Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018Public Law 115–282, as amendedFrank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018282119–60Statute CompilationUnited States House of RepresentativesOffice of the Legislative Counseltext/xmlENPursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain.GPO Statute Compilations USLM converter, version 202404192026-01-16Federal Maritime Commission Authorization Act of 2017Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018National Timing Resilience and Security Act of 2018Vessel Incidental Discharge Act of 2018154071152018-12-04Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018[(Public Law 115–282)][As Amended Through P.L. 119–60, Enacted December 18, 2025][Currency: This publication is a compilation of the text of Public Law 115-282. It was last amended by the public law listed in the As Amended Through note above and below at the bottom of each page of the pdf version and reflects current law through the date of the enactment of the public law listed at https://www.govinfo.gov/app/collection/comps/][Note: While this publication does not represent an official version of any Federal statute, substantial efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of its contents. The official version of Federal law is found in the United States Statutes at Large and in the United States Code. The legal effect to be given to the Statutes at Large and the United States Code is established by statute (1 U.S.C. 112, 204).]AN ACTTo authorize appropriations for the Coast Guard, and for other purposes.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the “Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018”.SEC. 2. TABLE OF CONTENTS. The table of contents of this Act is as follows:Sec. 1.Sec. 2.TITLE I—Sec. 101.Sec. 102.Sec. 103.Sec. 104.Sec. 105.Sec. 106.Sec. 107.Sec. 108.Sec. 109.Sec. 110.Sec. 111.Sec. 112.Sec. 113.Sec. 114.Sec. 115.Sec. 116.Sec. 117.Sec. 118.Sec. 119.Sec. 120.Sec. 121.Sec. 122.Sec. 123.Sec. 124.TITLE II—Sec. 201.Sec. 202.Sec. 203.Sec. 204.Sec. 205.Sec. 206.TITLE III—Sec. 301.Sec. 302.Sec. 303.Sec. 304.Sec. 305.Sec. 306.Sec. 307.Sec. 308.Sec. 309.Sec. 310.Sec. 311.Sec. 312.Sec. 313.Sec. 314.Sec. 315.Sec. 316.Sec. 317.Sec. 318.Sec. 319.TITLE IV—Sec. 401.Sec. 402.Sec. 403.Sec. 404.Sec. 405.Sec. 406.Sec. 407.TITLE V—Sec. 501.Sec. 502.Sec. 503.Sec. 504.Sec. 505.Sec. 506.Sec. 507.Sec. 508.Sec. 509.Sec. 510.Sec. 511.Sec. 512.Sec. 513.Sec. 514.Sec. 515.Sec. 516.TITLE VI—Sec. 601.Sec. 602.TITLE VII—Sec. 701.Sec. 702.Sec. 703.Sec. 704.Sec. 705.Sec. 706.Sec. 707.Sec. 708.Sec. 709.Sec. 710.Sec. 711.Sec. 712.Sec. 713.Sec. 714.TITLE VIII—Sec. 801.Sec. 802.Sec. 803.Sec. 804.Sec. 805.Sec. 806.Sec. 807.Sec. 808.Sec. 809.Sec. 810.Sec. 811.Sec. 812.Sec. 813.Sec. 814.Sec. 815.Sec. 816.Sec. 817.Sec. 818.Sec. 819.Sec. 820.Sec. 821.Sec. 822.Sec. 823.Sec. 824.Sec. 825.Sec. 826.Sec. 827.Sec. 828.Sec. 829.Sec. 830.Sec. 831.Sec. 832.Sec. 833.Sec. 834.Sec. 835.Sec. 836.Sec. 837.Sec. 838.Sec. 839.TITLE IX—Sec. 901.Sec. 902.Sec. 903.TITLE X—Sec. 1001.Sec. 1002.Sec. 1003.
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SEC. 102. [14 U.S.C. 1]SUBTITLE I. Part I of title 14, United States Code,is amended by striking the part designation, the part heading, and the table of chapters at the beginning and inserting the following:“Subtitle I—Establishment, Powers, Duties, and Administration “1.“3.“5.“7.“9.“11.SEC. 103. CHAPTER 1. (a) [14 U.S.C. 1]Initial Matter.—Chapter 1 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning and inserting the following:“CHAPTER 1—ESTABLISHMENT AND DUTIES “101.“102.“103.“104.“105.“106..(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 1 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation1Establishment of Coast Guard1012Primary duties1023Department in which the Coast Guard operates103652Removing restrictions1044Secretary defined1055Commandant defined106SEC. 104. CHAPTER 3. (a) [14 U.S.C. 41]Initial Matter.—Chapter 3 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning and inserting the following:“CHAPTER 3—COMPOSITION AND ORGANIZATION “301.“302.“303.“304.“305.“306.“307.“308.“309.“310.“311.“312.“313.“314.“315.“316.“317.“318..(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 3 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation41Grades and ratings30144Commandant; appointment30246Retirement of Commandant or Vice Commandant30347Vice Commandant; appointment30450Vice admirals30551Retirement30652Vice admirals and admiral, continuity of grade30756Chief Acquisition Officer30853Office of the Coast Guard Reserve; Director30954Chief of Staff to President: appointment31057Prevention and response workforces31258Centers of expertise for Coast Guard prevention and response31359Marine industry training program31460Training course on workings of Congress31598National Coast Guard Museum316336United States Coast Guard Band; composition; director317(c) Additional Changes.—(1) In general.—Chapter 3 of title 14, United States Code, is further amended—(A) by inserting after section 310 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SEC. § 311. [14 U.S.C. 311] Captains of the por “Any officer, including any petty officer, may be designated by the Commandant as captain of the port or ports or adjacent high seas or waters over which the United States has jurisdiction, as the Commandant deems necessary to facilitate execution of Coast Guard duties.”; and(B) by inserting after section 317 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SEC. § 318. [14 U.S.C. 318] Environmental Compliance and Restoration Progra “(a) Definitions.—For the purposes of this section—“(1) ‘environment’, ‘facility’, ‘person’, ‘release’, ‘removal’, ‘remedial’, and ‘response’ have the same meaning they have in section 101 of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (42 U.S.C. 9601);“(2) ‘hazardous substance’ has the same meaning it has in section 101 of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (42 U.S.C. 9601), except that it also includes the meaning given ‘oil’ in section 311 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1321); and“(3) ‘pollutant’ has the same meaning it has in section 502 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1362).“(b) Program.—“(1) The Secretary shall carry out a program of environmental compliance and restoration at current and former Coast Guard facilities.“(2) Program goals include:“(A) Identifying, investigating, and cleaning up contamination from hazardous substances and pollutants.“(B) Correcting other environmental damage that poses an imminent and substantial danger to the public health or welfare or to the environment.“(C) Demolishing and removing unsafe buildings and structures, including buildings and structures at former Coast Guard facilities.“(D) Preventing contamination from hazardous substances and pollutants at current Coast Guard facilities.“(3)(A) The Secretary shall respond to releases of hazardous substances and pollutants—“(i) at each Coast Guard facility the United States owns, leases, or otherwise possesses;“(ii) at each Coast Guard facility the United States owned, leased, or otherwise possessed when the actions leading to contamination from hazardous substances or pollutants occurred; and“(iii) on each vessel the Coast Guard owns or operates.“(B) Subparagraph (A) of this paragraph does not apply to a removal or remedial action when a potentially responsible person responds under section 122 of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (42 U.S.C. 9622).“(C) The Secretary shall pay a fee or charge imposed by a State authority for permit services for disposing of hazardous substances or pollutants from Coast Guard facilities to the same extent that nongovernmental entities are required to pay for permit services. This subparagraph does not apply to a payment that is the responsibility of a lessee, contractor, or other private person.“(4) The Secretary may agree with another Federal agency for that agency to assist in carrying out the Secretary’s responsibilities under this section. The Secretary may enter into contracts, cooperative agreements, and grant agreements with State and local governments to assist in carrying out the Secretary’s responsibilities under this section. Services that may be obtained under this paragraph include identifying, investigating, and cleaning up off-site contamination that may have resulted from the release of a hazardous substance or pollutant at a Coast Guard facility.“(5) Section 119 of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (42 U.S.C. 9619) applies to response action contractors that carry out response actions under this section. The Coast Guard shall indemnify response action contractors to the extent that adequate insurance is not generally available at a fair price at the time the contractor enters into the contract to cover the contractor’s reasonable, potential, long-term liability.“(c) Amounts Recovered for Response Actions.—“(1) All sums appropriated to carry out the Coast Guard’s environmental compliance and restoration functions under this section or another law shall be credited or transferred to an appropriate Coast Guard account, as determined by the Commandant and remain available until expended.“(2) Funds may be obligated or expended from such account to carry out the Coast Guard’s environmental compliance and restoration functions under this section or another law.“(3) In proposing the budget for any fiscal year under section 1105 of title 31, the President shall set forth separately the amount requested for the Coast Guard’s environmental compliance and restoration activities under this section or another law.“(4) Amounts recovered under section 107 of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (42 U.S.C. 9607) for the Secretary’s response actions at current and former Coast Guard facilities shall be credited to an appropriate Coast Guard account, as determined by the Commandant.“(d) Annual List of Projects to Congress.—The Commandant shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a prioritized list of projects eligible for environmental compliance and restoration funding for each fiscal year concurrent with the President’s budget submission for that fiscal year.”.(2) Conforming repeals.—Sections 634, 690, 691, 692, and 693 of title 14, United States Code, are repealed.SEC. 105. CHAPTER 5. (a) [14 U.S.C. 81]Initial Matter.—Chapter 5 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning and inserting the following:“CHAPTER 5—FUNCTIONS AND POWERS “ subchapter i—“501.“502.“503.“504.“505.“506.“507.“ subchapter ii—“521.“522.“523.“524.“525.“526.“527.“528.“ subchapter iii—“541.“542.“543.“544.“545.“546.“547.“ subchapter iv—“561.“562.“563..(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 5 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation92Secretary; general powers501631Delegation of powers by the Secretary502633Regulations50393Commandant; general powers504632Functions and powers vested in the Commandant505520Prospective payment of funds necessary to provide medical care506153Appointment of judges50788Saving life and property52189Law enforcement52299Enforcement authority523100Enforcement of coastwise trade laws52495Special agents of the Coast Guard Investigative Service law enforcement authority525637Stopping vessels; indemnity for firing at or into vessel52691Safety of naval vessels527104Protecting against unmanned aircraft52881Aids to navigation authorized54183Unauthorized aids to maritime navigation; penalty54284Interference with aids to navigation; penalty54385Aids to maritime navigation; penalty54486Marking of obstructions545642Deposit of damage payments546643Rewards for apprehension of persons interfering with aids to navigation54787Icebreaking in polar regions561101Appeals and waivers562103Notification of certain determinations563(c) Additional Changes.—Chapter 5 of title 14, United States Code, is further amended—(1) by inserting before section 501 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER I—GENERAL POWERS””;(2) by inserting before section 521 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER II—LIFE SAVING AND LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITIES””;(3) by inserting before section 541 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:and“SUBCHAPTER III—AIDS TO NAVIGATION””;(4) by inserting before section 561 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER IV—MISCELLANEOUS””.SEC. 106. CHAPTER 7. (a) [14 U.S.C. 141]Initial Matter.—Chapter 7 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning and inserting the following:“CHAPTER 7—COOPERATION “701.“702.“703.“704.“705.“706.“707.“708.“709.“710.“711.“712.“713.“714.“715.“716.“717..(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 7 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation141Cooperation with other agencies, States, territories, and political subdivisions701142State Department702143Treasury Department703144Department of the Army and Department of the Air Force704145Navy Department705146United States Postal Service706147Department of Commerce707147aDepartment of Health and Human Services708148Maritime instruction709149Assistance to foreign governments and maritime authorities710150Coast Guard officers as attachés to missions711151Contracts with Government-owned establishments for work and material712152Nonappropriated fund instrumentalities: contracts with other agencies and instrumentalities to provide or obtain goods and services713154Arctic maritime domain awareness71494Oceanographic research71590Arctic maritime transportation716102Agreements717SEC. 107. CHAPTER 9. (a) [14 U.S.C. 181]Initial Matter.—Chapter 9 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning and inserting the following:“CHAPTER 9—ADMINISTRATION “ subchapter i—“901.“902.“903.“904.“905.“906.“907.“908.“909.“910.“911.“912.“913.“914.“ subchapter ii—“931.“932.“933.“934.“935.“936.“937.“938.“939.“940.“941.“942.“943.“944.“945.“946.“947.“948.“949.“950.“951..(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 9 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation641Disposal of certain material901653Employment of draftsmen and engineers902656Use of certain appropriated funds903666Local hire904670Procurement authority for family housing905671Air Station Cape Cod Improvements906672Long-term lease of special purpose facilities907672aLong-term lease authority for lighthouse property908674Small boat station rescue capability909675Small boat station closures910676Search and rescue center standards911676aAir facility closures912677Turnkey selection procedures913681Disposition of infrastructure related to E-LORAN914635Oaths required for boards931636Administration of oaths932638Coast Guard ensigns and pennants933639Penalty for unauthorized use of words “Coast Guard”934640Coast Guard band recordings for commercial sale935645Confidentiality of medical quality assurance records; qualified immunity for participants936646Admiralty claims against the United States937647Claims for damage to property of the United States938648Accounting for industrial work939649Supplies and equipment from stock940650Coast Guard Supply Fund941654Public and commercial vessels and other watercraft; sale of fuel, supplies, and services942655Arms and ammunition; immunity from taxation943658Confidential investigative expenses944659Assistance to film producers945664User fees946667Vessel construction bonding requirements947668Contracts for medical care for retirees, dependents, and survivors: alternative delivery of health care948669Telephone installation and charges949673Designation, powers, and accountability of deputy disbursing officials950678Aircraft accident investigations951(c) Additional Changes.—Chapter 9 of title 14, United States Code, is further amended—(1) by inserting before section 901 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:and“SUBCHAPTER I—REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY””;(2) by inserting before section 931 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER II—MISCELLANEOUS””.SEC. 108. CHAPTER 11. (a) [14 U.S.C. 211]Initial Matter.—Chapter 11 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning and inserting the following:“CHAPTER 11—ACQUISITIONS “ subchapter i—“1101.“1102.“1103.“1104.“1105.“1106.“1107.“1108.“1109.“1110.“ subchapter ii—“1131.“1132.“1133.“1134.“1135.“1136.“ subchapter iii—“1151.“1152.“1153.“1154.“1155.“ subchapter iv—“1171..(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 11 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation561Acquisition directorate1101562Improvements in Coast Guard acquisition management1102578Role of Vice Commandant in major acquisition programs1103563Recognition of Coast Guard personnel for excellence in acquisition1104564Prohibition on use of lead systems integrators1105565Required contract terms1106579Extension of major acquisition program contracts1107566Department of Defense consultation1108567Undefinitized contractual actions1109569Mission need statement1110571Identification of major system acquisitions1131572Acquisition1132573Preliminary development and demonstration1133574Acquisition, production, deployment, and support1134575Acquisition program baseline breach1135576Acquisition approval authority1136665Restriction on construction of vessels in foreign shipyards1151577Advance procurement funding115296Prohibition on overhaul, repair, and maintenance of Coast Guard vessels in foreign shipyards115397Procurement of buoy chain1154657Contract termination1155581Definitions1171(c) Additional Changes.—Chapter 11 of title 14, United States Code, is further amended—(1) [14 U.S.C. 211]by striking all subdivision designations and headings in such chapter, except for—(A) the chapter designation and heading added by subsection (a);(B) the subchapter designations and headings added by this subsection; and(C) any designation or heading of a section or a subdivision of a section;(2) by inserting before section 1101 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER I—GENERAL PROVISIONS””;(3) by inserting before section 1131 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER II—IMPROVED ACQUISITION PROCESS AND PROCEDURES””;(4) by inserting before section 1151 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:and“SUBCHAPTER III—PROCUREMENT””;(5) by inserting before section 1171 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER IV—DEFINITIONS””.SEC. 109. SUBTITLE II. (a) Initial Matter.—Title 14, United States Code, is further amended by inserting after chapter 11 (as amended by section 108) the following:“Subtitle II—Personnel “19.“21.“23.“25.“27.“29.(b) Reserved Chapter Numbers.—(1) [14 U.S.C. 461]Chapter 13.—Chapter 13 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning.(2) Chapter 14.—Chapter 14 of title 14, United States Code, is amended—(A) [14 U.S.C. 531]by striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning; and(B) [14 U.S.C. 531]by striking the subchapter designation and the subchapter heading for each of the subchapters of such chapter.(3) Chapter 15.—Chapter 15 of title 14, United States Code, is amended—(A) [14 U.S.C. 561]by striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning; and(B) [14 U.S.C. 561]by striking the subchapter designation and the subchapter heading for each of the subchapters of such chapter.(4) [14 U.S.C. 631]Chapter 17.—Chapter 17 of title 14, United States Code, is amendedby striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning.(5) [14 U.S.C. 680]Chapter 18.—Chapter 18 of title 14, United States Code, is amendedby striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning.SEC. 110. CHAPTER 19. (a) [14 U.S.C. 690]Initial Matter.—Chapter 19 of title 14, United States Code, is amendedby striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning and inserting the following:“CHAPTER 19—COAST GUARD ACADEMY “ subchapter i—“1901.“1902.“1903.“1904.“ subchapter ii—“1921.“1922.“1923.“1924.“1925.“1926.“1927.“1928.“1929.“1930.“ subchapter iii—“1941.“1942.“1943.“1944.“1945.“1946.“1947.“1948..(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 19 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation181Administration of Academy1901200Policy on sexual harassment and sexual violence1902194Annual Board of Visitors1903196Participation in Federal, State, or other educational research grants1904195Admission of foreign nationals for instruction; restrictions; conditions1923181aCadet applicants; preappointment travel to Academy1926183Cadets; initial clothing allowance1927184Cadets; degree of bachelor of science1928185Cadets; appointment as ensign1929197Cadets: charges and fees for attendance; limitation1930186Civilian teaching staff1941187Permanent commissioned teaching staff; composition1942188Appointment of permanent commissioned teaching staff1943189Grade of permanent commissioned teaching staff1944190Retirement of permanent commissioned teaching staff1945191Credit for service as member of civilian teaching staff1946192Assignment of personnel as instructors1947199Marine safety curriculum1948(c) Additional Changes.—(1) In general.—Chapter 19 of title 14, United States Code, is further amended—(A) by inserting before section 1901 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER I—ADMINISTRATION””;(B) by inserting before section 1923 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER II—CADETS “SEC. § 1921. [14 U.S.C. 1921] Corps of Cadets authorized strengt “The number of cadets appointed annually to the Academy shall be as determined by the Secretary but the number appointed in any one year shall not exceed six hundred.“SEC. § 1922. [14 U.S.C. 1922] Appointment “Appointments to cadetships shall be made under regulations prescribed by the Secretary, who shall determine age limits, methods of selection of applicants, term of service as a cadet before graduation, and all other matters affecting such appointments. In the administration of this section, the Secretary shall take such action as may be necessary and appropriate to insure that female individuals shall be eligible for appointment and admission to the Coast Guard Academy, and that the relevant standards required for appointment, admission, training, graduation, and commissioning of female individuals shall be the same as those required for male individuals, except for those minimum essential adjustments in such standards required because of physiological differences between male and female individuals.”;(C) by inserting before section 1926 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SEC. § 1924. [14 U.S.C. 1924] Conduc “The Secretary may summarily dismiss from the Coast Guard any cadet who, during his cadetship, is found unsatisfactory in either studies or conduct, or may be deemed not adapted for a career in the Coast Guard. Cadets shall be subject to rules governing discipline prescribed by the Commandant.“SEC. § 1925. [14 U.S.C. 1925] Agreemen “(a) Each cadet shall sign an agreement with respect to the cadet’s length of service in the Coast Guard. The agreement shall provide that the cadet agrees to the following:“(1) That the cadet will complete the course of instruction at the Coast Guard Academy.“(2) That upon graduation from the Coast Guard Academy the cadet—“(A) will accept an appointment, if tendered, as a commissioned officer of the Coast Guard; and“(B) will serve on active duty for at least five years immediately after such appointment.“(3) That if an appointment described in paragraph (2) is not tendered or if the cadet is permitted to resign as a regular officer before the completion of the commissioned service obligation of the cadet, the cadet—“(A) will accept an appointment as a commissioned officer in the Coast Guard Reserve; and“(B) will remain in that reserve component until completion of the commissioned service obligation of the cadet.“(b)(1) The Secretary may transfer to the Coast Guard Reserve, and may order to active duty for such period of time as the Secretary prescribes (but not to exceed four years), a cadet who breaches an agreement under subsection (a). The period of time for which a cadet is ordered to active duty under this paragraph may be determined without regard to section 651(a) of title 10.