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Amtrak Freedom of Information Act Program Update

The National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) has issued an interim final rule to update its Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) program. The rule increases FOIA request fees, updates mailing addresses, and provides new online portals for submitting requests. The changes are effective September 29, 2025.

Public Hearings and Comments on Intermodal Transportation System

The National Commission on Intermodal Transportation announced public hearings and a comment period regarding the intermodal transportation system. Hearings are scheduled for May and June 1994 in Washington D.C., New Orleans, and Los Angeles.

Notice: Foreign-built small passenger vessel use in coastwise trade

The Maritime Administration has issued a notice regarding the use of a foreign-built small passenger vessel, the M/V REELAXIN, in U.S. coastwise trade. The notice is open for public comment for 20 days.

Notice: Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel Use in Coastwise Trade

The Maritime Administration has issued a notice requesting public comment on the use of a foreign-built small passenger vessel, S/V BODACIOUS, in United States coastwise trade. This notice is part of a consultation process to determine potential approvals for such operations.

Notice: Foreign-built small passenger vessel for US coastwise trade

The Maritime Administration has issued a notice requesting public comment on the use of a foreign-built small passenger vessel in United States coastwise trade. The comment period closes on April 3, 2026.

Notice: Foreign-built small passenger vessel US coastwise trade

The Maritime Administration has issued a notice regarding the use of a foreign-built small passenger vessel, the M/V SAPPHIRE, in United States coastwise trade. The agency is seeking public comment on this request.

Notice: Foreign-built vessel use in US coastwise trade

The Maritime Administration has issued a notice regarding the use of a foreign-built small passenger vessel in U.S. coastwise trade. The notice is open for public comment until April 1, 2026.

Revisions to Civil Penalty Amounts for 2025

The Department of Transportation has published a final rule revising civil penalty amounts for 2025. This rule impacts multiple agencies within the DOT, including the FAA, FMCSA, FRA, NHTSA, PHMSA, and the Maritime Administration, by adjusting monetary penalties for various violations.

Tariff of Tolls for Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway

The Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation has published its final Tariff of Tolls. This rule establishes the fees for using the St. Lawrence Seaway for the upcoming navigation season. The updated tariff is effective immediately upon publication.

Seaway Regulations and Rules Periodic Update

The Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation has published a periodic update to its Seaway Regulations and Rules. This rule amends various categories within the existing regulations. The update is effective immediately upon publication.