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The Maritime Administration under the Department of Transportation has announced the availability of $19.6 million in grants through the Small Shipyard Grant Program. These grants aim to enhance efficiency and quality in small shipyard operations, focusing on capital improvements and training for workers in shipbuilding-related industries. Applications for these grants are open until February 25, 2021, with strict eligibility criteria, including the requirement for shipyards to have fewer than 1,200 production employees. The program encourages the use of U.S.-produced goods and supports projects that aid rural areas and opportunity zones.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking public comments on its plan to renew an information collection for the United States Marine Highway Program. This collection, designated as OMB 2133-0541, will help evaluate applications for grant funding. Changes made by the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for 2023 removed the need for MARAD to pre-designate a project for grant competition. A public notice was issued to gather feedback in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is hosting a public meeting to discuss the decommissioning and disposition of the Nuclear Ship Savannah (NSS). This meeting is part of a larger effort under the National Historic Preservation Act. The Peer Review Group (PRG), which includes officials from several federal and state agencies, will provide feedback on plans for the NSS, and public input is encouraged. The meeting will take place on January 21, 2025, and will be accessible in person, online, or by phone.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is considering a request for a waiver of the U.S.-build requirements under coastwise trade laws for the vessel SHARED ADVENTURE II. This waiver would allow the vessel to transport up to twelve passengers for hire in various U.S. coastal regions, with Fort Lauderdale, FL, as its base. MARAD solicits public comments on the potential impact of granting the waiver on U.S. vessel builders and businesses using U.S.-flag vessels. Comments are due by February 8, 2021, and may be submitted through specified online or mail methods.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking public comments on its plan to ask for approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to renew a data collection related to the Centers of Excellence (CoE) for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education. This information is used to determine which training centers can be designated as CoEs. The renewal is part of a strategy to maintain and modernize the maritime workforce, in line with the National Defense Authorization Act of 2018. Public and institutions have 30 days to provide feedback on this proposal.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), part of the U.S. Department of Transportation, is inviting public comments on the eligibility of a foreign-built vessel, ZEKI, for a coastwise endorsement to carry up to 12 passengers in the U.S. The vessel is intended for passenger cruises and transport along the north and east coasts of Puerto Rico, based in San Juan. Comments can be submitted until January 21, 2025, and should consider the potential impact on U.S. vessel builders and businesses using U.S.-flag vessels. The complete application is available online for review, and MARAD will use public feedback to assess any adverse effects on U.S. industries before issuing a decision.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) under the Department of Transportation has received a request for a waiver of the coastwise trade laws for a vessel over three years old, named ISLAND REEF, to allow it to carry up to twelve passengers for hire. The vessel is intended to be used for snorkel, sport fishing, and scuba tours in Puerto Rico. The public is invited to submit comments on this request by February 8, 2021. Comments can be submitted through the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mail, and they will be made publicly available.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) of the U.S. Department of Transportation is inviting public comments on a request concerning the coastwise endorsement eligibility of the SEA CZAR, a foreign-built vessel intended to offer passenger charters in the Pacific Northwest. The vessel will operate from Tacoma to the Canadian border, including the San Juan Islands and Lake Washington. MARAD seeks feedback on how this could impact U.S. vessel builders or businesses using U.S.-flag vessels, and comments can be submitted via various methods until January 6, 2025. If adverse effects are determined, MARAD may deny the endorsement.

The Department of Transportation issued a final rule that updates the penalties for violations of certain DOT regulations to account for inflation, as required by legislation from 2015. These updates affect various areas such as air and motor vehicle safety, hazardous materials transportation, and railroad operations. The changes include adjustments in the minimum and maximum fines that can be imposed for different types of violations. The rule was implemented immediately and did not include a notice and comment period, as per the stipulations of the legislation enabling these adjustments.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), under the Department of Transportation, is looking to determine if a foreign-built vessel, named Open Seas, can be eligible for coastwise trade endorsement. This endorsement would allow the vessel to carry up to 12 passengers for hire. The administration is seeking public comments on how this might impact U.S. vessel builders or businesses using U.S.-flagged vessels. Comments, which can be submitted by February 5, 2025, should focus on whether approving this request could negatively affect domestic industry.