Ship Fund Typo Fixed: Sail On, Bureaucrats
Published Date: 9/28/2026
Proposed Rule
Summary
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.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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CCF applicants face $2,160 annual paperwork burden
If you apply to the Maritime Administration's Capital Construction Fund (CCF) program, you must provide information identified under OMB Control Number 2133-0027 so MARAD can determine your eligibility and compliance. The agency estimates the annual paperwork burden (cost) for this information collection is $2,160.00. This correction takes effect September 28, 2026.
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