Action
Notice of proposed rulemaking.
Summary
The Coast Guard proposes permanent changes to its notification of arrival and departure requirements for commercial vessels greater than 300 gross tons bound for or departing from ports or places in the United States. We propose to incorporate most of the temporary changes we made following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. We also propose to consolidate the notice of departure and notice of arrival; require electronic submission of cargo manifest information to U.S. Customs Service; and require additional crew and passenger information. The proposed permanent changes would help ensure public safety, security, and the uninterrupted flow of commerce.