Can Norma Jean, the Foreign Flirt, Ferry Folks on US Coasts?
Published Date: 3/2/2026
Notice
Summary
The Maritime Administration is asking for your thoughts on letting the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V NORMA JEAN operate in U.S. coastal waters carrying up to 12 passengers. This decision could affect U.S. boat builders and businesses that use American-made vessels. If you want to share your opinion, make sure to comment by April 1, 2026!
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Foreign-built 12‑passenger Vessel May Compete
If you are a U.S. boat builder or a business that uses U.S.-built vessels, MARAD is considering allowing the foreign-built M/V NORMA JEAN to operate in U.S. coastwise trade carrying up to 12 passengers for hire. MARAD is asking for comments (submit by April 1, 2026) on whether this use would have an undue adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders or coastwise trade businesses that employ U.S.-built vessels.
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