“(2) A cadet who is transferred to the Coast Guard Reserve under paragraph (1) shall be transferred in an appropriate enlisted grade or rating, as determined by the Secretary.“(3) For the purposes of paragraph (1), a cadet shall be considered to have breached an agreement under subsection (a) if the cadet is separated from the Coast Guard Academy under circumstances which the Secretary determines constitute a breach by the cadet of the cadet’s agreement to complete the course of instruction at the Coast Guard Academy and accept an appointment as a commissioned officer upon graduation from the Coast Guard Academy.“(c) The Secretary shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section. Those regulations shall include—“(1) standards for determining what constitutes, for the purpose of subsection (b), a breach of an agreement under subsection (a);“(2) procedures for determining whether such a breach has occurred; and“(3) standards for determining the period of time for which a person may be ordered to serve on active duty under subsection (b).“(d) In this section, ‘commissioned service obligation’, with respect to an officer who is a graduate of the Academy, means the period beginning on the date of the officer’s appointment as a commissioned officer and ending on the sixth anniversary of such appointment or, at the discretion of the Secretary, any later date up to the eighth anniversary of such appointment.“(e)(1) This section does not apply to a cadet who is not a citizen or national of the United States.“(2) In the case of a cadet who is a minor and who has parents or a guardian, the cadet may sign the agreement required by subsection (a) only with the consent of the parent or guardian.“(f) A cadet or former cadet who does not fulfill the terms of the obligation to serve as specified under section (a), or the alternative obligation imposed under subsection (b), shall be subject to the repayment provisions of section 303a(e) of title 37.”; and(D) by inserting before section 1941 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER III—FACULTY””.(2) Conforming repeal.—Section 182 of title 14, United States Code, is repealed.SEC. 111. [14 U.S.C. 701]PART II. Part II of title 14, United States Code,is amended by striking the part designation, the part heading, and the table of chapters at the beginning.SEC. 112. CHAPTER 21. (a) [14 U.S.C. 701]Initial Matter.—Chapter 21 of title 14, United States Code,is amended by striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning and inserting the following:“CHAPTER 21—PERSONNEL; OFFICERS “ subchapter i—“2101.“2102.“2103.“2104.“2105.“2106.“2107.“2108.“2109.“2110.“2111.“2112.“2113.“2114.“2115.“2116.“2117.“2118.“2119.“2120.“2121.“2122.“2123.“2124.“2125.“2126.“2127.“2128.“2129.“ subchapter ii—“2141.“2142.“2143.“2144.“2145.“2146.“2147.“2148.“2149.“2150.“2151.“2152.“2153.“2154.“2155.“2156.“2157.“2158.“2159.“2160.“2161.“2162.“2163.“2164.“2165.“ subchapter iii—“2181.“2182..(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 21 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation211Original appointment of permanent commissioned officers210141aActive duty promotion list210242Number and distribution of commissioned officers on active duty promotion list2103214Appointment of temporary officers2104215Rank of warrant officers2105251Selection boards; convening of boards2106252Selection boards; composition of boards2107253Selection boards; notice of convening; communication with board2108254Selection boards; oath of members2109255Number of officers to be selected for promotion2110256Promotion zones2111256aPromotion year; defined2112257Eligibility of officers for consideration for promotion2113258Selection boards; information to be furnished boards2115259Officers to be recommended for promotion2116260Selection boards; reports2117261Selection boards; submission of reports2118262Failure of selection for promotion2119263Special selection boards; correction of errors2120271Promotions; appointments2121272Removal of officer from list of selectees for promotion2122273Promotions; acceptance; oath of office2123274Promotions; pay and allowances2124275Wartime temporary service promotions2125276Promotion of officers not included on active duty promotion list2126331Recall to active duty during war or national emergency2127332Recall to active duty with consent of officer2128373Aviation cadets; appointment as Reserve officers2129281Revocation of commissions during first five years of commissioned service2141282Regular lieutenants (junior grade); separation for failure of selection for promotion2142283Regular lieutenants; separation for failure of selection for promotion; continuation2143284Regular Coast Guard; officers serving under temporary appointments2144285Regular lieutenant commanders and commanders; retirement for failure of selection for promotion2145286Discharge in lieu of retirement; separation pay2146286aRegular warrant officers: separation pay2147287Separation for failure of selection for promotion or continuation; time of2148288Regular captains; retirement2149289Captains; continuation on active duty; involuntary retirement2150290Rear admirals and rear admirals (lower half); continuation on active duty; involuntary retirement2151291Voluntary retirement after twenty years’ service2152292Voluntary retirement after thirty years’ service2153293Compulsory retirement2154294Retirement for physical disability after selection for promotion; grade in which retired2155295Deferment of retirement or separation for medical reasons2156296Flag officers2157321Review of records of officers2158322Boards of inquiry2159323Boards of review2160324Composition of boards2161325Rights and procedures2162326Removal of officer from active duty; action by Secretary2163327Officers considered for removal; retirement or discharge; separation benefits2164333Relief of retired officer promoted while on active duty2165335Physical fitness of officers2181429Multirater assessment of certain personnel2182(c) Additional Changes.—Chapter 21 of title 14, United States Code, is further amended—(1) [14 U.S.C. 701]by striking all subchapter designations and headings in such chapter, except for the subchapter designations and headings added by this subsection;(2) by inserting before section 2101 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER I—APPOINTMENT AND PROMOTION””;(3) by inserting before section 2115 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SEC. § 2114. [14 U.S.C. 2114] United States Deputy Marshals in Alask “Commissioned officers may be appointed as United States Deputy Marshals in Alaska.”;(4) by inserting before section 2141 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:and“SUBCHAPTER II—DISCHARGES; RETIREMENTS; REVOCATION OF COMMISSIONS; SEPARATION FOR CAUSE””;(5) by inserting before section 2181 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER III—GENERAL PROVISIONS””.SEC. 113. CHAPTER 23. (a) [14 U.S.C. 821]Initial Matter.—Chapter 23 of title 14, United States Code,is amended by striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning and inserting the following:“CHAPTER 23—PERSONNEL; ENLISTED “2301.“2302.“2303.“2304.“2305.“2306.“2307.“2308.“2309.“2310.“2311.“2312.“2313.“2314.“2315.“2316.“2317.“2318.“2319..(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 23 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation350Recruiting campaigns2301351Enlistments; term, grade2302352Promotion2303353Compulsory retirement at age of sixty-two2304354Voluntary retirement after thirty years’ service2305355Voluntary retirement after twenty years’ service2306357Retirement of enlisted members: increase in retired pay2307359Recall to active duty during war or national emergency2308360Recall to active duty with consent of member2309361Relief of retired enlisted member promoted while on active duty2310362Retirement in cases where higher grade or rating has been held2311365Extension of enlistments2312366Retention beyond term of enlistment in case of disability2313367Detention beyond term of enlistment2314369Inclusion of certain conditions in enlistment contract2315370Discharge within three months before expiration of enlistment2316371Aviation cadets; procurement; transfer2317372Aviation cadets; benefits2318374Critical skill training bonus2319SEC. 114. CHAPTER 25. (a) [14 U.S.C. 891]Initial Matter.—Chapter 25 of title 14, United States Code, is amendedby striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning and inserting the following:“CHAPTER 25—PERSONNEL; GENERAL PROVISIONS “ subchapter i—“2501.“2502.“2503.“2504.“2505.“2506.“2507.“2508.“2509.“2510.“2511.“2512.“2513.“ subchapter ii—“2531..(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 25 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation334Grade on retirement2501421Retirement2502422Status of recalled personnel2503423Computation of retired pay2504424Limitations on retirement and retired pay2505424aSuspension of payment of retired pay of members who are absent from the United States to avoid prosecution2506425Board for Correction of Military Records deadline2507426Emergency leave retention authority2508427Prohibition of certain involuntary administrative separations2509428Sea service letters2510430Investigations of flag officers and Senior Executive Service employees2511431Leave policies for the Coast Guard2512467Computation of length of service2513432Personnel of former Lighthouse Service2531(c) Additional Changes.—Chapter 25 of title 14, United States Code, is further amended—(1) by inserting before section 2501 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:and“SUBCHAPTER I—GENERAL PROVISIONS””;(2) by inserting before section 2531 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER II—LIGHTHOUSE SERVICE””.SEC. 115. [14 U.S.C. 2701]PART III. Part III of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking the part designation, the part heading, and the table of chapters at the beginning.SEC. 116. CHAPTER 27. (a) [14 U.S.C. 2701]Initial Matter.—Chapter 27 of title 14, United States Code,is amended by striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning and inserting the following:“CHAPTER 27—PAY, ALLOWANCES, AWARDS, AND OTHER RIGHTS AND BENEFITS “ subchapter i—“2701.“2702.“2703.“2704.“2705.“2706.“2707.“2708.“2709.“2710.“2711.“2712.“ subchapter ii—“2731.“2732.“2733.“2734.“2735.“2736.“2737.“2738.“2739.“2740.“2741.“2742.“2743.“2744.“2745.“2746.“2747.“2748.“ subchapter iii—“2761.“2762.“2763.“2764.“2765.“2766.“2767.“2768.“2769.“2770.“2771.“2772.“2773.“2774.“2775.“2776.“2777.“2778.“2779..(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 27 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation468Procurement of personnel2701469Training2702476Contingent expenses2703477Equipment to prevent accidents2704482Clothing at time of discharge for good of service2705483Right to wear uniform2706484Protection of uniform2707485Clothing for officers and enlisted personnel2708487Procurement and sale of stores to members and civilian employees2709507Disposition of effects of decedents2710508Deserters; payment of expenses incident to apprehension and delivery; penalties2711644Payment for the apprehension of stragglers2712499Delegation of powers to make awards; rules and regulations2731491Medal of honor2732504Medal of honor: duplicate medal2733505Medal of honor: presentation of Medal of Honor Flag2734491aCoast Guard cross2735492Distinguished service medal2736492aSilver star medal2737492bDistinguished flying cross2738493Coast Guard medal2739494Insignia for additional awards2740496Time limit on award; report concerning deed2741497Honorable subsequent service as condition to award2742498Posthumous awards2743500Life-saving medals2744501Replacement of medals2745502Award of other medals2746503Awards and insignia for excellence in service or conduct2747516Presentation of United States flag upon retirement2748509Persons discharged as result of court-martial; allowances to2761510Shore patrol duty; payment of expenses2762511Compensatory absence from duty for military personnel at isolated duty stations2763512Monetary allowance for transportation of household effects2764513Retroactive payment of pay and allowances delayed by administrative error or oversight2765517Travel card management2766518Reimbursement for medical-related travel expenses for certain persons residing on islands in the continental United States2767519Annual audit of pay and allowances of members undergoing permanent change of station2768461Remission of indebtedness2769470Special instruction at universities2770471Attendance at professional meetings2771472Education loan repayment program2772478Rations or commutation therefor in money2773479Sales of ration supplies to messes2774480Flight rations2775481Payments at time of discharge for good of service2776486Clothing for destitute shipwrecked persons2777488Advancement of public funds to personnel2778660Transportation to and from certain places of employment2779(c) Additional Changes.—Chapter 27 of title 14, United States Code, is further amended—(1) by inserting before section 2701 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER I—PERSONNEL RIGHTS AND BENEFITS””;(2) by inserting before section 2731 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:and“SUBCHAPTER II—AWARDS””;(3) by inserting before section 2761 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER III—PAYMENTS””.SEC. 117. CHAPTER 29. (a) [14 U.S.C. 2901]Initial Matter.—Chapter 29 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking the chapter designation, the chapter heading, and the table of sections at the beginning and inserting the following:“CHAPTER 29—COAST GUARD FAMILY SUPPORT, CHILD CARE, AND HOUSING “ subchapter i—“2901.“2902.“2903.“2904.“2905.“2906.“ subchapter ii—“2921.“2922.“2923.“2924.“2925.“ subchapter iii—“2941.“2942.“2943.“2944.“2945.“2946.“2947..(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 29 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation531Work-life policies and programs2901532Surveys of Coast Guard families2902541Reimbursement for adoption expenses2903542Education and training opportunities for Coast Guard spouses2904543Youth sponsorship initiatives2905544Dependent school children2906551Definitions2921552Child development services2922553Child development center standards and inspections2923554Child development center employees2924555Parent partnerships with child development centers2925680Definitions2941681General authority2942475Leasing and hiring of quarters; rental of inadequate housing2943680Retired service members and dependents serving on advisory committees2944685Conveyance of real property2945687Coast Guard Housing Fund2946688Reports2947(c) Additional Changes.—Chapter 29 of title 14, United States Code, is further amended—(1) by inserting before section 2901 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER I—COAST GUARD FAMILIES””;(2) by inserting before section 2921 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:and“SUBCHAPTER II—COAST GUARD CHILD CARE””;(3) by inserting before section 2941 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER III—HOUSING””.SEC. 118. SUBTITLE III AND CHAPTER 37. (a) Initial Matter.—Title 14, United States Code, is further amended by adding after chapter 29 (as amended by section 117) the following:“Subtitle III—Coast Guard Reserve and Auxiliary “37.“39.“41.“CHAPTER 1—COAST GUARD RESERVE “ subchapter i—“3701.“3702.“3703.“3704.“3705.“3706.“3707.“3708.“3709.“3710.“3711.“3712.“3713.“3714.“ subchapter ii—“3731.“3732.“3733.“3734.“3735.“3736.“3737.“3738.“3739.“3740.“3741.“3742.“3743.“3744.“3745.“3746.“3747.“3748.“3749.“3750.“3751.“3752.“3753.“3754.“3755.“3756.“3757.(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 37 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation701Organization3701702Authorized strength3702703Coast Guard Reserve Boards3703704Grades and ratings; military authority3704705Benefits3705706Temporary members of the Reserve; eligibility and compensation3706707Temporary members of the Reserve; disability or death benefits3707708Temporary members of the Reserve; certificate of honorable service3708709Reserve student aviation pilots; Reserve aviation pilots; appointments in commissioned grade3709709aReserve student pre-commissioning assistance program3710710Appointment or wartime promotion; retention of grade upon release from active duty3711711Exclusiveness of service3712712Active duty for emergency augmentation of regular forces3713713Enlistment of members engaged in schooling3714720Definitions3731721Applicability of this subchapter3732722Suspension of this subchapter in time of war or national emergency3733723Effect of this subchapter on retirement and retired pay3734724Authorized number of officers3735725Precedence3736726Running mates3737727Constructive credit upon initial appointment3738728Promotion of Reserve officers on active duty3739729Promotion; recommendations of selection boards3740730Selection boards; appointment3741731Establishment of promotion zones under running mate system3742732Eligibility for promotion3743733Recommendation for promotion of an officer previously removed from an active status3744734Qualifications for promotion3745735Promotion; acceptance; oath of office3746736Date of rank upon promotion; entitlement to pay3747737Type of promotion; temporary3748738Effect of removal by the President or failure of consent of the Senate3749739Failure of selection for promotion3750740Failure of selection and removal from an active status3751741Retention boards; removal from an active status to provide a flow of promotion3752742Maximum ages for retention in an active status3753743Rear admiral and rear admiral (lower half); maximum service in grade3754744Appointment of a former Navy or Coast Guard officer3755745Grade on entry upon active duty3756746Recall of a retired officer; grade upon release3757(c) Additional Changes.—Chapter 37 of title 14, United States Code, is further amended—(1) by inserting before section 3701 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:and“SUBCHAPTER I—ADMINISTRATION””;(2) by inserting before section 3731 (as so redesignated and transferred under subsection (b)) the following:“SUBCHAPTER II—PERSONNEL””.SEC. 119. CHAPTER 39. (a) Initial Matter.—Title 14, United States Code, is further amended by adding after chapter 37 (as added by section 118) the following:“CHAPTER 39—COAST GUARD AUXILIARY “3901.“3902.“3903.“3904.“3905.“3906.“3907.“3908.“3909.“3910.“3911.“3912.“3913..(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 39 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation821Administration of the Coast Guard Auxiliary3901822Purpose of the Coast Guard Auxiliary3902823Eligibility; enrollments3903823aMembers of the Auxiliary; status3904824Disenrollment3905825Membership in other organizations3906826Use of member’s facilities3907827Vessel deemed public vessel3908828Aircraft deemed public aircraft3909829Radio station deemed government station3910830Availability of appropriations3911831Assignment and performance of duties3912832Injury or death in line of duty3913SEC. 120. CHAPTER 41. (a) Initial Matter.—Title 14, United States Code, is further amended by adding after chapter 39 (as added by section 119) the following:“CHAPTER 41—GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR COAST GUARD RESERVE AND AUXILIARY “4101.“4102.“4103.“4104..(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 41 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation891Flags; pennants; uniforms and insignia4101892Penalty4102893Limitation on rights of members of the Auxiliary and temporary members of the Reserve4103894Availability of facilities and appropriations4104SEC. 121. SUBTITLE IV AND CHAPTER 49. (a) Initial Matter.—Title 14, United States Code, is further amended by adding after chapter 41 (as added by section 120) the following:“Subtitle IV—Coast Guard Authorizations and Reports to Congress “49.“51.“CHAPTER 49—AUTHORIZATIONS “4901.“4902.“4903.“4904.(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 49 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation2701Requirement for prior authorization of appropriations49012702Authorization of appropriations49022703Authorization of personnel end strengths49032704Authorized levels of military strength and training4904SEC. 122. CHAPTER 51. (a) Initial Matter.—Title 14, United States Code, is further amended by adding after chapter 49 (as added by section 121) the following:“CHAPTER 51—REPORTS “5101.“5102.“5103.“5104.“5105.“5106.“5107..(b) Redesignations and Transfers.—(1) Requirement.—The sections of title 14, United States Code, identified in the table provided in paragraph (2) are amended—(A) by redesignating the sections as described in the table; and(B) by transferring the sections, as necessary, so that the sections appear after the table of sections for chapter 51 of such title (as added by subsection (a)), in the order in which the sections are presented in the table.(2) Table.—The table referred to in paragraph (1) is the following:Title 14 section number before redesignationSection heading (provided for identification purposes only-not amended)Title 14 section number after redesignation2901Transmission of annual Coast Guard authorization request51012902Capital investment plan51022903Major acquisitions51032904Manpower requirements plan5104679Inventory of real property51052905Annual performance report51062906Major acquisition risk assessment5107SEC. 123. REFERENCES. (a) [14 U.S.C. 101 note]Definitions.—In this section, the following definitions apply:(1) Redesignated section.—The term “redesignated section” means a section of title 14, United States Code, that is redesignated by this title, as that section is so redesignated.(2) Source section.—The term “source section” means a section of title 14, United States Code, that is redesignated by this title, as that section was in effect before the redesignation.(b) Reference to Source Section.—(1) [14 U.S.C. 101 note]Treatment of reference.—A reference to a source section, including a reference in a regulation, order, or other law, is deemed to refer to the corresponding redesignated section.(2) [49 U.S.C. 303-305]Title 14.—In title 14, United States Code, each reference in the text of such title to a source section is amended by striking such reference and inserting a reference to the appropriate, as determined using the tables located in this title, redesignated section.(c) Other Conforming Amendments.—(1) Reference to section 182.—Section 1923(c) of title 14, United States Code, as so redesignated by this title, is further amended by striking “section 182” and inserting “section 1922”.(2) References to chapter 11.—Title 14, United States Code, is further amended—(A) in section 2146(d), as so redesignated by this title, by striking “chapter 11 of this title” and inserting “this chapter”; and(B) in section 3739, as so redesignated by this title, by striking “chapter 11” each place that it appears and inserting “chapter 21”.(3) Reference to chapter 13.—Section 3705(b) of title 14, United States Code, as so redesignated by this title, is further amended by striking “chapter 13” and inserting “chapter 27”.(4) Reference to chapter 15.—Section 308(b)(3) of title 14, United States Code, as so redesignated by this title, is further amended by striking “chapter 15” and inserting “chapter 11”.(5) References to chapter 19.—Title 14, United States Code, is further amended—(A) in section 4901(4), as so redesignated by this title, by striking “chapter 19” and inserting “section 318”; and(B) in section 4902(4), as so redesignated by this title, by striking “chapter 19” and inserting “section 318”.(6) Reference to chapter 23.—Section 701(a) of title 14, United States Code, as so redesignated by this title, is further amended by striking “chapter 23” and inserting “chapter 39”.SEC. 124. [14 U.S.C. 101 note]RULE OF CONSTRUCTION. This title, including the amendments made by this title, is intended only to reorganize title 14, United States Code, and may not be construed to alter—(1) the effect of a provision of title 14, United States Code, including any authority or requirement therein;(2) a department or agency interpretation with respect to title 14, United States Code; or(3) a judicial interpretation with respect to title 14, United States Code.
