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CSA Comments to the docket on the NOAA Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to Amend the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule

2026-06-05T12:24:17-04:00June 2nd, 2026|CSA News, Policy Changes|

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 Maritime Compliance Risk Radar Q1 2026

2026-04-16T12:45:22-04:00April 16th, 2026|Policy Changes|

Please linked below the Q1 2026 edition of the Maritime Compliance Risk Radar. This report analyzes U.S. Coast Guard and Paris MOU inspection data to help you identify key risk areas, prepare for upcoming vessel examinations, and improve vessel safety. Key insights from this quarter’s analysis include: Divergent Global Priorities: A significant difference in enforcement

CSA Comments to USCG Streamlined Inspection Program (SIP)

2026-03-25T13:55:41-04:00March 24th, 2026|CSA News, Policy Changes|

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

60-Day Jones Act Waiver

2026-03-18T15:57:53-04:00March 18th, 2026|CSA News, Policy Changes|

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

CSA Maritime Action Plan Summary

2026-02-18T12:52:48-05:00February 17th, 2026|Policy Changes|

The White House released America's Maritime Action Plan (MAP) on Friday, February 13, 2026. For owners and operators, the MAP aims to stimulate demand for U.S. built and U.S. flagged vessels through significant new financial incentives, cargo preference requirements, and federal support programs. Key proposals include: Establishing a "Maritime Security Trust Fund" financed by a new universal fee on

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