and Innovation Consortium (MSTIC), detailing new members added to the consortium. These changes enable adherence to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act, fostering collaboration on maritime research and innovation while limiting antitrust damages under specific circumstances.
Learn More🚢USTR Proposed Regulation on China's Maritime Dominance
USTR requests written comments regarding potential trade action in connection with the Section 301 investigation of China's targeting of the maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors for dominance. USTR also will convene a public hearing and accept rebuttal comments in relation to the potential action.
Learn More⚓Public Meeting on IMO Facilitation Committee (FAL 49) Preparation
The Department of State announces a public meeting to prepare for the International Maritime Organization's Facilitation Committee's 49th session. The agenda will cover significant amendments to the FAL Convention, including mandatory reporting and cybersecurity guidelines, along with other key topics that shape the future of maritime regulations and practices.
Learn More⛴️CBP Extends Vessel Entrance and Clearance Automation Test to 2027
This notice announces that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is extending the Vessel Entrance and Clearance Automation Test. This test allows participants to submit the vessel entry and clearance data required on CBP Forms 26, 226, 1300, 1302, 1303, 1304, and 3171, and to make certain entry and clearance requests and reports, to CBP electronically through the Vessel Entrance and Clearance System (VECS).
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