Federal Register #MARAD-2026-0629

MARAD Seeks Comments on Use of Foreign-built Passenger Vessel M/V ALEGRIA in U.S. Coastwise Trade

The Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking public input on a request to permit the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V ALEGRIA to operate in U.S. coastwise trade. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration (MARAD) - Vessel and OEMs: - Foreign-built small passenger vessel: M/V ALEGRIA - No specific OEMs or manufacturers named beyond the vessel itself - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured; this is a regulatory request for public comment - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Vessel is foreign-built and limited to carrying no more than twelve passengers for hire - MARAD is evaluating potential adverse effects on U.S. vessel builders and operators of U.S.-built vessels - Public comments are solicited to inform MARAD's determination - No contract award or procurement action is being made at this stage

Description

The Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking public comments on a request to allow the use of a foreign-built small passenger vessel, M/V ALEGRIA, in the United States coastwise trade. This notice aims to determine whether the proposed use of this vessel, which carries no more than twelve passengers for hire, would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. Comments are requested to assist in this determination and must be submitted by May 18, 2026.

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