The U.S. Coast Guard has published a Federal Register Request for Comments regarding a draft update to NVIC 02-99, Change 1 (Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular), which modernizes guidance on the Streamlined Inspection Program (SIP). The draft NVIC represents a significant update to SIP policies and reflects technological advances and operational changes in the maritime industry since the

On August 10, the Administration extended the Jones Act waiver for an additional 90 days, through mid-November. The extension does narrow the waiver in ways CSA and others in the industry have been pressing for: blanket exemptions are replaced by case-by-case review of individual voyages, the Department of War must now consult with MARAD

On August 6, Senator Sullivan (R-AK) and Representative Fong (R-CA-20) introduced Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolutions that seek to disapprove and invalidate the action submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to address engine pollution standards for Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth. If passed by both chambers and signed by the President, the resolution would provide

Following the discussions at MEPC 84, where consensus on the original NZF text was not reached, several alternative proposals have been put forward. The ISWG-GHG 22 meetings scheduled for September 1–4, 2026, will be the next opportunity for IMO Member States to discuss these key issues. To help navigate these developments, please find the

The House passed H.R. 8800 (FY 2027 National Defense Authorization Act) on July 22, 2026, incorporating the SHIPS for America Act as Title XXXVI through Amendment #313, with additional maritime provisions included under Title XXXV through Amendment #066. The linked analysis outlines key changes to the core elements of the original SHIPS Act (H.R. 3151) and the White

Consistent with our discussion at your May meetings, please find at the link below, CSA's comments to the docket on the NOAA Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to Amend the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule, submitted June 1, 2026 to the docket.   CSA - Comments to the Docket -

CSA recently submitted formal comments to the U.S. Coast Guard regarding the modernization of the Streamlined Inspection Program (SIP). As the Coast Guard looks to improve regulatory efficiency and strengthen the U.S. maritime industrial base, we have provided several recommendations to ensure the program remains a functional and valuable tool for our members. A

The White House approved a 60-day Jones Act waiver on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 in response to fuel price volatility. Below is a letter formally submitted to the Secretary of Homeland Security regarding the waiver. A similar letter was also sent to the Administrator of MARAD. CSA remains a supporter of the Jones Act