Federal Register #MARAD-2026-0830

MARAD Seeks Comments on Use of Foreign-Built Passenger Vessel S/V JERSEY GIRL in U.S. Coastwise Trade

The Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking public input on the proposed use of the foreign-built small passenger vessel S/V JERSEY GIRL in U.S. coastwise trade. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation (DOT), Maritime Administration (MARAD) - Vessel Details: - Vessel Name: S/V JERSEY GIRL - Foreign-built small passenger vessel - Intended for use in U.S. coastwise trade - Limited to carrying no more than twelve passengers for hire - Purpose of Notice: - Soliciting public comments to determine if the vessel's operation would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or U.S. businesses using U.S.-built vessels - Unique Requirements: - Vessel must be foreign-built - Passenger limit of twelve for hire - No procurement of products or services; this is a regulatory request for information - No OEMs, vendors, or product/service line items are specified in this notice

Description

The Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) is requesting comments on a determination regarding the coastwise use of a foreign-built small passenger vessel named JERSEY GIRL. The vessel carries no more than twelve passengers for hire. MARAD is seeking public input to assess whether the proposed use of this vessel would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. Comments are due by June 22, 2026.

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