Government Mulls Grand Adventure's American Coastal Joyride
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 GRAND ADVENTURE operate in U.S. coastal waters. This decision could affect U.S. shipbuilders and businesses using American-made boats, so your input matters! Comments are open until April 1, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Foreign-Built Vessel Could Hurt U.S. Shipbuilders
MARAD is considering allowing the foreign-built small passenger vessel M/V GRAND ADVENTURE to operate in U.S. coastwise trade carrying no more than 12 passengers for hire. MARAD is asking whether this would have an adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders; comments are due April 1, 2026.
Possible Effect on Coastwise Trade Operators
The request would allow the foreign-built M/V GRAND ADVENTURE to operate in U.S. coastal trade carrying up to 12 paying passengers if MARAD determines there is no undue adverse effect. MARAD seeks comments on whether this action would harm U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels; submit comments by April 1, 2026.
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Personalize government policy and PRIA will tell you what this federal register document means for your household, plus every other regulation we track. PRIA reads each provision against your financial profile to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Related Federal Register Documents
2026-12547, Tanker Security Program
The Tanker Security Program (TSP) helps keep a fleet of U.S.-flagged tankers ready for national defense and security needs. This final rule updates the program based on feedback and sets new rules for which tankers qualify, including limits on government charters. Starting July 23, 2026, eligible tanker owners can receive payments to support their operations, boosting America’s maritime strength and economy.
2026-19800, Request Notice: Use of Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel in United States Coastwise Trade, M/V KUDU
The U.S. Department of Transportation is asking for public comments on whether a foreign-built small passenger vessel, the M/V KUDU, should be allowed to operate in U.S. coastal trade. This decision could impact U.S. boat builders and businesses using American-made vessels. Comments are open until October 28, 2026, so now’s the time to weigh in!
2026-19794, Request Notice: Use of Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel in United States Coastwise Trade, M/V NAIAD
The U.S. Department of Transportation is asking for your thoughts on letting a foreign-built small passenger boat, the M/V NAIAD, operate in U.S. coastal waters carrying up to 12 passengers. They want to make sure this won’t hurt American boat builders or businesses using U.S.-built vessels. If you have opinions, send them in by October 28, 2026!
2026-19793, Request Notice: Use of Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel in United States Coastwise Trade, S/V SUZIE MANUELA
The Maritime Administration is asking for public comments on whether a foreign-built small passenger vessel, the S/V SUZIE MANUELA, should be allowed to operate in U.S. coastal trade. This decision could affect U.S. shipbuilders and businesses using American-made vessels. Comments are due by October 28, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in!
2026-19786, Capital Construction Fund Revision; Correction
The Maritime Administration fixed a small mistake in its recent Capital Construction Fund (CCF) update notice. This correction clarifies the paperwork rules and confirms the $2,160 yearly cost for applicants using the CCF program. If you’re involved in maritime construction funding, this update keeps things clear and on track starting September 28, 2026.
2026-19799, Request Notice: Use of Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel in United States Coastwise Trade, S/V MY OFFICE
The U.S. Department of Transportation is asking for public comments on whether a foreign-built small passenger vessel called S/V MY OFFICE should be allowed to operate in U.S. coastal trade. This decision affects businesses using U.S.-built vessels and could impact the local shipbuilding industry. Comments are due by October 28, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in!
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2026-04006, Veterans Rural Health Advisory Committee, Notice of Meeting
The Veterans Rural Health Advisory Committee is meeting online on March 23, 2026, to talk about how to make health care better for Veterans living in rural areas. Anyone can join the meeting or share their thoughts by sending comments ahead of time. This is a great chance for Veterans and the public to help improve VA health services without any cost or travel needed.
Next: 2026-04008, Request Notice: Use of Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel in United States Coastwise Trade, M/V NORMA JEAN
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!