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="201">SEC. 201. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">AMENDMENTS TO TITLE 14, UNITED STATES CODE, AS AMENDED BY TITLE I OF THIS ACT. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as otherwise expressly provided, whenever in this title an amendment or repeal is expressed in terms of an amendment to, or a repeal of, a section or other provision of title 14, United States Code, the reference shall be considered to be made to title 14, United States Code, as amended by title I of this Act.</content>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4902 of title 14, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Fiscal Year 2018.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds are authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2018 for necessary expenses of the Coast Guard as follows:</chapeau>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the operation and maintenance of the Coast Guard, not otherwise provided for, $7,210,313,000 for fiscal year 2018.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the acquisition, construction, renovation, and improvement of aids to navigation, shore facilities, vessels, aircraft, and systems, including equipment related thereto, and for maintenance, rehabilitation, lease, and operation of facilities and equipment, $2,694,745,000 for fiscal year 2018.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the Coast Guard Reserve program, including operations and maintenance of the program, personnel and training costs, equipment, and services, $114,875,000 for fiscal year 2018.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the environmental compliance and restoration functions of the Coast Guard under chapter 3 of this title, $13,397,000 for fiscal year 2018.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">“(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">To the Commandant for research, development, test, and evaluation of technologies, materials, and human factors directly related to improving the performance of the Coast Guard’s mission with respect to search and rescue, aids to navigation, marine safety, marine environmental protection, enforcement of laws and treaties, ice operations, oceanographic research, and defense readiness, and for maintenance, rehabilitation, lease, and operation of facilities and equipment, $29,141,000 for fiscal year 2018.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Fiscal Year 2019.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Funds are authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2019 for necessary expenses of the Coast Guard as follows:</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1)</num><subparagraph class="inline" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the operation and maintenance of the Coast Guard, not otherwise provided for, $7,914,195,000 for fiscal year 2019.</content></subparagraph>
<subparagraph class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the amount authorized under subparagraph (A)—</chapeau>
<clause class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">$16,701,000 shall be for environmental compliance and restoration; and</content>
</clause>
<clause class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">$199,360,000 shall be for the Coast Guard’s Medicare-eligible retiree health care fund contribution to the Department of Defense.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the procurement, construction, renovation, and improvement of aids to navigation, shore facilities, vessels, aircraft, and systems, including equipment related thereto, and for maintenance, rehabilitation, lease, and operation of facilities and equipment, $2,694,745,000 for fiscal year 2019.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">To the Commandant for research, development, test, and evaluation of technologies, materials, and human factors directly related to improving the performance of the Coast Guard’s mission with respect to search and rescue, aids to navigation, marine safety, marine environmental protection, enforcement of laws and treaties, ice operations, oceanographic research, and defense readiness, and for maintenance, rehabilitation, lease, and operation of facilities and equipment, $29,141,000 for fiscal year 2019.”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tII/s202/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s4902">14 U.S.C. 4902 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repeal.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">On October 1, 2018—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tII/s202/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">section 4902(a) of title 14, United States Code, as amended by subsection (a), shall be repealed; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tII/s202/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">subsection 4902(b) of title 14, United States Code, as amended by subsection (a), shall be amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">(b) Fiscal Year 2019.—</quotedText>”.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tII/s203" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="203">SEC. 203. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">AUTHORIZED LEVELS OF MILITARY STRENGTH AND TRAINING. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4904 of title 14, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tII/s203/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (a), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">for each of fiscal years 2016 and 2017</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">for fiscal year 2018 and 44,500 for fiscal year 2019</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tII/s203/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (b), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">fiscal years 2016 and 2017</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">fiscal years 2018 and 2019</quotedText>”.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tII/s204" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="204">SEC. 204. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">AUTHORIZATION OF AMOUNTS FOR FAST RESPONSE CUTTERS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tII/s204/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the amounts authorized under section 4902 of title 14, United States Code, as amended by this Act, for each of fiscal years 2018 and 2019 up to $167,500,000 is authorized for the acquisition of 3 Fast Response Cutters.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tII/s204/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Treatment of Acquired Cutters.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any cutters acquired pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in addition to the 58 cutters approved under the existing acquisition baseline.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tII/s205" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="205">SEC. 205. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">AUTHORIZATION OF AMOUNTS FOR SHORESIDE INFRASTRUCTURE. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the amounts authorized under section 4902 of title 14, United States Code, as amended by this Act, for each of fiscal years 2018 and 2019 up to $167,500,000 is authorized for the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating to fund the acquisition, construction, rebuilding, or improvement of Coast Guard shoreside infrastructure and facilities necessary to support Coast Guard operations and readiness.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tII/s206" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="206">SEC. 206. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">AUTHORIZATION OF AMOUNTS FOR AIRCRAFT IMPROVEMENTS. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the amounts authorized under section 4902 of title 14, United States Code, as amended by this Act, for each of fiscal years 2018 and 2019 up to $3,500,000 is authorized for the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating to fund analysis and program development for improvements to or the replacement of rotary-wing aircraft.</content>
</section>
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">TITLE III—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">COAST GUARD </heading>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s301" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="301">SEC. 301. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">AMENDMENTS TO TITLE 14, UNITED STATES CODE, AS AMENDED BY TITLE I OF THIS ACT. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as otherwise expressly provided, whenever in this title an amendment or repeal is expressed in terms of an amendment to, or a repeal of, a section or other provision of title 14, United States Code, the reference shall be considered to be made to title 14, United States Code, as amended by title I of this Act.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s302" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="302">SEC. 302. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PRIMARY DUTIES. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 102(7) of title 14, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">“(7) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">maintain a state of readiness to assist in the defense of the United States, including when functioning as a specialized service in the Navy pursuant to section 103.”</content>
</paragraph></quotedContent>.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s303" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="303">SEC. 303. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">NATIONAL COAST GUARD MUSEUM. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 316 of title 14, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 316">“SEC. § 316. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> National Coast Guard Museu </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commandant may establish a National Coast Guard Museum, on lands which will be federally owned and administered by the Coast Guard, and are located in New London, Connecticut, at, or in close proximity to, the Coast Guard Academy.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation on Expenditures.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall not expend any funds appropriated to the Coast Guard on the construction of any museum established under this section.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall fund the National Coast Guard Museum with nonappropriated and non-Federal funds to the maximum extent practicable. The priority use of Federal funds should be to preserve and protect historic Coast Guard artifacts, including the design, fabrication, and installation of exhibits or displays in which such artifacts are included.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may expend funds appropriated to the Coast Guard on the engineering and design of a National Coast Guard Museum.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Funding Plan.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Before the date on which the Commandant establishes a National Coast Guard Museum under subsection (a), the Commandant shall provide to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a plan for constructing, operating, and maintaining such a museum, including—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">estimated planning, engineering, design, construction, operation, and maintenance costs;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the extent to which appropriated, nonappropriated, and non-Federal funds will be used for such purposes, including the extent to which there is any shortfall in funding for engineering, design, or construction; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a certification by the Inspector General of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating that the estimates provided pursuant to paragraphs (1) and (2) are reasonable and realistic.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">“(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commandant may not establish a National Coast Guard museum except as set forth in this section.”</content>
</subsection>
</section></quotedContent>.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s304" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="304">SEC. 304. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">UNMANNED AIRCRAFT. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s304/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Land-based Unmanned Aircraft System Program.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Chapter 3 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 319">“SEC. § 319. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s319">14 U.S.C. 319</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Land-based unmanned aircraft system progra </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary shall establish a land-based unmanned aircraft system program under the control of the Commandant.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Unmanned Aircraft System Defined.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section, the term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">unmanned aircraft system</quotedText>’ has the meaning given that term in section 331 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (49 U.S.C. 40101 note).”</content>
</subsection>
</section></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s304/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation on Unmanned Aircraft Systems.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Chapter 11 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 1155 the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 1156">“SEC. § 1156. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s1156">14 U.S.C. 1156</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Limitation on unmanned aircraft system </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">During any fiscal year for which funds are appropriated for the design or construction of an Offshore Patrol Cutter, the Commandant—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may not award a contract for design of an unmanned aircraft system for use by the Coast Guard; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">may lease, acquire, or acquire the services of an unmanned aircraft system only if such system—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has been part of a program of record of, procured by, or used by a Federal entity (or funds for research, development, test, and evaluation have been received from a Federal entity with regard to such system) before the date on which the Commandant leases, acquires, or acquires the services of the system; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is leased, acquired, or utilized by the Commandant through an agreement with a Federal entity, unless such an agreement is not practicable or would be less cost-effective than an independent contract action by the Coast Guard.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Small Unmanned Aircraft Exemption.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subsection (a)(2) does not apply to small unmanned aircraft.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section, the terms ‘small unmanned aircraft’ and ‘unmanned aircraft system’ have the meanings given those terms in section 331 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (49 U.S.C. 40101 note).”</content>
</subsection>
</section></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s304/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Clerical Amendments.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s304/c/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s301">14 U.S.C. 301</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Chapter 3.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis for chapter 3 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“319.</designator><label> Land-based unmanned aircraft system program.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s304/c/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s1101">14 U.S.C. 1101</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Chapter 11.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis for chapter 11 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 1155 the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“1156.</designator><label> Limitation on unmanned aircraft systems.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s304/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conforming Amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subsection (c) of section 1105 of title 14, United States Code, is repealed.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="305">SEC. 305. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">COAST GUARD HEALTH-CARE PROFESSIONALS; LICENSURE PORTABILITY. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Chapter 5 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 507 the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 508">“SEC. § 508. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s508">14 U.S.C. 508</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Coast Guard health-care professionals; licensure portabilit </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of law regarding the licensure of health-care providers, a health-care professional described in subsection (b) may practice the health profession or professions of the health-care professional at any location in any State, the District of Columbia, or a Commonwealth, territory, or possession of the United States, regardless of where such health-care professional or the patient is located, if the practice is within the scope of the authorized Federal duties of such health-care professional.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Described Individuals.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A health-care professional described in this subsection is an individual—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">who is—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a member of the Coast Guard;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a civilian employee of the Coast Guard;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a member of the Public Health Service who is assigned to the Coast Guard; or</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any other health-care professional credentialed and privileged at a Federal health-care institution or location specially designated by the Secretary; and</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">who—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has a current license to practice medicine, osteopathic medicine, dentistry, or another health profession; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is performing authorized duties for the Coast Guard.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section, the terms ‘license’ and ‘health-care professional’ have the meanings given those terms in section 1094(e) of title 10.”</content>
</subsection>
</section></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s501">14 U.S.C. 501</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Clerical Amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis for chapter 5 of title 14, United States Code,is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 507 the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“508.</designator><label> Coast Guard health-care professionals; licensure portability.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s504">14 U.S.C. 504 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Electronic Health Records.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">System.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commandant of the Coast Guard is authorized to procure for the Coast Guard an electronic health record system that—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/1/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has been competitively awarded by the Department of Defense; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/1/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">ensures full integration with the Department of Defense electronic health record systems.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Support services.—</heading>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commandant is authorized to procure support services for the electronic health record system procured under paragraph (1) necessary to ensure full integration with the Department of Defense electronic health record systems.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Scope.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Support services procured pursuant to this paragraph may include services for the following:</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/2/B/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">System integration support.</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Hosting support.</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/2/B/iii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Training, testing, technical, and data migration support.</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/2/B/iv" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Hardware support.</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/2/B/v" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any other support the Commandant considers appropriate.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authorized procurement actions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commandant is authorized to procure an electronic health record system under this subsection through the following:</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/3/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A task order under the Department of Defense electronic health record contract.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/3/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A sole source contract award.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/3/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An agreement made pursuant to sections 1535 and 1536 of title 31, United States Code.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/3/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A contract or other procurement vehicle otherwise authorized.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s305/c/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Competition in contracting; exemption.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Procurement of an electronic health record system and support services pursuant to this subsection shall be exempt from the competition requirements of section 2304 of title 10, United States Code.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s306" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="306">SEC. 306. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">TRAINING; EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROVIDERS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s306/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Chapter 7 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 718">“SEC. § 718. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s718">14 U.S.C. 718</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Training; emergency response provider </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commandant may, on a reimbursable or a non-reimbursable basis, make a training available to emergency response providers whenever the Commandant determines that—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a member of the Coast Guard, who is scheduled to participate in such training, is unable or unavailable to participate in such training;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">no other member of the Coast Guard, who is assigned to the unit to which the member of the Coast Guard who is unable or unavailable to participate in such training is assigned, is able or available to participate in such training; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">such training, if made available to such emergency response providers, would further the goal of interoperability among Federal agencies, non-Federal governmental agencies, or both.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Emergency Response Providers Defined.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section, the term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">emergency response providers</quotedText>’ has the meaning given that term in section 2 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 101).</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Treatment of Reimbursement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any reimbursements for a training that the Coast Guard receives under this section shall be credited to the appropriation used to pay the costs for such training.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">“(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Status; Limitation on Liability.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Status.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any individual to whom, as an emergency response provider, training is made available under this section, who is not otherwise a Federal employee, shall not, because of that training, be considered a Federal employee for any purpose (including the purposes of chapter 81 of title 5 (relating to compensation for injury) and sections 2671 through 2680 of title 28 (relating to tort claims)).</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation on liability.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The United States shall not be liable for actions taken by an individual in the course of training made available under this section.”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s306/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s701">14 U.S.C. 701</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Clerical Amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis for chapter 7 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“718.</designator><label> Training; emergency response providers.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s307" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="307">SEC. 307. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">INCENTIVE CONTRACTS FOR COAST GUARD YARD AND INDUSTRIAL ESTABLISHMENTS. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 939 of title 14, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s307/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by inserting before “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">The Secretary may</quotedText>” the following: “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">(a) In General.—</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s307/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (a), as so designated by paragraph (1) of this section, by striking the period at the end of the last sentence and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">or in accordance with subsection (b).</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s307/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Incentive Contracts.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The parties to an order for industrial work to be performed by the Coast Guard Yard or a Coast Guard industrial establishment designated under subsection (a) may enter into an order or a cost-plus-incentive-fee order in accordance with this subsection.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If such parties enter into such an order or a cost-plus-incentive-fee order, an agreed-upon amount of any adjustment described in subsection (a) may be distributed as an incentive to the wage-grade industrial employees who complete the order.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Before entering into such an order or cost-plus-incentive-fee order such parties must agree that the wage-grade employees of the Coast Guard Yard or Coast Guard industrial establishment will take action to improve the delivery schedule or technical performance agreed to in the order for industrial work to which such parties initially agreed.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of law, if the industrial workforce of the Coast Guard Yard or Coast Guard industrial establishment satisfies the performance target established in such an order or cost-plus-incentive-fee order—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the adjustment to be made pursuant to subsection (a) shall be reduced by an agreed-upon amount and distributed to such wage-grade industrial employees; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the remainder of the adjustment shall be credited to the appropriation for such order current at that time.”</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s308" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="308">SEC. 308. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CONFIDENTIAL INVESTIGATIVE EXPENSES. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 944 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">$45,000</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">$250,000</quotedText>”.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s309" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="309">SEC. 309. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REGULAR CAPTAINS; RETIREMENT. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 2149(a) of title 14, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s309/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">zone is</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">zone, or from being placed at the top of the list of selectees promulgated by the Secretary under section 2121(a) of this title, is</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s309/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking the period at the end and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">or placed at the top of the list of selectees, as applicable.</quotedText>”.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s310" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="310">SEC. 310. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CONVERSION, ALTERATION, AND REPAIR PROJECTS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s310/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Chapter 9 of title 14, United States Code, as amended by this Act, is further amended by inserting after section 951 the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 952">“SEC. § 952. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s952">14 U.S.C. 952</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Construction of Coast Guard vessels and assignment of vessel project </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">“The assignment of Coast Guard vessel conversion, alteration, and repair projects shall be based on economic and military considerations and may not be restricted by a requirement that certain parts of Coast Guard shipwork be assigned to a particular type of shipyard or geographical area or by a similar requirement.”</content>
</section></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s310/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s901">14 U.S.C. 901</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Clerical Amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis for chapter 9 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 951 the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“952.</designator><label> Construction of Coast Guard vessels and assignment of vessel projects.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s311" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="311">SEC. 311. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CONTRACTING FOR MAJOR ACQUISITIONS PROGRAMS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s311/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">General Acquisition Authority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 501(d) of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">aircraft, and systems,</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">vessels,</quotedText>”.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s311/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Contracting Authority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Chapter 11 of title 14, United States Code, as amended by this Act, is further amended by inserting after section 1136 the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 1137">“SEC. § 1137. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s1137">14 U.S.C. 1137</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Contracting for major acquisitions program </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In carrying out authorities provided to the Secretary to design, construct, accept, or otherwise acquire assets and systems under section 501(d), the Secretary, acting through the Commandant or the head of an integrated program office established for a major acquisition program, may enter into contracts for a major acquisition program.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authorized Methods.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Contracts entered into under subsection (a)—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may be block buy contracts;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may be incrementally funded;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">may include combined purchases, also known as economic order quantity purchases, of—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">materials and components; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">long lead time materials; and</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">as provided in section 2306b of title 10, may be multiyear contracts.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Subject to Appropriations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any contract entered into under subsection (a) shall provide that any obligation of the United States to make a payment under the contract is subject to the availability of amounts specifically provided in advance for that purpose in subsequent appropriations Acts.”</content>
</subsection>
</section></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s311/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s1101">14 U.S.C. 1101</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Clerical Amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis for chapter 11 of title 14, United States Code, as amended by this Act, is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section 1136 the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“1137.</designator><label> Contracting for major acquisitions programs.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s311/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conforming Amendments.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The following provisions are repealed:</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s311/d/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s577">14 U.S.C. 577 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 223 of the Howard Coble Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2014 (14 U.S.C. 1152 note), and the item relating to that section in the table of contents in section 2 of such Act.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s311/d/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s573">14 U.S.C. 573</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 221(a) of the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2012 (14 U.S.C. 1133 note).</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s311/d/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s87">14 U.S.C. 87</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 207(a) of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2016 (14 U.S.C. 561 note).</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s311/e" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s1137">14 U.S.C. 1137 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Internal Regulations and Policy.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall establish the internal regulations and policies necessary to exercise the authorities provided under this section, including the amendments made in this section.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s311/f" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s1133">14 U.S.C. 1133 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Multiyear Contracts.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating is authorized to enter into a multiyear contract for the procurement of a tenth, eleventh, and twelfth National Security Cutter and associated government-furnished equipment.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s312" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="312">SEC. 312. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">OFFICER PROMOTION ZONES. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 2111(a) of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">six-tenths.</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">one-half.</quotedText>”.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s313" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="313">SEC. 313. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CROSS REFERENCE. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 2129(a) of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">designated under section 2317</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">cadet</quotedText>”.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s314" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="314">SEC. 314. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">COMMISSIONED SERVICE RETIREMENT. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For Coast Guard officers who retire in fiscal year 2018 or 2019, the President may reduce the period of active commissioned service required under section 2152 of title 14, United States Code, to a period of not less than 8 years.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s315" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="315">SEC. 315. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">LEAVE FOR BIRTH OR ADOPTION OF CHILD. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s315/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Policy.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 2512 of title 14, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s315/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Not later than 1 year</quotedText>” and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subsection (b), not later than 1 year”</content>
</subsection></quotedContent>; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s315/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Leave Associated With Birth or Adoption of Child.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding subsection (a), sections 701 and 704 of title 10, or any other provision of law, all officers and enlisted members of the Coast Guard shall be authorized leave associated with the birth or adoption of a child during the 1-year period immediately following such birth or adoption and, at the discretion of the Commanding Officer, such officer or enlisted member shall be permitted—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to take such leave in increments; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to use flexible work schedules (pursuant to a program established by the Secretary in accordance with chapter 61 of title 5).”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s315/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s2512">14 U.S.C. 2512 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Flexible Work Schedules.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall ensure that a flexible work schedule program under chapter 61 of title 5, United States Code, is in place for officers and enlisted members of the Coast Guard.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s316" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="316">SEC. 316. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s2701">14 U.S.C. 2701</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CLOTHING AT TIME OF DISCHARGE. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 2705 of title 14, United States Code, and the item relating to that section in the analysis for chapter 27 of that title, are repealed.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s317" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="317">SEC. 317. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">UNFUNDED PRIORITIES LIST. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s317/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 5102 of title 14, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s317/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 60 days after the date on which the President submits to Congress a budget pursuant to section 1105 of title 31, the Commandant shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a capital investment plan for the Coast Guard that identifies for each capital asset for which appropriations are proposed in that budget—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the proposed appropriations included in the budget;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the total estimated cost of completion based on the proposed appropriations included in the budget;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">projected funding levels for each fiscal year for the next 5 fiscal years or until project completion, whichever is earlier;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an estimated completion date based on the proposed appropriations included in the budget;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">“(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an acquisition program baseline, as applicable; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">“(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">projected commissioning and decommissioning dates for each asset.”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s317/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section, the term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">new capital asset</quotedText>’ means—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an acquisition program that does not have an approved acquisition program baseline; or</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the acquisition of a capital asset in excess of the number included in the approved acquisition program baseline.”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s317/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Unfunded Priorities.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Chapter 51 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 5108">“SEC. § 5108. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s5108">14 U.S.C. 5108</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Unfunded priorities lis </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 60 days after the date on which the President submits to Congress a budget pursuant to section 1105 of title 31, the Commandant shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a list of each unfunded priority for the Coast Guard.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prioritization.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The list required under subsection (a) shall present the unfunded priorities in order from the highest priority to the lowest, as determined by the Commandant.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Unfunded Priority Defined.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section, the term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">unfunded priority</quotedText>’ means a program or mission requirement that—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has not been selected for funding in the applicable proposed budget;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is necessary to fulfill a requirement associated with an operational need; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Commandant would have recommended for inclusion in the applicable proposed budget had additional resources been available or had the requirement emerged before the budget was submitted.”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s317/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s510">14 U.S.C. 510</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Clerical Amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis for chapter 51 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“5108.</designator><label> Unfunded priorities list.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s318" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="318">SEC. 318. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">SAFETY OF VESSELS OF THE ARMED FORCES. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s318/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 527 of title 14, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s318/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the heading, by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">naval vessels</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">vessels of the Armed Forces</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s318/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (a), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">United States naval vessel</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">vessel of the Armed Forces</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s318/a/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (b)—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s318/a/3/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">senior naval officer present in command</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">senior officer present in command</quotedText>”; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s318/a/3/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">United States naval vessel</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">vessel of the Armed Forces</quotedText>”; and</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s318/a/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">“(e) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of this title, the term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">vessel of the Armed Forces</quotedText>’ means—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any vessel owned or operated by the Department of Defense or the Coast Guard, other than a time- or voyage-chartered vessel; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any vessel owned and operated by the Department of Transportation that is designated by the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating as a vessel equivalent to a vessel described in paragraph (1).”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s318/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s501">14 U.S.C. 501</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Clerical Amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis for chapter 5 of title 14, United States Code, is further amended by striking the item relating to section 527 and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“527.</designator><label> Safety of vessels of the Armed Forces.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s318/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conforming Amendments.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 2510(a)(1) of title 14, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s318/c/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">armed forces</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Armed Forces</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s318/c/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 101(a) of title 10</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 527(e)</quotedText>”.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s319" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="319">SEC. 319. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">AIR FACILITIES. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 912 of title 14, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s319/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking subsection (a);</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s319/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by redesignating subsections (b) and (c) as subsections (a) and (b), respectively;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s319/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (a) as redesignated—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s319/3/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by amending paragraph (3) to read as follows:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Public notice and comment.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Prior to closing an air facility, the Secretary shall provide opportunities for public comment, including the convening of public meetings in communities in the area of responsibility of the air facility with regard to the proposed closure or cessation of operations at the air facility.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Public meetings.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Prior to convening a public meeting under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall notify each congressional office representing any portion of the area of responsibility of the air station that is the subject to such public meeting of the schedule and location of such public meeting.”</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph></quotedContent>;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s319/3/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (4)—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s319/3/B/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">2015</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">2017</quotedText>”; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s319/3/B/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by amending subparagraph (A) to read as follows:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">submit to the Congress a proposal for such closure, cessation, or reduction in operations along with the budget of the President submitted to Congress under section 1105(a) of title 31 that includes—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a discussion of the determination made by the Secretary pursuant to paragraph (2); and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a report summarizing the public comments received by the Secretary under paragraph (3)”</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph></quotedContent>; and</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIII/s319/3/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">“(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Congressional review.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may not close, cease operations, or significantly reduce personnel and use of a Coast Guard air facility for which a written notice is provided under paragraph (4)(A) until a period of 18 months beginning on the date on which such notice is provided has elapsed.”</content>
