Federal Register #MARAD-2026-1061

Public Comment Request: Use of Foreign-Built Vessel M/V MEAT WAGON 2 in U.S. Coastwise Trade

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), under the U.S. Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on a request to allow the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V MEAT WAGON 2 to operate in U.S. coastwise trade. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration (MARAD) - Vessel Details: - M/V MEAT WAGON 2 (foreign-built small passenger vessel) - Proposed use: Carrying up to twelve passengers for hire in U.S. coastwise trade - Purpose of Notice: - Soliciting public input on whether the use of this foreign-built vessel would have an undue adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders or businesses operating U.S.-built vessels - Request for supporting documentation to substantiate any claims of adverse impact - No specific OEMs, vendors, or part numbers are mentioned beyond the vessel itself - Unique Requirements: - Comments should address potential adverse effects on U.S. shipbuilding and passenger vessel operations - Supporting evidence is encouraged for any claims submitted

Description

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), under the U.S. Department of Transportation, is authorized to determine the coastwise use of foreign-built and certain U.S.-built vessels carrying no more than twelve passengers for hire. MARAD has received a determination request for the vessel M/V MEAT WAGON 2 and is soliciting public comments to assess whether the proposed use would adversely affect U.S. vessel builders or coastwise trade businesses using U.S.-built vessels. Comments should address the potential undue adverse effects and include supporting documentation. The notice includes instructions for submitting comments and information on public participation.

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