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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 17169
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Maritime Administration (MARAD) under the Department of Transportation has received a request to use a foreign-built small passenger vessel in U.S. coastwise trade. MARAD is seeking public comments on whether this proposed use would negatively impact U.S. shipbuilders or businesses using vessels made in the U.S. The notice provides instructions on how to submit comments and where to find more information about the vessel and the request. All comments will be publicly available unless marked as confidential, following specific guidelines.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is deciding if a small boat, made in another country, can help carry people in the U.S., and they want to make sure this doesn't hurt businesses that make or use American boats. They're asking people to share their thoughts on this, but being careful about keeping personal details private can be a bit tricky.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 17138
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Maritime Administration (MARAD) under the Department of Transportation is seeking public comments on a request to use the foreign-built vessel, M/V SEA LARK, for carrying up to twelve passengers in U.S. coastwise trade. The concern is whether this use could negatively impact American vessel builders or businesses using U.S.-built vessels. Interested parties can submit their comments by May 23, 2025, via the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mail. Comments should reference the vessel, detail the person's interest, and, if possible, provide documentation of any potential negative effects on U.S. businesses.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Transportation wants to know if it's okay to let a foreign-made boat called M/V SEA LARK carry a few people around the U.S. They’re checking to make sure this doesn't hurt people who make or use boats built in America.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 17161
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) has announced a request for public comments on the coastwise use of the foreign-built vessel, S/V Dragonfly, which is proposed to carry no more than twelve passengers for hire in U.S. waters. The notice asks for feedback on whether using this foreign-built vessel will negatively impact U.S. shipbuilders or businesses engaged in coastwise trade using U.S.-built vessels. Interested individuals can submit their comments through the provided online portal or by mail, with specific guidelines on how to categorize confidential information if needed. Comments are due by May 23, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    A government department is asking people to share their thoughts about whether using a non-American-made boat to take people on trips in U.S. waters is okay, or if it might hurt American boat builders and businesses. They want everyone to send in their ideas by May 23, 2025, but they know it might be a bit tricky for some people to share their thoughts because of the detailed rules.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 17131
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Maritime Administration (MARAD), part of the U.S. Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on a request to use a foreign-built small passenger vessel for coastwise trade, which includes carrying up to twelve passengers. They want to ensure that this use will not negatively impact U.S. vessel builders or businesses that operate U.S.-built vessels. Comments can be submitted through May 23, 2025, via the provided government website or by mail. The agency has outlined the process for commenting, including options for submitting confidential information.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to know what people think about someone using a small boat from another country to carry a few people around in the U.S., and they are making sure it won't hurt people who build or use boats made in the U.S. People can share their thoughts by sending in comments until May 23, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 17162
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking public comments on the use of a foreign-built small passenger vessel named M/V Sun Dancer for coastwise trade in the U.S. coastwise trade. This vessel is proposed to carry no more than 12 passengers for hire, and comments are needed by May 23, 2025, to determine if this would negatively impact U.S. vessel builders or businesses. Individuals can submit comments via the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mail, and all submissions will be publicly accessible, although they can request confidential treatment.

    Simple Explanation

    MARAD wants to know if using a foreign-built boat called the M/V Sun Dancer to carry people around in the U.S. might cause problems for American boat makers, and they are asking people to tell them what they think by May 23, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 17139
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Maritime Administration (MARAD) of the Department of Transportation is seeking public comments on a request to use a foreign-built small passenger vessel, the M/V Mastermind, in U.S. coastwise trade. The vessel would carry no more than 12 passengers for hire. The request raises questions about potential negative impacts on U.S. vessel builders and businesses using U.S.-built vessels. Public comments can be submitted until May 23, 2025, and further details can be found on the regulations.gov website under docket number MARAD-2025-0028.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government wants to know if using a foreign-made boat, called the M/V Mastermind, to carry a small number of people for money might hurt local boat-makers and businesses, and they're asking people to share their thoughts about it before a deadline.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 17144
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking public comments on a request to use a foreign-built vessel, M/V SARITA, in the U.S. coastwise trade. This involves determining whether the vessel's usage would negatively impact U.S. shipbuilders or businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. The public is invited to submit comments by May 23, 2025, to help assess the potential adverse effects. Comments can be sent through multiple channels, including online at regulations.gov.

    Simple Explanation

    The Maritime Administration is asking people to tell them if using a foreign boat called M/V SARITA in the U.S. might hurt American boat makers or businesses. They want comments by May 23, 2025, and people can share their thoughts online.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 17151
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Maritime Administration (MARAD), part of the Department of Transportation, has released a notice regarding a request to use a foreign-built small passenger vessel, S/V Echo, in U.S. coastwise trade. This notice seeks public comments on whether the vessel's use might negatively impact U.S. vessel builders or businesses relying on U.S.-built vessels. Comments must be submitted by May 23, 2025, via the methods outlined in the notice. The public can access further details and the request on the Federal eRulemaking Portal.

    Simple Explanation

    The Maritime Administration, part of the government, wants to know if using a foreign-built boat called S/V Echo for carrying people in the U.S. could hurt American boat makers or businesses. They are asking for people's thoughts on this.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 17127
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Maritime Administration under the Department of Transportation is requesting public comments on the use of a foreign-built vessel, the M/V Thormax, for carrying up to twelve passengers for hire in U.S. coastwise trade. They want to determine if this usage could negatively impact U.S. vessel builders or coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. Individuals and businesses are invited to submit comments on this potential impact by May 23, 2025. Comments should mention the vessel's name, the commenter's interest, and any detailed evidence supporting concerns about negative effects.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to know if a foreign-made boat called the M/V Thormax can carry up to twelve people for business in U.S. waters without hurting American boat makers or businesses. They're asking people to share their opinions and concerns about this by May 23, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 17133
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Maritime Administration (MARAD) under the Department of Transportation is considering a request regarding the use of a foreign-built vessel, named M/V Loon, for carrying up to 12 passengers in U.S. coastwise trade. MARAD is seeking public comments to help decide if this would negatively impact U.S. shipbuilders or coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. Public feedback is open until May 23, 2025, and comments can be submitted through various methods detailed in the document. Personal information included in the comments will be publicly accessible, and commenters can request confidential treatment for certain commercial information.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is thinking about letting a special boat called M/V Loon, which was made in another country, carry people around β€” up to twelve at a time β€” on U.S. waters. They want people to say if this is a good idea or if it might cause problems for those who build boats here or use American-made boats for their businesses.