</paragraph></quotedContent>.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</section>
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">TITLE IV—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PORTS AND WATERWAYS SAFETY </heading>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s401" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="401">SEC. 401. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CODIFICATION OF PORTS AND WATERWAYS SAFETY ACT. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s401/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Codification.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subtitle VII of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting before chapter 701 the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<chapter style="-uslm-dtd:chapter">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="700">“CHAPTER 700—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PORTS AND WATERWAYS SAFETY </heading>
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem class="centered" role="subchapter" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“ subchapter a—</designator><label>vessel operations</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70001.</designator><label> Vessel traffic services.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70002.</designator><label> Special powers.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70003.</designator><label> Port access routes.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70004.</designator><label> Considerations by Secretary.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70005.</designator><label> International agreements.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem class="centered" role="subchapter" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“ subchapter b—</designator><label>ports and waterways safety</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70011.</designator><label> Waterfront safety.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70012.</designator><label> Navigational hazards.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70013.</designator><label> Requirement to notify Coast Guard of release of objects into the navigable waters of the United States.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem class="centered" role="subchapter" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“ subchapter c—</designator><label>condition for entry into ports in the united states</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70021.</designator><label> Conditions for entry to ports in the united states.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem class="centered" role="subchapter" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“ subchapter d—</designator><label>definitions, regulations, enforcement, investigatory powers, applicability</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70031.</designator><label> Definitions.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70032.</designator><label> Saint Lawrence Seaway.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70033.</designator><label> Limitation on application to foreign vessels.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70034.</designator><label> Regulations.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70035.</designator><label> Investigatory powers.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70036.</designator><label> Enforcement.</label></referenceItem>
</toc>
<subchapter style="-uslm-dtd:subchapter">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“SUBCHAPTER I—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">VESSEL OPERATIONS </heading>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70001">“SEC. § 70001. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70001">46 U.S.C. 70001</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Vessel traffic service </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to the requirements of section 70004, the Secretary—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in any port or place under the jurisdiction of the United States, in the navigable waters of the United States, or in any area covered by an international agreement negotiated pursuant to section 70005, may construct, operate, maintain, improve, or expand vessel traffic services, that consist of measures for controlling or supervising vessel traffic or for protecting navigation and the marine environment and that may include one or more of reporting and operating requirements, surveillance and communications systems, routing systems, and fairways;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall require appropriate vessels that operate in an area of a vessel traffic service to utilize or comply with that service;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3)</num><subparagraph class="inline" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may require vessels to install and use specified navigation equipment, communications equipment, electronic relative motion analyzer equipment, or any electronic or other device necessary to comply with a vessel traffic service or that is necessary in the interests of vessel safety.</content></subparagraph>
<subparagraph class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall not require fishing vessels under 300 gross tons as measured under section 14502, or an alternate tonnage measured under section 14302 as prescribed by the Secretary under section 14104, or recreational vessels 65 feet or less to possess or use the equipment or devices required by this subsection solely under the authority of this chapter;</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">may control vessel traffic in areas subject to the jurisdiction of the United States that the Secretary determines to be hazardous, or under conditions of reduced visibility, adverse weather, vessel congestion, or other hazardous circumstances, by—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">specifying times of entry, movement, or departure;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">establishing vessel traffic routing schemes;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">establishing vessel size, speed, or draft limitations and vessel operating conditions; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">restricting operation, in any hazardous area or under hazardous conditions, to vessels that have particular operating characteristics or capabilities that the Secretary considers necessary for safe operation under the circumstances;</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">“(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may require the receipt of prearrival messages from any vessel, destined for a port or place subject to the jurisdiction of the United States, in sufficient time to permit advance vessel traffic planning before port entry, which shall include any information that is not already a matter of record and that the Secretary determines necessary for the control of the vessel and the safety of the port or the marine environment; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">“(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may prohibit the use on vessels of electronic or other devices that interfere with communication and navigation equipment, except that such authority shall not apply to electronic or other devices certified to transmit in the maritime services by the Federal Communications Commission and used within the frequency bands 157.1875-157.4375 MHz and 161.7875-162.0375 MHz.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Cooperative Agreements.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may enter into cooperative agreements with public or private agencies, authorities, associations, institutions, corporations, organizations, or other persons to carry out the functions under subsection (a)(1).</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A nongovernmental entity may not under this subsection carry out an inherently governmental function.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">As used in this paragraph, the term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">inherently governmental function</quotedText>’ means any activity that is so intimately related to the public interest as to mandate performance by an officer or employee of the Federal Government, including an activity that requires either the exercise of discretion in applying the authority of the Government or the use of judgment in making a decision for the Government.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation of Liability for Coast Guard Vessel Traffic Service Pilots and Non-Federal Vessel Traffic Service Operators.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Coast guard vessel traffic service pilots.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any pilot, acting in the course and scope of his or her duties while at a Coast Guard Vessel Traffic Service, who provides information, advice, or communication assistance while under the supervision of a Coast Guard officer, member, or employee shall not be liable for damages caused by or related to such assistance unless the acts or omissions of such pilot constitute gross negligence or willful misconduct.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Non-federal vessel traffic service operators.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An entity operating a non-Federal vessel traffic information service or advisory service pursuant to a duly executed written agreement with the Coast Guard, and any pilot acting on behalf of such entity, is not liable for damages caused by or related to information, advice, or communication assistance provided by such entity or pilot while so operating or acting unless the acts or omissions of such entity or pilot constitute gross negligence or willful misconduct.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70002">“SEC. § 70002. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70002">46 U.S.C. 70002</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Special power </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">“The Secretary may order any vessel, in a port or place subject to the jurisdiction of the United States or in the navigable waters of the United States, to operate or anchor in a manner the Secretary directs if—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Secretary has reasonable cause to believe such vessel does not comply with any regulation issued under section 70034 or any other applicable law or treaty;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Secretary determines such vessel does not satisfy the conditions for port entry set forth in section 70021 of this title; or</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by reason of weather, visibility, sea conditions, port congestion, other hazardous circumstances, or the condition of such vessel, the Secretary is satisfied such direction is justified in the interest of safety.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70003">“SEC. § 70003. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70003">46 U.S.C. 70003</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Port access route </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authority To Designate.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subsection (b) and subject to the requirements of subsection (c), in order to provide safe access routes for the movement of vessel traffic proceeding to or from ports or places subject to the jurisdiction of the United States, the Secretary shall designate necessary fairways and traffic separation schemes for vessels operating in the territorial sea of the United States and in high seas approaches, outside the territorial sea, to such ports or places. Such a designation shall recognize, within the designated area, the paramount right of navigation over all other uses.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">No designation may be made by the Secretary under this section if—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Secretary determines such a designation, as implemented, would deprive any person of the effective exercise of a right granted by a lease or permit executed or issued under other applicable provisions of law; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">such right has become vested before the time of publication of the notice required by paragraph (1) of subsection (c).</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consultation required.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall make the determination under paragraph (1)(A) after consultation with the head of the agency responsible for executing the lease or issuing the permit.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consideration of Other Uses.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Before making a designation under subsection (a), and in accordance with the requirements of section 70004, the Secretary shall—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">undertake a study of the potential traffic density and the need for safe access routes for vessels in any area for which fairways or traffic separation schemes are proposed or that may otherwise be considered and publish notice of such undertaking in the Federal Register;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in consultation with the Secretary of State, the Secretary of the Interior, the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of the Army, and the Governors of affected States, as their responsibilities may require, take into account all other uses of the area under consideration, including, as appropriate, the exploration for, or exploitation of, oil, gas, or other mineral resources, the construction or operation of deepwater ports or other structures on or above the seabed or subsoil of the submerged lands or the Outer Continental Shelf of the United States, the establishment or operation of marine or estuarine sanctuaries, and activities involving recreational or commercial fishing; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to the extent practicable, reconcile the need for safe access routes with the needs of all other reasonable uses of the area involved.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">“(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Study.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In carrying out the Secretary’s responsibilities under subsection (c), the Secretary shall—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">proceed expeditiously to complete any study undertaken; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">after completion of such a study, promptly—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">issue a notice of proposed rulemaking for the designation contemplated; or</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">publish in the Federal Register a notice that no designation is contemplated as a result of the study and the reason for such determination.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">“(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Implementation of Designation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In connection with a designation made under this section, the Secretary—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall issue reasonable rules and regulations governing the use of such designated areas, including rules and regulations regarding the applicability of rules 9 and 10 of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, relating to narrow channels and traffic separation schemes, respectively, in waters where such regulations apply;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to the extent that the Secretary finds reasonable and necessary to effectuate the purposes of the designation, make the use of designated fairways and traffic separation schemes mandatory for specific types and sizes of vessels, foreign and domestic, operating in the territorial sea of the United States and for specific types and sizes of vessels of the United States operating on the high seas beyond the territorial sea of the United States;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may, from time to time, as necessary, adjust the location or limits of designated fairways or traffic separation schemes in order to accommodate the needs of other uses that cannot be reasonably accommodated otherwise, except that such an adjustment may not, in the judgment of the Secretary, unacceptably adversely affect the purpose for which the existing designation was made and the need for which continues; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall, through appropriate channels—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">notify cognizant international organizations of any designation, or adjustment thereof; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">take action to seek the cooperation of foreign States in making it mandatory for vessels under their control to use, to the same extent as required by the Secretary for vessels of the United States, any fairway or traffic separation scheme designated under this section in any area of the high seas.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70004">“SEC. § 70004. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70004">46 U.S.C. 70004</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Considerations by Secretar </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">“In carrying out the duties of the Secretary under sections 70001, 70002, and 70003, the Secretary shall—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">take into account all relevant factors concerning navigation and vessel safety, protection of the marine environment, and the safety and security of United States ports and waterways, including—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the scope and degree of the risk or hazard involved;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">vessel traffic characteristics and trends, including traffic volume, the sizes and types of vessels involved, potential interference with the flow of commercial traffic, the presence of any unusual cargoes, and other similar factors;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">port and waterway configurations and variations in local conditions of geography, climate, and other similar factors;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the need for granting exemptions for the installation and use of equipment or devices for use with vessel traffic services for certain classes of small vessels, such as self-propelled fishing vessels and recreational vessels;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the proximity of fishing grounds, oil and gas drilling and production operations, or any other potential or actual conflicting activity;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">“(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">environmental factors;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">“(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">economic impact and effects;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">“(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">existing vessel traffic services; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">local practices and customs, including voluntary arrangements and agreements within the maritime community; and</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">at the earliest possible time, consult with and receive and consider the views of representatives of the maritime community, ports and harbor authorities or associations, environmental groups, and other persons who may be affected by the proposed actions.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70005">“SEC. § 70005. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70005">46 U.S.C. 70005</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> International agreement </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Transmittal of Regulations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall transmit, via the Secretary of State, to appropriate international bodies or forums, any regulations issued under this subchapter, for consideration as international standards.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Agreements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The President is authorized and encouraged to—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">enter into negotiations and conclude and execute agreements with neighboring nations, to establish compatible vessel standards and vessel traffic services, and to establish, operate, and maintain international vessel traffic services, in areas and under circumstances of mutual concern; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">enter into negotiations, through appropriate international bodies, and conclude and execute agreements to establish vessel traffic services in appropriate areas of the high seas.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Operations.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary, pursuant to any agreement negotiated under subsection (b) that is binding upon the United States in accordance with constitutional requirements, may—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">require vessels operating in an area of a vessel traffic service to utilize or to comply with the vessel traffic service, including the carrying or installation of equipment and devices as necessary for the use of the service; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">waive, by order or regulation, the application of any United States law or regulation concerning the design, construction, operation, equipment, personnel qualifications, and manning standards for vessels operating in waters over which the United States exercises jurisdiction if such vessel is not en route to or from a United States port or place, and if vessels en route to or from a United States port or place are accorded equivalent waivers of laws and regulations of the neighboring nation, when operating in waters over which that nation exercises jurisdiction.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">“(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Ship Reporting Systems.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary, in cooperation with the International Maritime Organization, may implement and enforce two mandatory ship reporting systems, consistent with international law, with respect to vessels subject to such reporting systems entering the following areas of the Atlantic Ocean:</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Cape Cod Bay, Massachusetts Bay, and Great South Channel (in the area generally bounded by a line starting from a point on Cape Ann, Massachusetts at 42 deg. 39′ N., 70 deg. 37′ W; then northeast to 42 deg. 45′ N., 70 deg. 13′ W; then southeast to 42 deg. 10′ N., 68 deg. 31′ W, then south to 41 deg. 00′ N., 68 deg. 31′ W; then west to 41 deg. 00′ N., 69 deg. 17′ W; then northeast to 42 deg. 05′ N., 70 deg. 02′ W, then west to 42 deg. 04′ N., 70 deg. 10′ W; and then along the Massachusetts shoreline of Cape Cod Bay and Massachusetts Bay back to the point on Cape Ann at 42 deg. 39′ N., 70 deg. 37′ W).</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In the coastal waters of the Southeastern United States within about 25 nm along a 90 nm stretch of the Atlantic seaboard (in an area generally extending from the shoreline east to longitude 80 deg. 51.6′ W with the southern and northern boundary at latitudes 30 deg. 00′ N., 31 deg. 27′ N., respectively).</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
</subchapter>
<subchapter style="-uslm-dtd:subchapter">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“SUBCHAPTER II—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PORTS AND WATERWAYS SAFETY </heading>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70011">“SEC. § 70011. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70011">46 U.S.C. 70011</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Waterfront safet </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may take such action as is necessary to—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">prevent damage to, or the destruction of, any bridge or other structure on or in the navigable waters of the United States, or any land structure or shore area immediately adjacent to such waters; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">protect the navigable waters and the resources therein from harm resulting from vessel or structure damage, destruction, or loss.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Actions Authorized.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Actions authorized by subsection (a) include—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">establishing procedures, measures, and standards for the handling, loading, unloading, storage, stowage, and movement on a structure (including the emergency removal, control, and disposition) of explosives or other dangerous articles and substances, including oil or hazardous material as those terms are defined in section 2101;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">prescribing minimum safety equipment requirements for a structure to assure adequate protection from fire, explosion, natural disaster, and other serious accidents or casualties;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">establishing water or waterfront safety zones, or other measures, for limited, controlled, or conditional access and activity when necessary for the protection of any vessel, structure, waters, or shore area; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">establishing procedures for examination to assure compliance with the requirements prescribed under this section.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State Law.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this section, with respect to structures, prohibits a State or political subdivision thereof from prescribing higher safety equipment requirements or safety standards than those that may be prescribed by regulations under this section.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70012">“SEC. § 70012. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70012">46 U.S.C. 70012</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Navigational hazard </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reporting Procedure.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall establish a program to encourage fishermen and other vessel operators to report potential or existing navigational hazards involving pipelines to the Secretary through Coast Guard field offices.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Secretary’s Response.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Notification by the operator of a pipeline.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Upon notification by the operator of a pipeline of a hazard to navigation with respect to that pipeline, the Secretary shall immediately notify Coast Guard headquarters, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, other affected Federal and State agencies, and vessel owners and operators in the pipeline’s vicinity.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Notification by other persons.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Upon notification by any other person of a hazard or potential hazard to navigation with respect to a pipeline, the Secretary shall promptly determine whether a hazard exists, and if so shall immediately notify Coast Guard headquarters, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, other affected Federal and State agencies, vessel owners and operators in the pipeline’s vicinity, and the owner and operator of the pipeline.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Pipeline Defined.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of this section, the term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">pipeline</quotedText>’ has the meaning given the term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">pipeline facility</quotedText>’ in section 60101(a)(18) of title 49.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70013">“SEC. § 70013. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70013">46 U.S.C. 70013</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Requirement to notify Coast Guard of release of objects into the navigable waters of the United State </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">As soon as a person has knowledge of any release from a vessel or facility into the navigable waters of the United States of any object that creates an obstruction prohibited under section 10 of the Act of March 3, 1899, popularly known as the Rivers and Harbors Appropriations Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C. 403), such person shall notify the Secretary and the Secretary of the Army of such release.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Restriction on Use of Notification.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any notification provided by an individual in accordance with subsection (a) may not be used against such individual in any criminal case, except a prosecution for perjury or for giving a false statement.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
</subchapter>
<subchapter style="-uslm-dtd:subchapter">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“SUBCHAPTER III—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CONDITION FOR ENTRY INTO PORTS IN THE UNITED STATES </heading>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70021">“SEC. § 70021. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70021">46 U.S.C. 70021</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Conditions for entry to ports in the United State </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">No vessel that is subject to chapter 37 shall operate in the navigable waters of the United States or transfer cargo or residue in any port or place under the jurisdiction of the United States, if such vessel—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has a history of accidents, pollution incidents, or serious repair problems that, as determined by the Secretary, creates reason to believe that such vessel may be unsafe or may create a threat to the marine environment;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">fails to comply with any applicable regulation issued under section 70034, chapter 37, or any other applicable law or treaty;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">discharges oil or hazardous material in violation of any law of the United States or in a manner or quantities inconsistent with any treaty to which the United States is a party;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">does not comply with any applicable vessel traffic service requirements;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">“(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is manned by one or more officers who are licensed by a certificating State that the Secretary has determined, pursuant to section 9101 of title 46, does not have standards for licensing and certification of seafarers that are comparable to or more stringent than United States standards or international standards that are accepted by the United States;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">“(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is not manned in compliance with manning levels as determined by the Secretary to be necessary to insure the safe navigation of the vessel; or</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">“(7) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">while underway, does not have at least one licensed deck officer on the navigation bridge who is capable of clearly understanding English.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exceptions.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may allow provisional entry of a vessel that is not in compliance with subsection (a), if the owner or operator of such vessel proves, to the satisfaction of the Secretary, that such vessel is not unsafe or a threat to the marine environment, and if such entry is necessary for the safety of the vessel or persons aboard.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Provisions not applicable.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Paragraphs (1), (2), (3), and (4) of subsection (a) of this section shall not apply to a vessel allowed provisional entry under paragraph (1) if the owner or operator of such vessel proves, to the satisfaction of the Secretary, that such vessel is no longer unsafe or a threat to the marine environment, and is no longer in violation of any applicable law, treaty, regulation, or condition, as appropriate.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
</subchapter>
<subchapter role="definitions" style="-uslm-dtd:subchapter">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">“SUBCHAPTER IV—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">DEFINITIONS, REGULATIONS, ENFORCEMENT, INVESTIGATORY POWERS, APPLICABILITY </heading>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70031">“SEC. § 70031. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70031">46 U.S.C. 70031</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Definition </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">“As used in subchapters A through C and this subchapter, unless the context otherwise requires:</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">marine environment</quotedText>’ means—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the navigable waters of the United States and the land and resources therein and thereunder;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the waters and fishery resources of any area over which the United States asserts exclusive fishery management authority;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the seabed and subsoil of the Outer Continental Shelf of the United States, the resources thereof, and the waters superjacent thereto; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the recreational, economic, and scenic values of such waters and resources.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Secretary</quotedText>’ means the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, except that such term means the Secretary of Transportation with respect to the application of this chapter to the Saint Lawrence Seaway.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">navigable waters of the United States</quotedText>’ includes all waters of the territorial sea of the United States as described in Presidential Proclamation No. 5928 of December 27, 1988.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70032">“SEC. § 70032. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70032">46 U.S.C. 70032</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Saint Lawrence Seawa </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">“The authority granted to the Secretary under sections 70001, 70002, 70003, 70004, and 70011 may not be delegated with respect to the Saint Lawrence Seaway to any agency other than the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation. Any other authority granted the Secretary under subchapters A through C and this subchapter shall be delegated by the Secretary to the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation to the extent the Secretary determines such delegation is necessary for the proper operation of the Saint Lawrence Seaway.</content>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70033">“SEC. § 70033. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70033">46 U.S.C. 70033</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Limitation on application to foreign vessel </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">“Except pursuant to international treaty, convention, or agreement, to which the United States is a party, subchapters A through C and this subchapter shall not apply to any foreign vessel that is not destined for, or departing from, a port or place subject to the jurisdiction of the United States and that is in—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">innocent passage through the territorial sea of the United States; or</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">transit through the navigable waters of the United States that form a part of an international strait.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70034">“SEC. § 70034. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70034">46 U.S.C. 70034</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Regulation </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In accordance with section 553 of title 5, the Secretary shall issue, and may from time to time amend or repeal, regulations necessary to implement subchapters A through C and this subchapter.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consultation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In the exercise of the regulatory authority under subchapters A through C and this subchapter, the Secretary shall consult with, and receive and consider the views of all interested persons, including—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">interested Federal departments and agencies;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">officials of State and local governments;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of the maritime community;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of port and harbor authorities or associations;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">“(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">representatives of environmental groups;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">“(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any other interested persons who are knowledgeable or experienced in dealing with problems involving vessel safety, port and waterways safety, and protection of the marine environment; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">“(7) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">advisory committees consisting of all interested segments of the public when the establishment of such committees is considered necessary because the issues involved are highly complex or controversial.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70035">“SEC. § 70035. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70035">46 U.S.C. 70035</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Investigatory power </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Secretary.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may investigate any incident, accident, or act involving the loss or destruction of, or damage to, any structure subject to subchapters A through C and this subchapter, or that affects or may affect the safety or environmental quality of the ports, harbors, or navigable waters of the United States.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Powers.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In an investigation under this section, the Secretary may issue subpoenas to require the attendance of witnesses and the production of documents or other evidence relating to such incident, accident, or act. If any person refuses to obey a subpoena, the Secretary may request the Attorney General to invoke the aid of the appropriate district court of the United States to compel compliance with the subpoena. Any district court of the United States may, in the case of refusal to obey a subpoena, issue an order requiring compliance with the subpoena, and failure to obey the order may be punished by the court as contempt. Witnesses may be paid fees for travel and attendance at rates not exceeding those allowed in a district court of the United States.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70036">“SEC. § 70036. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70036">46 U.S.C. 70036</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Enforcemen </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Civil Penalty.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any person who is found by the Secretary, after notice and an opportunity for a hearing, to have violated subchapters A through C or this subchapter or a regulation issued under subchapters A through C or this subchapter shall be liable to the United States for a civil penalty, not to exceed $25,000 for each violation. Each day of a continuing violation shall constitute a separate violation. The amount of such civil penalty shall be assessed by the Secretary, or the Secretary’s designee, by written notice. In determining the amount of such penalty, the Secretary shall take into account the nature, circumstances, extent, and gravity of the prohibited acts committed and, with respect to the violator, the degree of culpability, any history of prior offenses, ability to pay, and such other matters as justice may require.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Compromise, modification, or remission.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may compromise, modify, or remit, with or without conditions, any civil penalty that is subject to imposition or that has been imposed under this section.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Failure to pay penalty.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If any person fails to pay an assessment of a civil penalty after it has become final, the Secretary may refer the matter to the Attorney General of the United States, for collection in any appropriate district court of the United States.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Criminal Penalty.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Class d felony.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any person who willfully and knowingly violates subchapters A through C or this subchapter or any regulation issued thereunder commits a class D felony.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Class c felony.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any person who, in the willful and knowing violation of subchapters A through C or this subchapter or of any regulation issued thereunder, uses a dangerous weapon, or engages in conduct that causes bodily injury or fear of imminent bodily injury to any officer authorized to enforce the provisions of such a subchapter or the regulations issued under such subchapter, commits a class C felony.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In Rem Liability.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any vessel that is used in violation of subchapters A, B, or C or this subchapter, or any regulations issued under such subchapter, shall be liable in rem for any civil penalty assessed pursuant to subsection (a) and may be proceeded against in the United States district court for any district in which such vessel may be found.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">“(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Injunction.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The United States district courts shall have jurisdiction to restrain violations of subchapter A, B, or C or this subchapter or of regulations issued under such subchapter, for cause shown.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">“(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Denial of Entry.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in section 70021, the Secretary may, subject to recognized principles of international law, deny entry by any vessel that is not in compliance with subchapter A, B, or C or this subchapter or the regulations issued under such subchapter—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">into the navigable waters of the United States; or</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to any port or place under the jurisdiction of the United States.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">“(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Withholding of Clearance.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If any owner, operator, or individual in charge of a vessel is liable for a penalty or fine under this section, or if reasonable cause exists to believe that the owner, operator, or individual in charge may be subject to a penalty or fine under this section, the Secretary of the Treasury, upon the request of the Secretary, shall with respect to such vessel refuse or revoke any clearance required by section 60105 of title 46.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Granting clearance refused or revoked.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Clearance refused or revoked under this subsection may be granted upon filing of a bond or other surety satisfactory to the Secretary.”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
