Search Results for keywords:"vessel determination request"

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  • 2025-06980 — Request Notice: Use of Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel in United States Coastwise Trade, M/V Chichochu
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 17154
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Maritime Administration (MARAD), part of the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on a request to use a foreign-built small passenger vessel for U.S. coastwise trade. This vessel, which can carry up to 12 passengers for hire, needs approval to ensure it won't negatively impact U.S. vessel builders or businesses using U.S.-built vessels. Comments can be submitted by May 23, 2025, via the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mail. All comments will be publicly accessible, though confidential commercial information can be submitted under specific guidelines.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is asking if it's okay for a foreign-made boat to carry up to 12 people for pay in the U.S., and they want people to say if they think this is fair to American boat makers and businesses.

  • 2025-07020 — Request Notice: Use of Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel in United States Coastwise Trade, S/V Wind Therapy
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 17160
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Maritime Administration (MARAD), part of the Department of Transportation, has received a request to determine if a foreign-built vessel known as S/V Wind Therapy can be used in U.S. coastwise trade. This involves assessing whether the vessel's use would harm U.S. shipbuilders or trades using American-made ships. To help make a decision, MARAD is asking the public to submit comments by May 23, 2025, through the methods outlined on regulations.gov or by mail. All comments will be public, and those wishing to keep their comments private must follow specific instructions.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is thinking about letting a boat called S/V Wind Therapy, which wasn't built in the U.S., be used to carry a few people for fun rides along the U.S. coast. They want to know if using this boat will be bad for American boat makers or others who use American boats, so they're asking people to share their thoughts.