U.S. Maritime Administration Seeks Public Comments on Request for Administrative Waiver of Coastwise Trade Laws for 36′ Sailboat DOVE IV

Summary

The U.S. Maritime Administration is seeking public comments on a request to waive the U.S.-build requirements of the coastwise trade laws for a 36′ sailboat, DOVE IV, which would allow it to carry up to 12 passengers for hire, provided it is at least three years old. The request was submitted to MARAD, and the public has until a certain date to provide feedback on the proposal.