</subchapter>
</chapter></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s401/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70001">46 U.S.C. 70001</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Clerical Amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis at the beginning of such subtitleis amended by inserting before the item relating to chapter 701 the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“700.</designator><label> Ports and Waterways Safety”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>
</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s402" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="402">SEC. 402. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CONFORMING AMENDMENTS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s402/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Electronic Charts.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s402/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Transfer of provision.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4A of the Ports and Waterways Safety Act (33 U.S.C. 1223a)—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s402/a/1/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is redesignated as section 3105 of title 46, United States Code, and transferred to appear after section 3104 of that title; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s402/a/1/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is amended by striking subsection (b) and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation on Application.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except pursuant to an international treaty, convention, or agreement, to which the United States is a party, this section shall not apply to any foreign vessel that is not destined for, or departing from, a port or place subject to the jurisdiction of the United States and that is in—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">innocent passage through the territorial sea of the United States; or</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">transit through the navigable waters of the United States that form a part of an international strait.”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s402/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s3101">46 U.S.C. 3101</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Clerical amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis at the beginning of chapter 31 of such titleis amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“3105.</designator><label> Electronic charts.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s402/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Port, Harbor, and Coastal Facility Security.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s402/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Transfer of provisions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">So much of section 7 of the Ports and Waterways Safety Act (33 U.S.C. 1226) as precedes subsection (c) of that section is redesignated as section 70116 of title 46, United States Code, and transferred to section 70116 of that title.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s402/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions, administration, and enforcement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 70116 of title 46, United States Code, as amended by paragraph (1) of this subsection, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions, Administration, and Enforcement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">This section shall be treated as part of chapter 700 for purposes of sections 70031, 70032, 70034, 70035, and 70036.”</content>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s402/b/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70101">46 U.S.C. 70101</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Clerical amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis at the beginning of chapter 701 of such titleis amended by striking the item relating to section 70116 and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70116.</designator><label> Port, harbor, and coastal facility security.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s402/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Nondisclosure of Port Security Plans.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subsection (c) of section 7 of the Ports and Waterways Safety Act (33 U.S.C. 1226), as so designated before the application of subsection (b)(1) of this section—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s402/c/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is redesignated as subsection (f) of section 70103 of title 46, United States Code, and transferred so as to appear after subsection (e) of such section; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s402/c/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">this Act</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">this chapter</quotedText>”.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s402/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s2301">46 U.S.C. 2301</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repeal.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 2307 of title 46, United States Code, and the item relating to that section in the analysis at the beginning of chapter 23 of that title, are repealed.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s402/e" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repeal.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Ports and Waterways Safety Act (33 U.S.C. 1221-1231, 1232-1232b), as amended by this Act, is repealed.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s403" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="403">SEC. 403. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s101">46 U.S.C. 101 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">TRANSITIONAL AND SAVINGS PROVISIONS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s403/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section:</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s403/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Source provision.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">source provision</quotedText>” means a provision of law that is replaced by a title 46 provision under this title.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s403/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Title 46 provision.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">title 46 provision</quotedText>” means a provision of title 46, United States Code, that is enacted by section 402.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s403/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Cutoff Date.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The title 46 provisions replace certain provisions of law enacted before the date of the enactment of this Act. If a law enacted after that date amends or repeals a source provision, that law is deemed to amend or repeal, as the case may be, the corresponding title 46 provision. If a law enacted after that date is otherwise inconsistent with a title 46 provision or a provision of this title, that law supersedes the title 46 provision or provision of this title to the extent of the inconsistency.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s403/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Original Date of Enactment Unchanged.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of determining whether one provision of law supersedes another based on enactment later in time, a title 46 provision is deemed to have been enacted on the date of enactment of the source provision that the title 46 provision replaces.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s403/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">References to Title 46 Provisions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A reference to a title 46 provision, including a reference in a regulation, order, or other law, is deemed to refer to the corresponding source provision.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s403/e" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">References to Source Provisions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A reference to a source provision, including a reference in a regulation, order, or other law, is deemed to refer to the corresponding title 46 provision.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s403/f" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Regulations, Orders, and Other Administrative Actions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A regulation, order, or other administrative action in effect under a source provision continues in effect under the corresponding title 46 provision.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s403/g" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Actions Taken and Offenses Committed.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An action taken or an offense committed under a source provision is deemed to have been taken or committed under the corresponding title 46 provision.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s404" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="404">SEC. 404. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s101">46 U.S.C. 101 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">RULE OF CONSTRUCTION. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">This title, including the amendments made by this title, is intended only to transfer provisions of the Ports and Waterways Safety Act to title 46, United States Code, and may not be construed to alter—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s404/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the effect of a provision of the Ports and Waterways Safety Act, including any authority or requirement therein;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s404/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a department or agency interpretation with respect to the Ports and Waterways Safety Act; or</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s404/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a judicial interpretation with respect to the Ports and Waterways Safety Act.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s405" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="405">SEC. 405. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">ADVISORY COMMITTEE: REPEAL. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 18 of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 1991 (Public Law 102-241; 105 Stat. 2213) is repealed.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s406" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="406">SEC. 406. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REGATTAS AND MARINE PARADES. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s406/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Chapter 700 of title 46, United States Code, as established by section 401 of this Act, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subchapter style="-uslm-dtd:subchapter">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">“SUBCHAPTER V—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REGATTAS AND MARINE PARADES </heading>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70041">“SEC. § 70041. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70041">46 U.S.C. 70041</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Regattas and marine parade </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commandant of the Coast Guard may issue regulations to promote the safety of life on navigable waters during regattas or marine parades.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Detail and Use of Vessels.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">To enforce regulations issued under this section—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Commandant may detail any public vessel in the service of the Coast Guard and make use of any private vessel tendered gratuitously for that purpose; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">upon the request of the Commandant, the head of any other Federal department or agency may enforce the regulations by means of any public vessel of such department and any private vessel tendered gratuitously for that purpose.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Transfer of Authority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The authority of the Commandant under this section may be transferred by the President for any special occasion to the head of another Federal department or agency whenever in the President’s judgment such transfer is desirable.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">“(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Penalties.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For any violation of regulations issued pursuant to this section the following penalties shall be incurred:</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A licensed officer shall be liable to suspension or revocation of license in the manner prescribed by law for incompetency or misconduct.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any person in charge of the navigation of a vessel other than a licensed officer shall be liable to a penalty of $5,000.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The owner of a vessel (including any corporate officer of a corporation owning the vessel) actually on board shall be liable to a penalty of $5,000, unless the violation of regulations occurred without the owner’s knowledge.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any other person shall be liable to a penalty of $2,500.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Mitigation or remission.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commandant may mitigate or remit any penalty provided for in this subsection in the manner prescribed by law for the mitigation or remission of penalties for violation of the navigation laws.”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
</subchapter></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s406/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s700001">46 U.S.C. 700001</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Clerical Amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis for chapter 700 of title 46, United States Code, as established by section 401 of this Act,is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem class="centered" role="subchapter" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“subchapter e—</designator><label>regattas and marine parades</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70041.</designator><label> Regattas and marine parades.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s406/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repeal.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Act of April 28, 1908 (35 Stat. 69, chapter 151; 33 U.S.C. 1233 et seq.), is repealed.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="407">SEC. 407. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REGULATION OF VESSELS IN TERRITORIAL WATERS OF UNITED STATES. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment of Subchapter F.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Chapter 700 of title 46, United States Code, as established by section 401 of this Act, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subchapter style="-uslm-dtd:subchapter">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="VI">“SUBCHAPTER VI—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REGULATION OF VESSELS IN TERRITORIAL WATERS OF UNITED STATES </heading>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70054">“SEC. § 70054. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70054">46 U.S.C. 70054</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">“In this subchapter:</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">United states.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">United States</quotedText>’ includes all territory and waters, continental or insular, subject to the jurisdiction of the United States.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Territorial waters.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">territorial waters of the United States</quotedText>’ includes all waters of the territorial sea of the United States as described in Presidential Proclamation 5928 of December 27, 1988.”</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
</subchapter></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Regulation of Anchorage and Movement of Vessels During National Emergency.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 1 of title II of the Act of June 15, 1917 (40 Stat. 220, chapter 30; 50 U.S.C. 191), is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking the section designation and all that follows before “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">by proclamation</quotedText>” and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70051">“SEC. § 70051. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70051">46 U.S.C. 70051</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Regulation of anchorage and movement of vessels during national emergenc </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">“Whenever the President”</content>
</section></quotedContent>;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">of the Treasury</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407/b/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407/b/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">this title</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">this subchapter</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407/b/5" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by transferring the section so that the section appears before section 70054 of title 46, United States Code (as added by subsection (a) of this section).</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Seizure and Forfeiture of Vessel; Fine and Imprisonment.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 2 of title II of the Act of June 15, 1917 (40 Stat. 220, chapter 30; 50 U.S.C. 192), is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407/c/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking the section designation and all that follows before “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">agent,</quotedText>” and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70052">“SEC. § 70052. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70052">46 U.S.C. 70052</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Seizure and forfeiture of vessel; fine and imprisonmen </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If any owner,”</content>
</subsection>
</section></quotedContent>;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407/c/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">this title</quotedText>” each place it appears and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">this subchapter</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407/c/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by transferring the section so that the section appears after section 70051 of title 46, United States Code (as transferred by subsection (b) of this section).</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Enforcement Provisions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4 of title II of the Act of June 15, 1917 (40 Stat. 220, chapter 30; 50 U.S.C. 194), is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407/d/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking all before “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">may employ</quotedText>” and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70053">“SEC. § 70053. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70053">46 U.S.C. 70053</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Enforcement provision </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">“The President”</content>
</section></quotedContent>;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407/d/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">the purpose of this title</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">this subchapter</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407/d/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by transferring the section so that the section appears after section 70052 of title 46, United States Code (as transferred by subsection (c) of this section).</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIV/s407/e" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70001">46 U.S.C. 70001</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Clerical Amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis for chapter 700 of title 46, United States Code, as established by section 401 of this Act, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem class="centered" role="subchapter" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“ subchapter f—</designator><label>regulation of vessels in territorial waters of united states</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70051.</designator><label> Regulation of anchorage and movement of vessels during national emergency.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70052.</designator><label> Seizure and forfeiture of vessel; fine and imprisonment.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70053.</designator><label> Enforcement provisions.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“70054.</designator><label> Definitions.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">TITLE V—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">MARITIME TRANSPORTATION SAFETY </heading>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s501" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="501">SEC. 501. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CONSISTENCY IN MARINE INSPECTIONS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s501/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 3305 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">“(d)</num><paragraph class="inline" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commandant of the Coast Guard shall ensure that Officers in Charge, Marine Inspections consistently interpret regulations and standards under this subtitle and chapter 700 to avoid disruption and undue expense to industry.</content></paragraph>
<paragraph class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2)</num><subparagraph class="inline" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to subparagraph (B), in the event of a disagreement regarding the condition of a vessel or the interpretation of a regulation or standard referred to in subsection (a) between a local Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection conducting an inspection of the vessel and the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection that issued the most recent certificate of inspection for the vessel, such Officers shall seek to resolve such disagreement.</content></subparagraph>
<subparagraph class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If a disagreement described in subparagraph (A) involves vessel design or plan review, the Coast Guard marine safety center shall be included in all efforts to resolve such disagreement.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If a disagreement described in subparagraph (A) or (B) cannot be resolved, the local Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection shall submit to the Commandant of the Coast Guard, through the cognizant Coast Guard district commander, a request for a final agency determination of the matter in disagreement.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commandant of the Coast Guard shall—</chapeau>
<subparagraph class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provide to each person affected by a decision or action by an Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection or by the Coast Guard marine safety center all information necessary for such person to exercise any right to appeal such decision or action; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if such an appeal is filed, process such appeal under parts 1 through 4 of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, as in effect on the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2017.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section, the term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection</quotedText>’ means any person from the civilian or military branch of the Coast Guard who—</chapeau>
<subparagraph class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is designated as such by the Commandant; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">under the superintendence and direction of the cognizant Coast Guard district commander, is in charge of an inspection zone for the performance of duties with respect to the inspections under, and enforcement and administration of, subtitle II, chapter 700, and regulations under such laws.”</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s501/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report on Marine Inspector Training.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on the training, experience, and qualifications required for assignment as a marine inspector under section 312 of title 14, United States Code, including—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s501/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of any continuing education requirement, including a specific list of the required courses;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s501/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the training, including a specific list of the included courses, offered to a journeyman or an advanced journeyman marine inspector to advance inspection expertise;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s501/b/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of any training that was offered in the 15-year period before the date of the enactment of this Act, but is no longer required or offered, including a specific list of the included courses, including the senior marine inspector course and any plan review courses;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s501/b/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a justification for why a course described in paragraph (3) is no longer required or offered; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s501/b/5" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a list of the course content the Commandant considers necessary to promote consistency among marine inspectors in an environment of increasingly complex vessels and vessel systems.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s502" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="502">SEC. 502. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">UNINSPECTED PASSENGER VESSELS IN ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MINNESOTA. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4105 of title 46, United States Code, amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s502/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (d); and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s502/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by inserting after subsection (b) the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In applying this title with respect to an uninspected vessel of less than 25 feet overall in length that carries passengers on Crane Lake or waters contiguous to such lake in St. Louis County, Minnesota, the Secretary shall substitute ‘12 passengers’ for ‘6 passengers’ each place it appears in section 2101(51).”</content>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s503" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="503">SEC. 503. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">ENGINE CUT-OFF SWITCH REQUIREMENTS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s503/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Chapter 43 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 4312">“SEC. § 4312. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s4312">46 U.S.C. 4312</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Engine cut-off switche </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Installation Requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A manufacturer, distributor, or dealer that installs propulsion machinery and associated starting controls on a covered recreational vessel shall equip such vessel with an engine cut-off switch and engine cut-off switch link that meet American Boat and Yacht Council Standard A-33, as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2017.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Education on Cut-off Switches.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commandant of the Coast Guard, through the National Boating Safety Advisory Committee established under section 15105, may initiate a boating safety program on the use and benefits of cut-off switches for recreational vessels.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Availability of Standard for Inspection.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Commandant shall transmit American Boat and Yacht Council Standard A-33, as in effect on the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2017, to—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Coast Guard Office of Design and Engineering Standards; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the National Archives and Records Administration.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Availability.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The standard submitted under paragraph (1) shall be kept on file and available for public inspection at such Coast Guard office and the National Archives and Records Administration.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">“(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section:</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Covered recreational vessel.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">covered recreational vessel</quotedText>’ means a recreational vessel that is—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">less than 26 feet overall in length; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">capable of developing 115 pounds or more of static thrust.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Dealer.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">dealer</quotedText>’ means any person who is engaged in the sale and distribution of recreational vessels or associated equipment to purchasers whom the seller in good faith believes to be purchasing any such vessel or associated equipment for purposes other than resale.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Distributor.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">distributor</quotedText>’ means any person engaged in the sale and distribution of recreational vessels and associated equipment for the purposes of resale.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Manufacturer.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">equipment manufacturer</quotedText>’ means any person engaged in the manufacture, construction, or assembly of recreational vessels or associated equipment, or the importation of recreational vessels into the United States for subsequent sale.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">“(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Propulsion machinery.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">propulsion machinery</quotedText>’ means a self-contained propulsion system, and includes, but is not limited to, inboard engines, outboard motors, and sterndrive engines.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">“(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Static thrust.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">static thrust</quotedText>’ means the forward or backwards thrust developed by propulsion machinery while stationary.”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s503/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s4301">46 U.S.C. 4301</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Clerical Amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis at the beginning of such chapter is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“4312.</designator><label> Engine cut-off switches.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s503/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s4312">46 U.S.C. 4312 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Effective Date.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4312 of title 46, United States Code, as amended by this section, shall take effect one year after the date of the enactment of this Act.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s504" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="504">SEC. 504. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">EXCEPTION FROM SURVIVAL CRAFT REQUIREMENTS. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4502(b) of title 46, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s504/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (2)(B), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">a survival craft</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">subject to paragraph (3), a survival craft</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s504/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except for a nonapplicable vessel, an auxiliary craft shall satisfy the equipment requirement under paragraph (2)(B) if such craft is—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">necessary for normal fishing operations;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">readily accessible during an emergency; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">capable, in accordance with the Coast Guard capacity rating, when applicable, of safely holding all individuals on board the vessel to which the craft functions as an auxiliary.”</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph></quotedContent>; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s504/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="k">“(k) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the purposes of this section, the term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">auxiliary craft</quotedText>’ means a vessel that is carried onboard a fishing vessel and is normally used to support fishing operations.”</content>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s505" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="505">SEC. 505. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">SAFETY STANDARDS. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4502(f) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking paragraphs (2) and (3) and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall examine at dockside a vessel described in subsection (b) at least once every 5 years, but may require an exam at dockside every 2 years for certain vessels described in subsection (b) if requested by the owner or operator; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall issue a certificate of compliance to a vessel meeting the requirements of this chapter and satisfying the requirements in paragraph (2).”</content>
</paragraph></quotedContent>.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s506" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="506">SEC. 506. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">FISHING SAFETY GRANTS. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4502 of title 46, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s506/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsections (i) and (j), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Secretary</quotedText>” each place it appears and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Secretary of Health and Human Services</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s506/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (i)(2), as amended by paragraph (1), by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">, in consultation with and based on criteria established by the Commandant of the Coast Guard</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Health and Human Services</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s506/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (i)(3), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">75</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">50</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s506/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (i)(4), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">$3,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2017</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">$3,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2018 through 2019</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s506/5" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (j)(2), as amended by paragraph (1), by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">, in consultation with and based on criteria established by the Commandant of the Coast Guard,</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Health and Human Services</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s506/6" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (j)(3), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">75</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">50</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s506/7" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (j)(4), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">$3,000,000 for each fiscal years 2015 through 2017</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">$3,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2018 through 2019</quotedText>”.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s507" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="507">SEC. 507. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">FISHING, FISH TENDER, AND FISH PROCESSING VESSEL CERTIFICATION. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s507/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Nonapplication.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4503(c)(2)(A) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">79</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">180</quotedText>”.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s507/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Determining When Keel Is Laid.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4503(f) of title 46, United States Code, as redesignated by section 508 of this Act, is further amended to read as follows:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">“(f)</num><paragraph class="inline" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of this section and section 4503a, the term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">built</quotedText>’ means, with respect to a vessel, that the vessel’s construction has reached any of the following stages:</chapeau>
<subparagraph class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The vessel’s keel is laid.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Construction identifiable with the vessel has begun and assembly of that vessel has commenced comprising of at least 50 metric tons or one percent of the estimated mass of all structural material, whichever is less.</content>
</subparagraph></paragraph>
<paragraph class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In the case of a vessel greater than 79 feet overall in length, for purposes of paragraph (1)(A) a keel is deemed to be laid when a marine surveyor affirms that a structure adequate for serving as a keel for such vessel is in place and identified for use in the construction of such vessel.”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="508">SEC. 508. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">DEADLINE FOR COMPLIANCE WITH ALTERNATE SAFETY COMPLIANCE PROGRAM. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s4503a">46 U.S.C. 4503a</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4503(d) of title 46, United States Code, is redesignated as section 4503a and transferred to appear after section 4503 of such title.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Fishing, Fish Tender, and Fish Processing Vessel Certification.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4503 of title 46, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by redesignating subsections (e), (f), and (g) as subsections (d), (e), and (f), respectively;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (b), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">subsection (d)</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 4503a</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/b/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (c)(2)(B)(ii)(I), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">subsection (e)</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">subsection (d)</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/b/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (c)(2)(B)(ii)(II), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">subsection (f)</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">subsection (e)</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/b/5" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (e)(1), as amended by paragraph (1) of this subsection, by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">subsection (e)</quotedText>” each place it appears and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">subsection (d)</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/b/6" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (e)(2), as amended by paragraph (1) of this subsection, by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">subsection (e)</quotedText>” each place it appears and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">subsection (d)</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Alternate Safety Compliance Program.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4503a of title 46, United States Code, as redesignated and transferred by subsection (a) of this section, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/c/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by redesignating paragraphs (1), (2), (3), (4), and (5) as subsections (a), (b), (c), (d), and (e), respectively;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/c/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by inserting before subsection (a), as so redesignated, the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 4503a">“SEC. § 4503a. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Alternate safety compliance program”</heading>
</section></quotedContent>;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/c/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (a), as redesignated by paragraph (1) of this subsection, by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">After January 1, 2020,</quotedText>” and all that follows through “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">the Secretary, if</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Subject to subsection (c), beginning on the date that is 3 years after the date that the Secretary prescribes an alternate safety compliance program, a fishing vessel, fish processing vessel, or fish tender vessel to which section 4502(b) of this title applies shall comply with such an alternate safety compliance program, if</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/c/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (a), as so redesignated, by redesignating subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C) as paragraphs (1), (2), and (3), respectively;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/c/5" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (b), as so redesignated, by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">establishes standards for an alternate safety compliance program, shall comply with such an alternative safety compliance program that is developed in cooperation with the commercial fishing industry and prescribed by the Secretary</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">prescribes an alternate safety compliance program under subsection (a), shall comply with such an alternate safety compliance program</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/c/6" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by amending subsection (c), as so redesignated, to read as follows:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of subsection (a), a separate alternate safety compliance program may be developed for a specific region or specific fishery.”</content>
