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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.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is inviting public comments about the potential impact of using a foreign-built small passenger vessel, the M/V Naveapr, in U.S. waters. This request is to determine if the vessel's operation would negatively affect U.S. shipbuilders or businesses that rely on U.S.-built vessels. Comments can be submitted through the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mail by May 23, 2025. All comments will be available to the public, and submitters can request confidential treatment for certain information provided.

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.