2025-16691Notice

Foreign 'HEY BAY' Boat Eyes US Coastal Passenger Runs

Published Date: 9/2/2025

Notice

Summary

MARAD is checking if a foreign-built small passenger boat, the M/V HEY BAY, can be used for U.S. coastal trips carrying up to 12 passengers. They want to hear from folks who think this might hurt U.S. boat builders or businesses using American-made vessels. If you care about local boat jobs or coastal trade, now’s the time to speak up before a decision is made!

Analyzed Economic Effects

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Public Review: Foreign-Built Boat in Coastwise Trade

MARAD is asking for public comments on whether the foreign-built vessel M/V HEY BAY should be allowed to operate in U.S. coastwise trade carrying no more than 12 passengers for hire. If you are a U.S. vessel builder or a U.S. coastwise trade business that uses U.S.-built vessels, MARAD wants to know if this proposed use would have an adverse effect on your business.

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9/2/2025

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