</subsection></quotedContent>;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/c/7" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (d), as so redesignated—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/c/7/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">paragraph (1)</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">subsection (a)</quotedText>”; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/c/7/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">that paragraph</quotedText>” each place it appears and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">that subsection</quotedText>”;</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/c/8" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (e), as so redesignated, by—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/c/8/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">is not eligible to participate in an alternative safety compliance program prescribed under subsection (a) and</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">July 1, 2012</quotedText>”; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/c/8/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B) as paragraphs (1) and (2), respectively;</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/c/9" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="9">(9) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">“(f) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For the purposes of this section, the term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">built</quotedText>’ has the meaning given that term in section 4503(f).”</content>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s4501">46 U.S.C. 4501</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Clerical Amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis at the beginning of chapter 45 of such titleis amended by inserting after the item relating to section 4503 the following<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“4503a.</designator><label> Alternate safety compliance program.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/e" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conforming Amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 3104 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 4503(e)</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 4503(d)</quotedText>”.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/f" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s4503">46 U.S.C. 4503 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Final Rule.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall issue a final rule implementing the requirements enumerated in section 4503(d) of title 46, as amended by subsection (b)(1) of this section.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/g" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Alternate Safety Compliance Program Status Report.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/g/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than January 1, 2020, the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report on the status of the development of the alternate safety compliance program directed by section 4503a of title 46, United States Code, as redesignated by subsection (c).</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/g/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Contents.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The report required under paragraph (1) shall include discussion of—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/g/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">steps taken in the rulemaking process to establish the alternate safety compliance program;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/g/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">communication and collaboration between the Coast Guard, the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, and the commercial fishing vessel industry regarding the development of the alternate safety compliance program;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/g/2/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">consideration given to developing alternate safety compliance programs for specific regions and fisheries, as authorized in section 4503a(c) of such title, as redesignated by subsection (c);</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/g/2/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any identified legislative changes necessary to implement an effective alternate safety compliance program; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s508/g/2/E" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the timeline and planned actions that will be taken to implement regulations necessary to fully establish an alternate safety compliance program before January 1, 2020.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s509" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="509">SEC. 509. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">TERMINATION OF UNSAFE OPERATIONS; TECHNICAL CORRECTION. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4505(2) of title 46, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s509/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">4503(1)</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">4503(a)(2)</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s509/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by inserting before the period the following: “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">, except that this paragraph shall not apply with respect to a vessel to which section 4503a applies</quotedText>”.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s510" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="510">SEC. 510. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS: LICENSES, CERTIFICATES OF REGISTRY, AND MERCHANT MARINER DOCUMENTS. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Title 46, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s510/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in section 7106(b), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">merchant mariner’s document,</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">license,</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s510/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in section 7107(b), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">merchant mariner’s document,</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">certificate of registry,</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s510/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in section 7507(b)(1), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">licenses or certificates of registry</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">merchant mariner documents</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s510/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in section 7507(b)(2) by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">merchant mariner’s document.</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">license or certificate of registry.</quotedText>”.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s511" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="511">SEC. 511. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CLARIFICATION OF LOGBOOK ENTRIES. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s511/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 11304 of title 46, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s511/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (a), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">an official logbook, which</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">a logbook, which may be in any form, including electronic, and</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s511/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (b), by amending paragraph (3) to read as follows:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each illness of, and injury to, a seaman of the vessel, the nature of the illness or injury, and the medical treatment provided for the injury or illness.”</content>
</paragraph></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s511/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Technical Amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 11304(b) is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">log book</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">logbook</quotedText>”.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s512" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="512">SEC. 512. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CERTIFICATES OF DOCUMENTATION FOR RECREATIONAL VESSELS. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 12105 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">“(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Effective Period.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3), a certificate of documentation issued under this part is valid for a 1-year period and may be renewed for additional 1-year periods.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Recreational vessels.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A certificate of documentation for a recreational vessel and the renewal of such a certificate shall be effective for a 5-year period.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Phase-in period.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">During the period beginning January 1, 2019, and ending December 31, 2021, the owner or operator of a recreational vessel may choose a period of effectiveness of between 1 and 5 years for such a certificate of documentation for such vessel or the renewal thereof.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Fees.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirement.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall assess and collect a fee—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for the issuance of a certificate of documentation for a recreational vessel that is equivalent to the fee established for the issuance of a certificate of documentation under section 2110; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for the renewal of a certificate of documentation for a recreational vessel that is equivalent to the number of years of effectiveness of the certificate of documentation multiplied by the fee established for the renewal of a certificate of documentation under section 2110.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Treatment.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Fees collected under this subsection—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall be credited to the account from which the costs of such issuance or renewal were paid; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may remain available until expended.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Notice of change in information.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The owner of a vessel shall notify the Coast Guard of each change in the information on which the issuance of the certificate of documentation for the vessel is based that occurs before the expiration of the certificate under this subsection, by not later than 30 days after such change.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Termination of certificate.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The certificate of documentation for a vessel shall terminate upon the expiration of such 30-day period if the owner has not notified the Coast Guard of such change before the end of such period.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State and local authority to remove abandoned and derelict vessels.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit the authority of a State or local authority from taking action to remove an abandoned or derelict vessel.”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s513" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="513">SEC. 513. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">NUMBERING FOR UNDOCUMENTED BARGES. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 12301(b) of title 46, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s513/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">shall</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">may</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s513/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">of</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">barge</quotedText>”.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s514" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="514">SEC. 514. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">BACKUP NATIONAL TIMING SYSTEM. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s514/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s101">49 U.S.C. 101 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Short Title.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">This section may be cited as the “<shortTitle style="-uslm-dtd:quote">National Timing Resilience and Security Act of 2018</shortTitle>”.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s514/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Chapter 3 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 312">“SEC. § 312. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s312">49 U.S.C. 312</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Alternative timing syste </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary of Transportation shall provide for the establishment, sustainment, and operation of a land-based, resilient, and reliable alternative timing system—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to reduce critical dependencies and provide a complement to and backup for the timing component of the Global Positioning System (referred to in this section as ‘GPS’); and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to ensure the availability of uncorrupted and non-degraded timing signals for military and civilian users in the event that GPS timing signals are corrupted, degraded, unreliable, or otherwise unavailable.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment of Requirements.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the National Timing Resilience and Security Act of 2018, the Secretary of Transportation shall establish requirements for the procurement of the system required by subsection (a) as a complement to and backup for the timing component of GPS in accordance with the timing requirements study required by section 1618 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328; 130 Stat. 2595).</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary of Transportation shall ensure, to the maximum extent practicable, that the system established under subsection (a) will—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be wireless;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be terrestrial;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provide wide-area coverage;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be synchronized with coordinated universal time;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be resilient and extremely difficult to disrupt or degrade;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">“(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be able to penetrate underground and inside buildings;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">“(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be capable of deployment to remote locations;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">“(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be developed, constructed, and operated incorporating applicable private sector expertise;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">work in concert with and complement any other similar positioning, navigation, and timing systems, including enhanced long-range navigation systems and Nationwide Differential GPS systems;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="J">“(J) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be available for use by Federal and non-Federal government agencies for public purposes at no net cost to the Federal Government within 10 years of initiation of operation;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="K">“(K) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be capable of adaptation and expansion to provide position and navigation capabilities;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="L">“(L) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">incorporate the recommendations from any GPS back-up demonstration program initiated and completed by the Secretary, in coordination with other Federal agencies, before the date specified in subsection (c)(1); and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="M">“(M) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">incorporate such other elements as the Secretary considers appropriate.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Implementation Plan.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Plan required.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the National Timing Resilience and Security Act of 2018, the Secretary of Transportation shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report setting forth the following:</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A plan to develop, construct, and operate the system required by subsection (a).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A description and assessment of the advantages of a system to provide a follow-on complementary and backup positioning and navigation capability to the timing component of GPS.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Deadline for commencement of operation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The system required by subsection (a) shall be in operation by not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of the National Timing Resilience and Security Act of 2018.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Minimum duration of operational capability.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The system required by subsection (a) shall be designed to be fully operational for not less than 20 years.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">“(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">LORAN Facilities.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Secretary of Transportation determines that any LORAN infrastructure, including the underlying real property and any spectrum associated with LORAN, in the possession of the Coast Guard is required by the Department of Transportation for the purpose of establishing the system required by subsection (a), the Commandant shall transfer such property, spectrum, and equipment to the Secretary.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CERCLA not affected.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">This subsection shall not be construed to limit the application of or otherwise affect section 120(h) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620(h)) with respect to the Federal Government facilities described in paragraph (1).</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">“(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Cooperative Agreement.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary of Transportation may enter into a cooperative agreement (as that term is described in section 6305 of title 31) with an entity upon such terms and conditions as the Secretary of Transportation determines will fulfill the purpose and requirements of this section and be in the public interest.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The cooperative agreement under paragraph (1) shall, at a minimum, require the Secretary of Transportation to—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">authorize the entity to sell timing and other services to commercial and non-commercial third parties, subject to any national security requirements determined by the Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Defense;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">require the entity to develop, construct, and operate at private expense the backup timing system in accordance with this section;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">allow the entity to make any investments in technologies necessary over the life of such agreement to meet future requirements for advanced timing resilience and technologies;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">require the entity to share 25 percent of the gross proceeds received by the entity from the sale of timing services to third parties with the Secretary for at least 10 years after the date upon which the Secretary enters into the cooperative agreement;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">require the entity—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to assume all financial risk for the completion and operational capability of the system, after the Secretary provides any LORAN facilities necessary for the system under subsection (d), if required for the alternative timing system; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to furnish performance and payment bonds in connection with the system in a reasonable amount as determined by the Secretary; and</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">“(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">require the entity to make any investments in technologies necessary over the life of the agreement to meet future requirements for advanced timing resiliency.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Competition required.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall use competitive procedures similar to those authorized under section 2667 of title 10 in selecting an entity to enter into a cooperative agreement pursuant to this subsection.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authorization to purchase services.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may not purchase timing system services from the entity for use by the Department of Transportation or for provision to other Federal and non-Federal governmental agencies until the system achieves operational status, and then only if the necessary funds for such purchases are provided for in subsequent yearly appropriations acts made available to the Secretary for each and every year in which such purchases are made.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">“(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Determination requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may not enter into a cooperative agreement under this subsection unless the Secretary determines that the cooperative agreement is in the best financial interest of the Federal Government. The Secretary shall notify the Committee on Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives of such determination not later than 30 days after the date of the determination.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">“(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this subsection the term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">entity</quotedText>’ means a non-Federal entity with the demonstrated technical expertise and requisite administrative and financial resources to meet any terms and conditions established by the Secretary for purposes of this subsection.”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s514/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s301">49 U.S.C. 301</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Table of Contents.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The table of contents for chapter 3 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“312.</designator><label> Alternative timing system.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s515" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="515">SEC. 515. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">SCIENTIFIC PERSONNEL. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 2101(41) of title 46, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s515/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">(A) Subject to subparagraph (B),</quotedText>” before the text; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s515/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subparagraph class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B)</num><clause class="inline" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Such term includes an individual who is on board an oceanographic research vessel only to—</chapeau>
<subclause class="leftIndentDecrease2" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">engage in scientific research;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause class="leftIndentDecrease2" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">instruct in oceanography or limnology; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause class="leftIndentDecrease2" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">receive instruction in oceanography or limnology.</content>
</subclause></clause>
<clause class="leftIndentDecrease1" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of clause (i), the age of an individual may not be considered in determining whether the individual is described in such clause.”</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s516" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="516">SEC. 516. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">TRANSPARENCY. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s516/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s12101">46 U.S.C. 12101 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commandant of the Coast Guard shall publish any letter of determination issued by the Coast Guard National Vessel Documentation Center after the date of the enactment of this Act on the National Vessel Documentation Center website not later than 30 days after the date of issuance of such letter of determination.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s516/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Audit.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s516/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct an audit, the results of which shall be made publicly available, of—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s516/b/1/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the method or process by which the Coast Guard National Vessel Documentation Center develops policy for and documents compliance with the requirements of section 67.97 of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, for the purpose of issuing endorsements under section 12112 and 12113 of title 46, United States Code;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s516/b/1/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the coordination between the Coast Guard and U.S. Customs and Border Protection with respect to the enforcement of such requirements; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s516/b/1/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the extent to which the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating and the Secretary of Transportation, through the Maritime Administration, have published and disseminated information to promote compliance with applicable vessel construction requirements.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s516/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 90 days after the audit under paragraph (1) is complete, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report regarding the results of and recommendations made pursuant to such audit.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s516/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Outline.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 180 days after the date of the submission of the Comptroller General of the United States report required under subsection (b), the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives an outline of plans—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s516/c/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to enhance the transparency of the documentation process, and communications with the maritime industry regarding such process over the next 5 years; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tV/s516/c/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to implement the recommendations made by the Comptroller General of the United States in the report required under subsection (b)(2).</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="VI">TITLE VI—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">ADVISORY COMMITTEES </heading>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="601">SEC. 601. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">NATIONAL MARITIME TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEES. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subtitle II of title 46, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<part style="-uslm-dtd:part">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="K">“PART K—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">NATIONAL MARITIME TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEES</heading>
</part>
<chapter style="-uslm-dtd:chapter">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="151">“CHAPTER 151—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">NATIONAL MARITIME TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEES </heading>
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<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><label>“Sec.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“15101.</designator><label> National Chemical Transportation Safety Advisory Committee.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“15102.</designator><label> National Commercial Fishing Safety Advisory Committee.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“15103.</designator><label> National Merchant Marine Personnel Advisory Committee.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“15104.</designator><label> National Merchant Mariner Medical Advisory Committee.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“15105.</designator><label> National Boating Safety Advisory Committee.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“15106.</designator><label> National Offshore Safety Advisory Committee.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“15107.</designator><label> National Navigation Safety Advisory Committee.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“15108.</designator><label> National Towing Safety Advisory Committee.</label></referenceItem>
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“15109.</designator><label> Administration.</label></referenceItem>
</toc>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 15101">“SEC. § 15101. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s15101">46 U.S.C. 15101</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> National Chemical Transportation Safety Advisory Committe </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There is established a National Chemical Transportation Safety Advisory Committee (in this section referred to as the ‘Committee’).</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Function.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall advise the Secretary on matters relating to the safe and secure marine transportation of hazardous materials.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Membership.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall consist of not more than 25 members appointed by the Secretary in accordance with this section and section 15109 of this chapter.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Expertise.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each member of the Committee shall have particular expertise, knowledge, and experience in matters relating to the function of the Committee.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Representation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each member of the Committee shall represent 1 of the following:</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Chemical manufacturing entities.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Entities related to marine handling or transportation of chemicals.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Vessel design and construction entities.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Marine safety or security entities.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Marine environmental protection entities.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Distribution.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall, based on the needs of the Coast Guard, determine the number of members of the Committee who represent each entity specified in paragraph (3). Neither this paragraph nor any other provision of law shall be construed to require an equal distribution of members representing each entity specified in paragraph (3).</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 15102">“SEC. § 15102. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s15102">46 U.S.C. 15102</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> National Commercial Fishing Safety Advisory Committe </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There is established a National Commercial Fishing Safety Advisory Committee (in this section referred to as the ‘Committee’).</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Function.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">advise the Secretary on matters relating to the safe operation of vessels to which chapter 45 of this title applies, including the matters of—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">navigation safety;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">safety equipment and procedures;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">marine insurance;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">vessel design, construction, maintenance, and operation; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">personnel qualifications and training; and</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">review regulations proposed under chapter 45 of this title (during preparation of the regulations).</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Membership.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall consist of 18 members appointed by the Secretary in accordance with this section and section 15109 of this chapter.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Expertise.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each member of the Committee shall have particular expertise, knowledge, and experience in matters relating to the function of the Committee.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Representation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Members of the Committee shall be appointed as follows:</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">10 members shall represent the commercial fishing industry and—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">as a group, shall together reflect a regional and representational balance; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">as individuals, shall each have experience—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the operation of vessels to which chapter 45 of this title applies; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">as a crew member or processing line worker on a fish processing vessel.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent naval architects and marine engineers.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent manufacturers of equipment for vessels to which chapter 45 of this title applies.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent education and training professionals related to fishing vessel, fish processing vessel, and fish tender vessel safety and personnel qualifications.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent underwriters that insure vessels to which chapter 45 of this title applies.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">“(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent owners of vessels to which chapter 45 of this title applies.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">“(G) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">3 members shall represent the general public and, to the extent possible, shall include—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an independent expert or consultant in maritime safety;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a marine surveyor who provides services to vessels to which chapter 45 of this title applies; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a person familiar with issues affecting fishing communities and the families of fishermen.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 15103">“SEC. § 15103. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s15103">46 U.S.C. 15103</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> National Merchant Marine Personnel Advisory Committe </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There is established a National Merchant Marine Personnel Advisory Committee (in this section referred to as the ‘Committee’).</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Function.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall advise the Secretary on matters relating to personnel in the United States merchant marine, including the training, qualifications, certification, documentation, and fitness of mariners.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Membership.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall consist of 19 members appointed by the Secretary in accordance with this section and section 15109 of this chapter.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Expertise.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each member of the Committee shall have particular expertise, knowledge, and experience in matters relating to the function of the Committee.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Representation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Members of the Committee shall be appointed as follows:</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">9 members shall represent mariners and, of the 9—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">each shall—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be a citizen of the United States; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">hold an active license or certificate issued under chapter 71 of this title or a merchant mariner document issued under chapter 73 of this title;</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">3 shall be deck officers who represent merchant marine deck officers and, of the 3—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">2 shall be licensed for oceans any gross tons;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 shall be licensed for inland river route with a limited or unlimited tonnage;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">2 shall have a master’s license or a master of towing vessels license;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">“(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 shall have significant tanker experience; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">“(V) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">to the extent practicable—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 shall represent labor; and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 shall represent management;</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">3 shall be engineering officers who represent merchant marine engineering officers and, of the 3—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">2 shall be licensed as chief engineer any horsepower;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 shall be licensed as either a limited chief engineer or a designated duty engineer; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">to the extent practicable—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 shall represent labor; and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 shall represent management;</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">“(iv) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">2 shall be unlicensed seamen who represent merchant marine unlicensed seaman and, of the 2—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 shall represent able-bodied seamen; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 shall represent qualified members of the engine department; and</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">“(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 shall be a pilot who represents merchant marine pilots.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">6 members shall represent marine educators and, of the 6—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">3 shall be marine educators who represent maritime academies and, of the 3—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">2 shall represent State maritime academies (and are jointly recommended by such academies); and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 shall represent either State maritime academies or the United States Merchant Marine Academy; and</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">3 shall be marine educators who represent other maritime training institutions and, of the 3, 1 shall represent the small vessel industry.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">2 members shall represent shipping companies employed in ship operation management.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">2 members shall represent the general public.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 15104">“SEC. § 15104. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s15104">46 U.S.C. 15104</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> National Merchant Mariner Medical Advisory Committe </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There is established a National Merchant Mariner Medical Advisory Committee (in this section referred to as the ‘Committee’).</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Function.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall advise the Secretary on matters relating to—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">medical certification determinations for the issuance of licenses, certification of registry, and merchant mariners’ documents with respect to merchant mariners;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">medical standards and guidelines for the physical qualifications of operators of commercial vessels;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">medical examiner education; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">medical research.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Membership.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall consist of 14 members appointed by the Secretary in accordance with this section and section 15109 of this chapter.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Expertise.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each member of the Committee shall have particular expertise, knowledge, and experience in matters relating to the function of the Committee.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Representation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Members of the Committee shall be appointed as follows:</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">9 shall represent health-care professionals and have particular expertise, knowledge, and experience regarding the medical examinations of merchant mariners or occupational medicine.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">5 shall represent professional mariners and have particular expertise, knowledge, and experience in occupational requirements for mariners.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 15105">“SEC. § 15105. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s15105">46 U.S.C. 15105</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> National Boating Safety Advisory Committe </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There is established a National Boating Safety Advisory Committee (in this section referred to as the ‘Committee’).</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Function.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall advise the Secretary on matters relating to national boating safety.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Membership.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall consist of 21 members appointed by the Secretary in accordance with this section and section 15109 of this chapter.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Expertise.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each member of the Committee shall have particular expertise, knowledge, and experience in matters relating to the function of the Committee.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Representation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Members of the Committee shall be appointed as follows:</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">7 members shall represent State officials responsible for State boating safety programs.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">7 members shall represent recreational vessel and associated equipment manufacturers.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">7 members shall represent the general public or national recreational boating organizations and, of the 7, at least 5 shall represent national recreational boating organizations.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 15106">“SEC. § 15106. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s15106">46 U.S.C. 15106</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> National Offshore Safety Advisory Committe </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There is established a National Offshore Safety Advisory Committee (in this section referred to as the ‘Committee’).</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Function.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall advise the Secretary on matters relating to activities directly involved with, or in support of, the exploration of offshore mineral and energy resources, to the extent that such matters are within the jurisdiction of the Coast Guard.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Membership.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall consist of 15 members appointed by the Secretary in accordance with this section and section 15109 of this chapter.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Expertise.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each member of the Committee shall have particular expertise, knowledge, and experience in matters relating to the function of the Committee.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Representation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Members of the Committee shall be appointed as follows:</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">2 members shall represent entities engaged in the production of petroleum.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">2 members shall represent entities engaged in offshore drilling.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">2 members shall represent entities engaged in the support, by offshore supply vessels or other vessels, of offshore mineral and oil operations, including geophysical services.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent entities engaged in the construction of offshore exploration and recovery facilities.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent entities engaged in diving services related to offshore construction, inspection, and maintenance.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">“(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent entities engaged in safety and training services related to offshore exploration and construction.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">“(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent entities engaged in pipelaying services related to offshore construction.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">“(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">2 members shall represent individuals employed in offshore operations and, of the 2, 1 shall have recent practical experience on a vessel or offshore unit involved in the offshore mineral and energy industry.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent national environmental entities.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="J">“(J) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent deepwater ports.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="K">“(K) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent the general public (but not a specific environmental group).</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 15107">“SEC. § 15107. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s15107">46 U.S.C. 15107</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> National Navigation Safety Advisory Committe </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There is established a National Navigation Safety Advisory Committee (in this section referred to as the ‘Committee’).