Request Notice: Use of Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel in U.S. Coastwise Trade, S/V THE SALTY LADY
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This notice asks for public comments on the possible use of a foreign-built vessel, THE SALTY LADY, in U.S. coastwise trade for carrying up to twelve passengers. MARAD wants to determine if this will negatively affect U.S. shipbuilders or businesses relying on U.S.-built vessels. If you're in the maritime industry, especially if you depend on U.S. construction, you'll want to weigh in.
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Key Changes
- Public comments are requested on the use of a foreign-built vessel in U.S. trade.
- Determines impact on U.S. shipbuilders and coastwise trade.
- Open comment period for potential effects on U.S. businesses.
Obligations
What this law requires
Submit comments on the foreign-built vessel THE SALTY LADY's proposed coastwise trade use on or before May 14, 2026, to DOT Docket Number MARAD-2026-0595
Submit comments via Federal eRulemaking Portal (https://www.regulations.gov), mail, or hand delivery to the Docket Management Facility at U.S. Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, West Building, Room W12-140, Washington, DC 20590
Include the DOT Docket Number MARAD-2026-0595 and commenter's name, mailing address, email address, or telephone number in all comment submissions
Comments must reference the vessel name, state the commenter's specific interest in the request, and demonstrate with supporting documentation any undue adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders and coastwise trade businesses
Submit comments in English language only