Government Seeks Public Input on Vessel Named 'COCONUT MONKEY'
Published Date: 12/12/2025
Notice
Summary
The Maritime Administration is checking if the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V COCONUT MONKEY can be used for U.S. coastwise trade without hurting American boat builders or businesses. They’re asking for public comments by January 12, 2026, to help decide. If approved, this could open doors for new passenger services but won’t cost taxpayers anything right now.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Foreign-Built Vessel May Enter Coastwise Trade
MARAD is considering whether the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V COCONUT MONKEY can receive U.S. coastwise documentation to carry no more than 12 passengers for hire. Interested parties may submit comments by January 12, 2026. If approved, the decision could enable new passenger services, and the notice states this action will not cost taxpayers anything right now.
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