</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Function.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall advise the Secretary on matters relating to maritime collisions, rammings, and groundings, Inland Rules of the Road, International Rules of the Road, navigation regulations and equipment, routing measures, marine information, and aids to navigation systems.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Membership.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall consist of not more than 21 members appointed by the Secretary in accordance with this section and section 15109 of this chapter.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Expertise.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each member of the Committee shall have particular expertise, knowledge, and experience in matters relating to the function of the Committee.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Representation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each member of the Committee shall represent 1 of the following:</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Commercial vessel owners or operators.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Professional mariners.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Recreational boaters.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The recreational boating industry.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">State agencies responsible for vessel or port safety.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">“(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Maritime Law Association.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Distribution.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall, based on the needs of the Coast Guard, determine the number of members of the Committee who represent each entity specified in paragraph (3). Neither this paragraph nor any other provision of law shall be construed to require an equal distribution of members representing each entity specified in paragraph (3).</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 15108">“SEC. § 15108. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s15108">46 U.S.C. 15108</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> National Towing Safety Advisory Committe </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There is established a National Towing Safety Advisory Committee (in this section referred to as the ‘Committee’).</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Function.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall advise the Secretary on matters relating to shallow-draft inland navigation, coastal waterway navigation, and towing safety.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Membership.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall consist of 18 members appointed by the Secretary in accordance with this section and section 15109 of this chapter.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Expertise.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each member of the Committee shall have particular expertise, knowledge, and experience in matters relating to the function of the Committee.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Representation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Members of the Committee shall be appointed as follows:</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">7 members shall represent the barge and towing industry, reflecting a regional geographic balance.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent the offshore mineral and oil supply vessel industry.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent masters and pilots of towing vessels who hold active licenses and have experience on the Western Rivers and the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent masters of towing vessels in offshore service who hold active licenses.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent masters of active ship-docking or harbor towing vessels.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">“(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 member shall represent licensed and unlicensed towing vessel engineers with formal training and experience.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">“(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">2 members shall represent port districts, authorities, or terminal operators.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">“(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">2 members shall represent shippers and, of the 2, 1 shall be engaged in the shipment of oil or hazardous materials by barge.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">2 members shall represent the general public.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 15109">“SEC. § 15109. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s15109">46 U.S.C. 15109</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administratio </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Meetings.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each committee established under this chapter shall, at least once each year, meet at the call of the Secretary or a majority of the members of the committee.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Employee Status.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A member of a committee established under this chapter shall not be considered an employee of the Federal Government by reason of service on such committee, except for the purposes of the following:</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Chapter 81 of title 5.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Chapter 171 of title 28 and any other Federal law relating to tort liability.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Compensation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding subsection (b), a member of a committee established under this chapter, when actually engaged in the performance of the duties of such committee, may—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">receive compensation at a rate established by the Secretary, not to exceed the maximum daily rate payable under section 5376 of title 5; or</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">if not compensated in accordance with paragraph (1)—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be reimbursed for actual and reasonable expenses incurred in the performance of such duties; or</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be allowed travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, as authorized by section 5703 of title 5.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">“(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Acceptance of Volunteer Services.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A member of a committee established under this chapter may serve on such committee on a voluntary basis without pay without regard to section 1342 of title 31 or any other law.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">“(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Status of Members.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in paragraph (2), with respect to a member of a committee established under this chapter whom the Secretary appoints to represent an entity or group—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the member is authorized to represent the interests of the applicable entity or group; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">requirements under Federal law that would interfere with such representation and that apply to a special Government employee (as defined in section 202(a) of title 18), including requirements relating to employee conduct, political activities, ethics, conflicts of interest, and corruption, do not apply to the member.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exception.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding subsection (b), a member of a committee established under this chapter shall be treated as a special Government employee for purposes of the committee service of the member if—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Secretary appointed the member to represent the general public; or</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the member, without regard to service on the committee, is a special Government employee.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">“(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Service on Committee.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Solicitation of nominations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Before appointing an individual as a member of a committee established under this chapter, the Secretary shall publish, in the Federal Register, a timely notice soliciting nominations for membership on such committee.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Appointments.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">After considering nominations received pursuant to a notice published under paragraph (1), the Secretary may, as necessary, appoint a member to the applicable committee established under this chapter.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall not seek, consider, or otherwise use information concerning the political affiliation of a nominee in making an appointment to any committee established under this chapter.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Service at pleasure of the secretary.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each member of a committee established under this chapter shall serve at the pleasure of the Secretary.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exception.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding subparagraph (A), a member of the committee established under section 15102 may only be removed prior to the end of the term of that member for just cause.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Security background examinations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may require an individual to have passed an appropriate security background examination before appointment to a committee established under this chapter.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">“(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subparagraph (B), a Federal employee may not be appointed as a member of a committee established under this chapter.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Special rule for national merchant marine personnel advisory committee.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may appoint a Federal employee to serve as a member of the National Merchant Marine Personnel Advisory Committee to represent the interests of the United States Merchant Marine Academy and, notwithstanding paragraphs (1) and (2), may do so without soliciting, receiving, or considering nominations for such appointment.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">“(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Terms.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term of each member of a committee established under this chapter shall expire on December 31 of the third full year after the effective date of the appointment.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Continued service after term.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">When the term of a member of a committee established under this chapter ends, the member, for a period not to exceed 1 year, may continue to serve as a member until a successor is appointed.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">“(7) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Vacancies.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A vacancy on a committee established under this chapter shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">“(8) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Special rule for reappointments.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding paragraphs (1) and (2), the Secretary may reappoint a member of a committee established under this chapter for any term, other than the first term of the member, without soliciting, receiving, or considering nominations for such appointment.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">“(g) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Staff Services.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall furnish to each committee established under this chapter any staff and services considered by the Secretary to be necessary for the conduct of the committee’s functions.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="h">“(h) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Chairman; Vice Chairman.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each committee established under this chapter shall elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman from among the committee’s members.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Vice chairman acting as chairman.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Vice Chairman shall act as Chairman in the absence or incapacity of, or in the event of a vacancy in the office of, the Chairman.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Subcommittees and Working Groups.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Chairman of a committee established under this chapter may establish and disestablish subcommittees and working groups for any purpose consistent with the function of the committee.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Participants.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to conditions imposed by the Chairman, members of a committee established under this chapter and additional persons drawn from entities or groups designated by this chapter to be represented on the committee or the general public may be assigned to subcommittees and working groups established under paragraph (1).</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Chair.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Only committee members may chair subcommittees and working groups established under paragraph (1).</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="j">“(j) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consultation, Advice, Reports, and Recommendations.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consultation.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Before taking any significant action, the Secretary shall consult with, and consider the information, advice, and recommendations of, a committee established under this chapter if the function of the committee is to advise the Secretary on matters related to the significant action.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Inclusion.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of this paragraph, regulations proposed under chapter 45 of this title are significant actions.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Advice, reports, and recommendations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each committee established under this chapter shall submit, in writing, to the Secretary its advice, reports, and recommendations, in a form and at a frequency determined appropriate by the committee.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Explanation of actions taken.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 60 days after the date on which the Secretary receives recommendations from a committee under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">publish the recommendations on a website accessible at no charge to the public;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if the recommendations are from the committee established under section 15102, establish a mechanism for the submission of public comments on the recommendations; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">respond, in writing, to the committee regarding the recommendations, including by providing an explanation of actions taken regarding the recommendations.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Submission to congress.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate the advice, reports, and recommendations received from committees under paragraph (2).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional submission.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">With respect to a committee established under section 70112 and to which this section applies, the Secretary shall submit the advice, reports, and recommendations received from the committee under paragraph (2) to the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives in addition to the committees specified in subparagraph (A).</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="k">“(k) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Observers.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any Federal agency with matters under such agency’s administrative jurisdiction related to the function of a committee established under this chapter may designate a representative to—</chapeau>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">attend any meeting of such committee; and</content>
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<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">participate as an observer at meetings of such committee that relate to such a matter.</content>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="l">“(l) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Termination.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each committee established under this chapter shall terminate on September 30, 2027.”</content>
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<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Clerical Amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis for subtitle II of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to chapter 147 the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
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<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conforming Amendments.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s4501">46 U.S.C. 4501</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Commercial fishing safety advisory committee.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4508 of title 46, United States Code, and the item relating to that section in the analysis for chapter 45 of that title, are repealed.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s7101">46 U.S.C. 7101</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Merchant mariner medical advisory committee.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 7115 of title 46, United States Code, and the item relating to that section in the analysis for chapter 71 of that title, arerepealed.</content>
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<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Merchant marine personnel advisory committee.—</heading>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c/3/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s8101">46 U.S.C. 8101</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repeal.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 8108 of title 46, United States Code, and the item relating to that section in the analysis for chapter 81 of that title, are repealed.</content>
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<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c/3/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conforming amendment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 7510(c)(1)(C) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">National</quotedText>” before “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Merchant Marine</quotedText>”.</content>
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</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">National boating safety advisory council.—</heading>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c/4/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s13101">46 U.S.C. 13101</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repeal.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 13110 of title 46, United States Code, and the item relating to that section in the analysis for chapter 131 of that title, are repealed.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c/4/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conforming amendments.—</heading>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c/4/B/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Regulations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4302(c)(4) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Council established under section 13110 of this title</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Committee established under section 15105 of this title</quotedText>”.</content>
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<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c/4/B/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repair and replacement of defects.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4310(f) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Advisory Council</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Advisory Committee</quotedText>”.</content>
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</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c/5" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Navigation safety advisory council.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 5 of the Inland Navigational Rules Act of 1980 (33 U.S.C. 2073) is repealed.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c/6" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Towing safety advisory committee.—</heading>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c/6/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repeal.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Public Law 96-380 (33 U.S.C. 1231a) is repealed.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c/6/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conforming amendments.—</heading>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c/6/B/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reduction of oil spills from single hull non-self-propelled tank vessels.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 3719 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">National</quotedText>” before “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Towing Safety</quotedText>”.</content>
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<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/c/6/B/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Safety equipment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 4102(f)(1) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">National</quotedText>” before “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Towing Safety</quotedText>”.</content>
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<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s15101">46 U.S.C. 15101 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Treatment of Existing Councils and Committees.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of law—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/d/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an advisory council or committee substantially similar to an advisory committee established under chapter 151 of title 46, United States Code, as added by this Act, and that was in force or in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this section, including a council or committee the authority for which was repealed under subsection (c), may remain in force or in effect for a period of 2 years from the date of enactment of this section, including that the charter, membership, and other aspects of the council or committee may remain in force or in effect; and</content>
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<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/d/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">during the 2-year period referenced in paragraph (1)—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/d/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">requirements relating to the applicable advisory committee established under chapter 151 of title 46, United States Code, shall be treated as satisfied by the substantially similar advisory council or committee; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/d/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the enactment of this section, including the amendments made in this section, shall not be the basis—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/d/2/B/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to deem, find, or declare such council or committee, including the charter, membership, and other aspects thereof, void, not in force, or not in effect;</content>
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<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/d/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to suspend the activities of such council or committee; or</content>
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<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s601/d/2/B/iii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to bar the members of such council or committee from meeting.</content>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="602">SEC. 602. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">MARITIME SECURITY ADVISORY COMMITTEES. </heading>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 70112 of title 46, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 70112">“SEC. § 70112. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Maritime Security Advisory Committee </heading>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">National Maritime Security Advisory Committee.—</heading>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There is established a National Maritime Security Advisory Committee (in this subsection referred to as the ‘Committee’).</content>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Function.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall advise the Secretary on matters relating to national maritime security, including on enhancing the sharing of information related to cybersecurity risks that may cause a transportation security incident, between relevant Federal agencies and—</chapeau>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">State, local, and tribal governments;</content>
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<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">relevant public safety and emergency response agencies;</content>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">relevant law enforcement and security organizations;</content>
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<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">maritime industry;</content>
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<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">port owners and operators; and</content>
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<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">“(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">terminal owners and operators.</content>
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</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Membership.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Committee shall consist of at least 8 members, but not more than 21 members, appointed by the Secretary in accordance with this subsection and section 15109 of this title.</content>
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<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Expertise.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each member of the Committee shall have particular expertise, knowledge, and experience in matters relating to the function of the Committee.</content>
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<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Representation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each of the following shall be represented by at least 1 member of the Committee:</chapeau>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Port authorities.</content>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Facilities owners and operators.</content>
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<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Terminal owners and operators.</content>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Vessel owners and operators.</content>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">“(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Maritime labor organizations.</content>
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<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">“(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The academic community.</content>
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<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vii">“(vii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">State and local governments.</content>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="viii">“(viii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The maritime industry.</content>
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<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Distribution.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Committee consists of at least 8 members who, together, satisfy the minimum representation requirements of subparagraph (C), the Secretary shall, based on the needs of the Coast Guard, determine the number of additional members of the Committee who represent each entity specified in that subparagraph. Neither this subparagraph nor any other provision of law shall be construed to require an equal distribution of members representing each entity specified in subparagraph (C).</content>
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</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administration.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of section 15109 of this title, the Committee shall be treated as a committee established under chapter 151 of such title.</content>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Area Maritime Security Advisory Committees.—</heading>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may—</chapeau>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">establish an Area Maritime Security Advisory Committee for any port area of the United States; and</content>
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<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">request such a committee to review the proposed Area Maritime Transportation Security Plan developed under section 70103(b) and make recommendations to the Secretary that the committee considers appropriate.</content>
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</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional functions and meetings.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A committee established under this subsection for an area—</chapeau>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may advise, consult with, report to, and make recommendations to the Secretary on matters relating to maritime security in that area;</content>
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<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may make available to the Congress recommendations that the committee makes to the Secretary; and</content>
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<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall meet at the call of—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Secretary, who shall call such a meeting at least once during each calendar year; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a majority of the committee.</content>
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</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Membership.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each committee established under this subsection shall consist of at least 7 members appointed by the Secretary, each of whom has at least 5 years practical experience in maritime security operations.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Terms.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term of each member of a committee established under this subsection shall be for a period of not more than 5 years, specified by the Secretary.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Notice.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Before appointing an individual to a position on a committee established under this subsection, the Secretary shall publish a notice in the Federal Register soliciting nominations for membership on the committee.</content>
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<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Background examinations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may require an individual to have passed an appropriate security background examination before appointment to a committee established under this subsection.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Representation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each committee established under this subsection shall be composed of individuals who represent the interests of the port industry, terminal operators, port labor organizations, and other users of the port areas.</content>
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</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Chairperson and vice chairperson.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each committee established under this subsection shall elect 1 of the committee’s members as the Chairperson and 1 of the committee’s members as the Vice Chairperson.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Vice chairperson acting as chairperson.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Vice Chairperson shall act as Chairperson in the absence or incapacity of the Chairperson, or in the event of a vacancy in the office of the Chairperson.</content>
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</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Observers.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall, and the head of any other interested Federal agency may, designate a representative to participate as an observer with a committee established under this subsection.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Role.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary’s designated representative to a committee established under this subsection shall act as the executive secretary of the committee and shall perform the duties set forth in section 10(c) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.).</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">“(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consideration of views.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall consider the information, advice, and recommendations of each committee established under this subsection in formulating policy regarding matters affecting maritime security.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">“(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Compensation and expenses.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A member of a committee established under this subsection, when attending meetings of the committee or when otherwise engaged in the business of the committee, is entitled to receive—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">compensation at a rate fixed by the Secretary, not exceeding the daily equivalent of the current rate of basic pay in effect for GS-15 of the General Schedule under section 5332 of title 5 including travel time; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">travel or transportation expenses under section 5703 of title 5.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Status.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A member of a committee established under this subsection shall not be considered to be an officer or employee of the United States for any purpose based on the receipt of any payment under this paragraph.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">“(7) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">FACA.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) does not apply to a committee established under this subsection.”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s602/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s70112">46 U.S.C. 70112 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Treatment of Existing Committee.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of law—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s602/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an advisory committee substantially similar to the National Maritime Security Advisory Committee established under section 70112(a) of title 46, United States Code, as amended by this section, and that was in force or in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this section, may remain in force or in effect for a period of 2 years from the date of enactment of this section, including that the charter, membership, and other aspects of the committee may remain in force or in effect; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s602/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">during the 2-year period referenced in paragraph (1)—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s602/b/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">requirements relating to the National Maritime Security Advisory Committee established under section 70112(a) of title 46, United States Code, as amended by this section, shall be treated as satisfied by the substantially similar advisory committee; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s602/b/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the enactment of this section, including the amendments made in this section, shall not be the basis—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s602/b/2/B/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to deem, find, or declare such committee, including the charter, membership, and other aspects thereof, void, not in force, or not in effect;</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s602/b/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to suspend the activities of such committee; or</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVI/s602/b/2/B/iii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to bar the members of such committee from meeting.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="VII">TITLE VII—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">FEDERAL MARITIME COMMISSION </heading>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s701" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="701">SEC. 701. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">SHORT TITLE. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">This title may be cited as the “<shortTitle style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Federal Maritime Commission Authorization Act of 2017</shortTitle>”.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s702" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="702">SEC. 702. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 308 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">$24,700,000 for each of fiscal years 2016 and 2017</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">$28,012,310 for fiscal year 2018 and $28,544,543 for fiscal year 2019</quotedText>”.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s703" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="703">SEC. 703. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REPORTING ON IMPACT OF ALLIANCES ON COMPETITION. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 306 of title 46, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s703/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (b)—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s703/1/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (4), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">; and</quotedText>” and inserting a semicolon;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s703/1/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (5), by striking the period at the end and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">; and</quotedText>”; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s703/1/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">“(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an analysis of the impacts on competition for the purchase of certain covered services by alliances of ocean common carriers acting pursuant to an agreement under this part between or among ocean common carriers, including a summary of actions, including corrective actions, taken by the Commission to promote such competition.”</content>
</paragraph></quotedContent>; and</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s703/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition of Certain Covered Services.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section, the term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">certain covered services</quotedText>’ has the meaning given the term in section 40102.”</content>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s704" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="704">SEC. 704. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">DEFINITION OF CERTAIN COVERED SERVICES. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 40102 of title 46, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s704/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by redesignating paragraphs (5) through (25) as paragraphs (6) through (26), respectively; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s704/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by inserting after paragraph (4), the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">“(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Certain covered services.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of sections 41105 and 41307, the term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">certain covered services</quotedText>’ means, with respect to a vessel—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the berthing or bunkering of the vessel;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the loading or unloading of cargo to or from the vessel to or from a point on a wharf or terminal;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the positioning, removal, or replacement of buoys related to the movement of the vessel; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">with respect to injunctive relief under section 41307, towing vessel services provided to such a vessel.”</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s705" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="705">SEC. 705. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REPORTS FILED WITH THE COMMISSION. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 40104(a) of title 46, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reports.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Federal Maritime Commission may require a common carrier or marine terminal operator, or an officer, receiver, trustee, lessee, agent, or employee of the common carrier or marine terminal operator to file with the Commission a periodical or special report, an account, record, rate, or charge, or a memorandum of facts and transactions related to the business of the common carrier or marine terminal operator, as applicable.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any report, account, record, rate, charge, or memorandum required to be filed under paragraph (1) shall—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be made under oath if the Commission requires; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be filed in the form and within the time prescribed by the Commission.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commission shall—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">limit the scope of any filing ordered under this section to fulfill the objective of the order; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provide a reasonable period of time for respondents to respond based upon their capabilities and the scope of the order.”</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s706" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="706">SEC. 706. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PUBLIC PARTICIPATION. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s706/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Notice of Filing.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 40304(a) of title 46, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Notice of Filing.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 7 days after the date an agreement is filed, the Federal Maritime Commission shall—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">transmit a notice of the filing to the Federal Register for publication; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">request interested persons to submit relevant information and documents.”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s706/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Request for Information and Documents.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 40304(d) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">part</quotedText>”.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s706/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s40304">46 U.S.C. 40304 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Saving Clause.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this section, or the amendments made by this section, may be construed—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s706/c/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to prevent the Federal Maritime Commission from requesting from a person, at any time, any additional information or documents the Commission considers necessary to carry out chapter 403 of title 46, United States Code;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s706/c/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to prescribe a specific deadline for the submission of relevant information and documents in response to a request under section 40304(a)(2) of title 46, United States Code; or</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s706/c/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to limit the authority of the Commission to request information under section 40304(d) of title 46, United States Code.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s707" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="707">SEC. 707. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">OCEAN TRANSPORTATION INTERMEDIARIES. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s707/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">License Requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 40901(a) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">advertise, hold oneself out, or</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">may not</quotedText>”.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s707/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Applicability.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 40901 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Applicability.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subsection (a) and section 40902 do not apply to a person that performs ocean transportation intermediary services on behalf of an ocean transportation intermediary for which it is a disclosed agent.”</content>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s707/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Financial Responsibility.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 40902(a) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">advertise, hold oneself out, or</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">may not</quotedText>”.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s708" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="708">SEC. 708. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">COMMON CARRIERS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s708/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 41104 of title 46, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s708/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">(a) In General.—</quotedText>” before “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">A common carrier</quotedText>”;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s708/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (a), as designated—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s708/a/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by amending paragraph (11) to read as follows:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="11">“(11) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">knowingly and willfully accept cargo from or transport cargo for the account of a non-vessel-operating common carrier that does not have a tariff as required by section 40501 of this title, or an ocean transportation intermediary that does not have a bond, insurance, or other surety as required by section 40902 of this title;”</content>
