MARAD Seeks Comments on M/V CHACHI Coastwise Passenger Service Request
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This notice opens a public comment period on whether the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V CHACHI should be allowed to operate in U.S. coastwise trade, carrying up to 12 paying passengers. MARAD is asking for input on whether approving the request would harm U.S. vessel builders or businesses that already use U.S.-built vessels in coastwise passenger services. Comments are due by June 22, 2026, under docket MARAD-2026-0760.
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Key Changes
- Opens public comments on a request to use the foreign-built M/V CHACHI in U.S. coastwise passenger service
- Focuses review on possible harm to U.S. vessel builders and U.S.-built vessel operators
- Sets a June 22, 2026 deadline for submitting comments to MARAD
Obligations
What this law requires
Any party submitting comments on the M/V CHACHI coastwise trade request must submit them on or before June 22, 2026.
Comment submissions must identify DOT Docket Number MARAD-2026-0760 when filed through regulations.gov, by mail, or by hand delivery.