S/V CAT 5 Sails Toward US Trade Waiver and Public Scrutiny
Published Date: 3/18/2026
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Department of Transportation is asking for public comments on whether a foreign-built small passenger vessel, the S/V CAT 5, should be allowed to operate in U.S. coastal trade carrying up to 12 passengers. This decision could affect U.S. boat builders and businesses using American-made vessels. Comments are open until April 17, 2026, so now’s the time to speak up if you care about local shipbuilding and coastal business!
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Foreign-Built Vessel May Enter Coastwise Trade
If you are a U.S. boat builder or run a business that uses U.S.-built vessels, MARAD is considering whether the foreign-built S/V CAT 5 may operate in U.S. coastwise trade carrying up to 12 passengers for hire. MARAD is asking for public comments to decide if allowing this use would have an adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders or coastwise trade businesses. Comments are open until April 17, 2026.
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