The Maritime Administration (MARAD), under the Department of Transportation, is evaluating a request to use a foreign-built vessel called S/V Daydreams for commercial transport of up to twelve passengers in the U.S. coastwise trade. Public comments are being solicited to determine if this use could negatively affect U.S. shipbuilders or businesses that rely on American-built vessels. The public can submit their comments through various channels until May 23, 2025. All comments, unless marked as confidential, will be made publicly available and included in the processing of this request.
Simple Explanation
The government is thinking about letting a special boat from another country give rides to only a few people in America. They want to know if this is a good idea or if it might hurt the people who build and use boats made in America, so they are asking everyone to share their thoughts.