M/V Pipe Dream Coastwise Trade Application Comment Period
Summary
The Maritime Administration (MARAD) has opened a 29-day public comment period on an application for M/V Pipe Dream to engage in coastwise trade. Coastwise trade refers to the transportation of passengers or merchandise between points in the United States, which is restricted to vessels meeting certain ownership and documentation requirements. MARAD is soliciting public input on this vessel's eligibility and authorization request.
What changed
MARAD has posted a public comment form on Regulations.gov to receive feedback on an application for the vessel M/V Pipe Dream to conduct coastwise trade. The comment period is set at 29 days, which is shorter than the standard 60 or 90-day comment periods typically seen in regulatory consultations. Commenters may submit up to 20 files (max 10MB each) and may identify as individuals, organizations, or anonymously.
Affected parties include maritime operators, shipping companies, and other stakeholders with interest in coastwise trade authorizations. Submitters should be aware that any personally identifiable information included in comments may be publicly disclosed on Regulations.gov. The public comment process allows MARAD to gather relevant information and stakeholder input before making a determination on the vessel's coastwise trade eligibility.
What to do next
- Submit public comments via Regulations.gov during the 29-day comment period
- Identify as Individual, Organization, or Anonymous when commenting
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