Starry Voyage Ahead? 'Star Fisher' Seeks U.S. Coastal Okay
Published Date: 4/23/2025
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Summary
MARAD is checking if a foreign-built small passenger boat, the M/V Star Fisher, can be used for U.S. coastal trips carrying up to 12 passengers. They want to hear from folks who might be affected, like U.S. boat builders or businesses using American-made vessels. If approved, this could change who’s allowed to run these kinds of boats along the coast, so don’t miss your chance to comment soon!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
Foreign-built M/V Star Fisher Seeks Coastwise Use
The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is considering a request to allow the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V Star Fisher to engage in U.S. coastwise trade carrying no more than twelve passengers for hire. If approved, this decision could change who is allowed to operate these kinds of small passenger boats along the U.S. coast.
Possible Adverse Effect on U.S. Boat Builders
MARAD is asking for comments to decide whether allowing the M/V Star Fisher’s proposed coastwise use would have an adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels. The agency will consider impacts on those U.S. builders and businesses when making its determination.
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