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The Maritime Administration, part of the Department of Transportation, is seeking nominations for membership in the U.S. Maritime Transportation System National Advisory Committee (MTSNAC). This committee provides advice and recommendations to the Maritime Administrator on improving the efficiency of maritime transportation, including short sea shipping and other related areas. Members will be selected based on their expertise, experience, and willingness to serve, ensuring a balanced representation of various maritime interests. The deadline for applications is February 8, 2021, though applications may continue to be accepted to fill any vacancies during the term.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) of the U.S. Department of Transportation is considering a request to determine if a foreign-built vessel, Skydancer, can be approved for a coastwise endorsement, allowing it to carry up to 12 passengers for commercial sailing charters in California. MARAD is inviting public comments on how this decision might affect U.S. vessel builders or businesses that use American-flagged vessels. The application is available for review online, and comments can be submitted via the federal eRulemaking portal or by mail. Comments will be publicly available unless submitted as confidential commercial information.

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.