MARAD Comment Request on Coastwise Use of M/V FELIX FELICIS
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MARAD is asking for public comments on whether the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V FELIX FELICIS should be allowed to operate in U.S. coastwise trade, carrying no more than 12 passengers for hire. The main question is whether this proposed use would hurt U.S. vessel builders or businesses that already use U.S.-built vessels in similar services. Shipbuilders, small passenger vessel operators, and other affected maritime businesses have until June 22, 2026, to submit comments.
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Key Changes
- Opens a public comment period on a request to use a foreign-built small passenger vessel in U.S. coastwise trade
- Focuses the review on possible harm to U.S. vessel builders and U.S.-built vessel operators
- Sets June 22, 2026, as the deadline for public comments
Obligations
What this law requires
Persons submitting comments on the MARAD determination request for M/V FELIX FELICIS must submit them on or before June 22, 2026.
Comment submissions must identify DOT Docket Number MARAD-2026-0796 and include the agency name in the submission.