</paragraph></quotedContent>;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s708/a/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (12), by striking the period at the end and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">; or</quotedText>”; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s708/a/2/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="13">“(13) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">continue to participate simultaneously in a rate discussion agreement and an agreement to share vessels, in the same trade, if the interplay of the authorities exercised by the specified agreements is likely, by a reduction in competition, to produce an unreasonable reduction in transportation service or an unreasonable increase in transportation cost.”</content>
</paragraph></quotedContent>; and</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s708/a/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Rule of Construction.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of law, there is no private right of action to enforce the prohibition under subsection (a)(13).</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Agreement Violation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Participants in an agreement found by the Commission to violate subsection (a)(13) shall have 90 days from the date of such Commission finding to withdraw from the agreement as necessary to comply with that subsection.”</content>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s708/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s41104">46 U.S.C. 41104 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Application.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 41104(a)(13) of title 46, United States Code, as amended, shall apply to any agreement filed or with an effective date before, on, or after the date of enactment of this Act.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s709" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="709">SEC. 709. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">NEGOTIATIONS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s709/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Concerted Action.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 41105 of title 46, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s709/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by redesignating paragraphs (5) through (8) as paragraphs (7) through (10), respectively; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s709/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by inserting after paragraph (4) the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">“(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">negotiate with a tug or towing vessel service provider on any matter relating to rates or services provided within the United States by those tugs or towing vessels;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">“(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">with respect to a vessel operated by an ocean common carrier within the United States, negotiate for the purchase of certain covered services, unless the negotiations and any resulting agreements are not in violation of the antitrust laws and are consistent with the purposes of this part, except that this paragraph does not prohibit the setting and publishing of a joint through rate by a conference, joint venture, or association of ocean common carriers;”</content>
</paragraph></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s709/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authority.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Chapter 411 of title 46, United States Code, is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s709/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by inserting after section 41105 the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 41105A">“SEC. § 41105A. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s41105A">46 U.S.C. 41105A</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Authorit </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">“Nothing in section 41105, as amended by the Federal Maritime Commission Authorization Act of 2017, shall be construed to limit the authority of the Department of Justice regarding antitrust matters.”</content>
</section></quotedContent>; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s709/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s41101">46 U.S.C. 41101</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the analysis at the beginning of chapter 411, by inserting after the item relating to section 41105 the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“41105A.</designator><label> Authority.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s709/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exemption.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 40307(b)(1) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">tug operators,</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">motor carriers,</quotedText>”.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s710" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="710">SEC. 710. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">INJUNCTIVE RELIEF SOUGHT BY THE COMMISSION. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s710/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 41307(b) of title 46, United States Codeis amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s710/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (1) by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">or to substantially lessen competition in the purchasing of certain covered services</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">transportation cost</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s710/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Competition factors.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In making a determination under this subsection regarding whether an agreement is likely to substantially lessen competition in the purchasing of certain covered services, the Commission may consider any relevant competition factors in affected markets, including, without limitation, the competitive effect of agreements other than the agreement under review.”</content>
</paragraph></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s710/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s41307">46 U.S.C. 41307 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Application.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 41307(b) of title 46, United States Code, as amended, shall apply to any agreement filed or with an effective date before, on, or after the date of enactment of this Act.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s711" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="711">SEC. 711. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">DISCUSSIONS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s711/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 303 of title 46, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 303">“SEC. § 303. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Meeting </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Federal Maritime Commission shall be deemed to be an agency for purposes of section 552b of title 5.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Record.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commission, through its secretary, shall keep a record of its meetings and the votes taken on any action, order, contract, or financial transaction of the Commission.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Nonpublic Collaborative Discussions.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding section 552b of title 5, a majority of the Commissioners may hold a meeting that is not open to public observation to discuss official agency business if—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">no formal or informal vote or other official agency action is taken at the meeting;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">each individual present at the meeting is a Commissioner or an employee of the Commission;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">at least 1 Commissioner from each political party is present at the meeting, if applicable; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the General Counsel of the Commission is present at the meeting.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Disclosure of nonpublic collaborative discussions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided under paragraph (3), not later than 2 business days after the conclusion of a meeting under paragraph (1), the Commission shall make available to the public, in a place easily accessible to the public—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a list of the individuals present at the meeting; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a summary of the matters discussed at the meeting, except for any matters the Commission properly determines may be withheld from the public under section 552b(c) of title 5.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exception.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Commission properly determines matters may be withheld from the public under section 555b(c) of title 5, the Commission shall provide a summary with as much general information as possible on those matters withheld from the public.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Ongoing proceedings.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If a meeting under paragraph (1) directly relates to an ongoing proceeding before the Commission, the Commission shall make the disclosure under paragraph (2) on the date of the final Commission decision.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">“(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Preservation of open meetings requirements for agency action.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this subsection may be construed to limit the applicability of section 552b of title 5 with respect to a meeting of the Commissioners other than that described in this subsection.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">“(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Statutory construction.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this subsection may be construed—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to limit the applicability of section 552b of title 5 with respect to any information which is proposed to be withheld from the public under paragraph (2)(B) of this subsection; or</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to authorize the Commission to withhold from any individual any record that is accessible to that individual under section 552a of title 5.”</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s711/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s301">46 U.S.C. 301</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Table of Contents.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The analysis at the beginning of chapter 3 of title 46, United States Code,is amended by amending the item relating to section 303 to read as follows:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<toc style="-uslm-dtd:toc">
<referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-dtd:toc-entry"><designator>“303.</designator><label> Meetings.”</label></referenceItem>
</toc></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s712" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="712">SEC. 712. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s305">46 U.S.C. 305 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">TRANSPARENCY. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s712/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Beginning not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Federal Maritime Commission shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives biannual reports that describe the Commission’s progress toward addressing the issues raised in each unfinished regulatory proceeding, regardless of whether the proceeding is subject to a statutory or regulatory deadline.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s712/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Format of Reports.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each report under subsection (a) shall, among other things, clearly identify for each unfinished regulatory proceeding—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s712/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the popular title;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s712/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the current stage of the proceeding;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s712/b/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an abstract of the proceeding;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s712/b/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">what prompted the action in question;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s712/b/5" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any applicable statutory, regulatory, or judicial deadline;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s712/b/6" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the associated docket number;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s712/b/7" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the date the rulemaking was initiated;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s712/b/8" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a date for the next action; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s712/b/9" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="9">(9) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if a date for next action identified in the previous report is not met, the reason for the delay.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s713" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="713">SEC. 713. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">STUDY OF BANKRUPTCY PREPARATION AND RESPONSE. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s713/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Study.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a study that examines the immediate aftermath of a major ocean carrier bankruptcy and its impact through the supply chain. The study shall consider any financial mechanisms that could be used to mitigate the impact of any future bankruptcy events on the supply chain.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s713/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">No later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report containing the findings, conclusions, and recommendations, if any, from the study required under subsection (a).</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s714" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="714">SEC. 714. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s40102">46 U.S.C. 40102 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">AGREEMENTS UNAFFECTED. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this Act may be construed—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s714/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to limit or amend the definition of “agreement” in section 40102(1) of title 46, United States Code, with respect to the exclusion of maritime labor agreements; or</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVII/s714/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to apply to a maritime labor agreement (as defined in section 40102(15) of that title).</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="VIII">TITLE VIII—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">MISCELLANEOUS </heading>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s801" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="801">SEC. 801. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REPEAL OF OBSOLETE REPORTING REQUIREMENT. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subsection (h) of section 888 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 468) is repealed.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s802" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="802">SEC. 802. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CORRECTIONS TO PROVISIONS ENACTED BY COAST GUARD AUTHORIZATION ACTS. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 604(b) of the Howard Coble Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2014 (Public Law 113-281; 128 Stat. 3061) is amended by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">and fishery endorsement</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">endorsement</quotedText>”.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="803">SEC. 803. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s2101">14 U.S.C. 2101 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">OFFICER EVALUATION REPORT. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 3 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall reduce lieutenant junior grade evaluation reports to the same length as an ensign or place lieutenant junior grade evaluations on an annual schedule.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Surveys.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall conduct surveys of—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">outgoing promotion board members and assignment officers to determine, at a minimum—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/b/1/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">which sections of the officer evaluation report were most useful;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/b/1/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">which sections of the officer evaluation report were least useful;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/b/1/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">how to better reflect high performers; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/b/1/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any recommendations for improving the officer evaluation report; and</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">at least 10 percent of the officers from each grade of officers from O1 to O6 to determine how much time each member of the rating chain spends on that member’s portion of the officer evaluation report.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Revisions.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/c/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 4 years after the date of the completion of the surveys required by subsection (b), the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall revise the officer evaluation report, and provide corresponding directions, taking into account the requirements under paragraph (2).</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/c/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In revising the officer evaluation report under paragraph (1), the Commandant shall—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/c/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">consider the findings of the surveys under subsection (b);</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/c/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">improve administrative efficiency;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/c/2/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">reduce and streamline performance dimensions and narrative text;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/c/2/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">eliminate redundancy with the officer specialty management system and any other record information systems that are used during the officer assignment or promotion process;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/c/2/E" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provide for fairness and equity for Coast Guard officers with regard to promotion boards, selection panels, and the assignment process; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/c/2/F" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">ensure officer evaluation responsibilities can be accomplished within normal working hours—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/c/2/F/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to minimize any impact to officer duties; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/c/2/F/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to eliminate any need for an officer to take liberty or leave for administrative purposes.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/d/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 545 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on the findings of the surveys under subsection (b).</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s803/d/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Format.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The report under paragraph (1) shall be formatted by each rank, type of board, and position, as applicable.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s804" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="804">SEC. 804. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s1102">14 U.S.C. 1102 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 404 of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2010 (Public Law 111-281; 124 Stat. 2950)is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s804/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (a), in the text preceding paragraph (1), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">sections 3304, 5333, and 5753</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 3304</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s804/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking subsection (b), and redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (b).</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s805" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="805">SEC. 805. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">COAST GUARD ROTC PROGRAM. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on the costs and benefits of creating a Coast Guard Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Program based on the other Armed Forces programs.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s806" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="806">SEC. 806. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s522">14 U.S.C. 522 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CURRENCY DETECTION CANINE TEAM PROGRAM. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s806/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section:</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s806/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Canine currency detection team.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">canine currency detection team</quotedText>” means a canine and a canine handler that are trained to detect currency.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s806/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Secretary.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Secretary</quotedText>” means the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s806/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish a program to allow the use of canine currency detection teams for purposes of Coast Guard maritime law enforcement, including underway vessel boardings.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s806/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Operation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may cooperate with, or enter into an agreement with, the head of another Federal agency to meet the requirements under subsection (b).</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="807">SEC. 807. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s313">14 U.S.C. 313 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CENTER OF EXPERTISE FOR GREAT LAKES OIL SPILL SEARCH AND RESPONSE. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall establish a Center of Expertise for Great Lakes Oil Spill Preparedness and Response (referred to in this section as the “Center of Expertise”) in accordance with section 331 of title 14, United States Code, as amended by this Act.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Location.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Center of Expertise shall be located in close proximity to—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">critical crude oil transportation infrastructure on and connecting the Great Lakes, such as submerged pipelines and high-traffic navigation locks; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an institution of higher education with adequate aquatic research laboratory facilities and capabilities and expertise in Great Lakes aquatic ecology, environmental chemistry, fish and wildlife, and water resources.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Functions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Center of Expertise shall—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/c/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">monitor and assess, on an ongoing basis, the current state of knowledge regarding freshwater oil spill response technologies and the behavior and effects of oil spills in the Great Lakes;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/c/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">identify any significant gaps in Great Lakes oil spill research, including an assessment of major scientific or technological deficiencies in responses to past spills in the Great Lakes and other freshwater bodies, and seek to fill those gaps;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/c/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">conduct research, development, testing, and evaluation for freshwater oil spill response equipment, technologies, and techniques to mitigate and respond to oil spills in the Great Lakes;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/c/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">educate and train Federal, State, and local first responders located in Coast Guard Great Lakes District in—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/c/4/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the incident command system structure;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/c/4/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Great Lakes oil spill response techniques and strategies; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/c/4/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">public affairs; and</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/c/5" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">work with academic and private sector response training centers to develop and standardize maritime oil spill response training and techniques for use on the Great Lakes.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section, the term “<term style="-uslm-dtd:term">Great Lakes</term>” means—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/d/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Lake Ontario;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/d/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Lake Erie;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/d/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Lake Huron (including Lake St. Clair);</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/d/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Lake Michigan;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/d/5" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Lake Superior; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s807/d/6" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the connecting channels (including the following rivers and tributaries of such rivers: Saint Mary’s River, Saint Clair River, Detroit River, Niagara River, Illinois River, Chicago River, Fox River, Grand River, St. Joseph River, St. Louis River, Menominee River, Muskegon River, Kalamazoo River, and Saint Lawrence River to the Canadian border).</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s808" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="808">SEC. 808. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PUBLIC SAFETY ANSWERING POINTS AND MARITIME SEARCH AND RESCUE COORDINATION. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s808/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating acting through the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall review Coast Guard policies and procedures for public safety answering points and search-and-rescue coordination with State and local law enforcement entities in order to—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s808/1/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">further minimize the possibility of maritime 911 calls being improperly routed; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s808/1/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">assure the Coast Guard is able to effectively carry out the Coast Guard’s maritime search and rescue mission; and</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s808/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Commandant shall—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s808/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">formulate a national maritime public safety answering points policy; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s808/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">submit a report to the Congress on such assessment and policy, which shall include an update to the report submitted in accordance with section 233 of the Howard Coble Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2014.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s809" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="809">SEC. 809. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">SHIP SHOAL LIGHTHOUSE TRANSFER: REPEAL. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Effective January 1, 2021, section 27 of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 1991 (Public Law 102-241; 105 Stat. 2218) is repealed.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s810" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="810">SEC. 810. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">LAND EXCHANGE, AYAKULIK ISLAND, ALASKA. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s810/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Land Exchange; Ayakulik Island, Alaska.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the owner of Ayakulik Island, Alaska, offers to exchange the Island for the Tract—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s810/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">within 10 days after receiving such offer, the Secretary shall provide notice of the offer to the Commandant;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s810/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">within 90 days after receiving the notice under paragraph (1), the Commandant shall develop and transmit to the Secretary proposed operational restrictions on commercial activity conducted on the Tract, including the right of the Commandant to—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s810/a/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">order the immediate termination, for a period of up to 72 hours, of any activity occurring on or from the Tract that violates or threatens to violate one or more of such restrictions; or</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s810/a/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">commence a civil action for appropriate relief, including a permanent or temporary injunction enjoining the activity that violates or threatens to violate such restrictions;</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s810/a/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">within 90 days after receiving the proposed operational restrictions from the Commandant, the Secretary shall transmit such restrictions to the owner of Ayakulik Island; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s810/a/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">within 30 days after transmitting the proposed operational restrictions to the owner of Ayakulik Island, and if the owner agrees to such restrictions, the Secretary shall convey all right, title, and interest of the United States in and to the Tract to the owner, subject to an easement granted to the Commandant to enforce such restrictions, in exchange for all right, title, and interest of such owner in and to Ayakulik Island.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s810/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Boundary Revisions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may make technical and conforming revisions to the boundaries of the Tract before the date of the exchange.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s810/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Public Land Order.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Effective on the date of an exchange under subsection (a), Public Land Order 5550 shall have no force or effect with respect to submerged lands that are part of the Tract.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s810/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Failure to Timely Respond to Notice.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Commandant does not transmit proposed operational restrictions to the Secretary in accordance within subsection (a)(2), the Secretary shall convey all right, title, and interest of the United States in and to the Tract to the owner of Ayakulik Island in exchange for all right, title, and interest of such owner in and to Ayakulik Island.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s810/e" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">CERCLA Not Affected.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">This section and an exchange under this section shall not be construed to limit the application of or otherwise affect section 120(h) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9620(h)).</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s810/f" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section:</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s810/f/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Commandant.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Commandant</quotedText>” means the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, acting through the Commandant of the Coast Guard.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s810/f/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Secretary.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Secretary</quotedText>” means the Secretary of the Interior.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s810/f/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Tract.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Tract</quotedText>” means the land (including submerged land) depicted as “PROPOSED PROPERTY EXCHANGE AREA” on the survey titled “PROPOSED PROPERTY EXCHANGE PARCEL” and dated 3/22/17.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s811" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="811">SEC. 811. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">USE OF TRACT 43. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 524(e)(2) of the Pribilof Island Transition Completion Act of 2016 (Public Law 114-120), as amended by section 3533 of the Pribilof Island Transition Completion Amendments Act of 2016 (subtitle B of title XXXV of Public Law 114-328), is amended by—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s811/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">each month</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">each April and October</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s811/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">previous month</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">previous six months</quotedText>”.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="812">SEC. 812. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">COAST GUARD MARITIME DOMAIN AWARENESS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall seek to enter into an arrangement with the National Academy of Sciences not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act under which the Academy shall prepare an assessment of available unmanned, autonomous, or remotely controlled maritime domain awareness technologies for use by the Coast Guard.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Assessment.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The assessment shall—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">describe the potential limitations of current and emerging unmanned technologies used in the maritime domain for—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/1/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">ocean observation;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/1/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">vessel monitoring and identification;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/1/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">weather observation;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/1/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to the extent practicable for consideration by the Academy, intelligence gathering, surveillance, and reconnaissance; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/1/E" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">communications;</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">examine how technologies described in paragraph (1) can help prioritize Federal investment by examining;</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">affordability, including acquisition, operations, and maintenance;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">reliability;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/2/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">versatility;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/2/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">efficiency; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/2/E" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">estimated service life and persistence of effort; and</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">analyze whether the use of new and emerging maritime domain awareness technologies can be used to—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/3/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">carry out Coast Guard missions at lower costs;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/3/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">expand the scope and range of Coast Guard maritime domain awareness;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/3/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">allow the Coast Guard to more efficiently and effectively allocate Coast Guard vessels, aircraft, and personnel; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/b/3/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">identify adjustments that would be necessary in Coast Guard policies, procedures, and protocols to incorporate unmanned technologies to enhance efficiency.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report to Congress.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 1 year after entering into an arrangement with the Secretary under subsection (a), the National Academy of Sciences shall submit the assessment prepared under this section to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure and Homeland Security of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s812/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Use of Information.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In formulating costs pursuant to subsection (b), the National Academy of Sciences may utilize information from other Coast Guard reports, assessments, or analyses regarding existing Coast Guard manpower requirements or other reports, assessments, or analyses for the acquisition of unmanned, autonomous, or remotely controlled technologies by the Federal Government.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s813" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="813">SEC. 813. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">MONITORING. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s813/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall conduct a 1-year pilot program to determine the impact of persistent use of different types of surveillance systems on illegal maritime activities, including illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, in the Western Pacific region.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s813/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The pilot program shall—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s813/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">consider the use of light aircraft-based detection systems that can identify potential illegal activity from high altitudes and produce enforcement-quality evidence at low altitudes; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s813/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">be directed at detecting and deterring illegal maritime activities, including illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, and enhancing maritime domain awareness.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s814" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="814">SEC. 814. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REIMBURSEMENTS FOR NON-FEDERAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS OF CERTAIN AIDS TO NAVIGATION. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s814/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to the availability of amounts specifically provided in advance in subsequent appropriations Acts and in accordance with this section, the Commandant of the Coast Guard may reimburse a non-Federal entity for costs incurred by the entity for a covered project.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s814/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conditions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commandant may not provide reimbursement under subsection (a) with respect to a covered project unless—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s814/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the need for the project is a result of the completion of construction with respect to a federally authorized navigation channel;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s814/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Commandant determines, through an appropriate navigation safety analysis, that the project is necessary to ensure safe marine transportation;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s814/b/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Commandant approves the design of the project to ensure that it meets all applicable Coast Guard aids-to-navigation standards and requirements;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s814/b/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the non-Federal entity agrees to transfer the project upon completion to the Coast Guard for operation and maintenance by the Coast Guard as a Federal aid to navigation;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s814/b/5" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the non-Federal entity carries out the project in accordance with the same laws and regulations that would apply to the Coast Guard if the Coast Guard carried out the project, including obtaining all permits required for the project under Federal and State law; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s814/b/6" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Commandant determines that the project satisfies such additional requirements as may be established by the Commandant.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s814/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitations.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Reimbursements under subsection (a) may not exceed the following:</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s814/c/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For a single covered project, $5,000,000.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s814/c/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For all covered projects in a single fiscal year, $5,000,000.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s814/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Expiration.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The authority granted under this section shall expire on the date that is 4 years after the date of enactment of this section.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s814/e" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Covered Project Defined.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section, the term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">covered project</quotedText>” means a project carried out—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s814/e/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by a non-Federal entity to construct and establish an aid to navigation that facilitates safe and efficient marine transportation on a Federal navigation project authorized by title I of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (Public Law 110-114); and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s814/e/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in an area that was affected by Hurricane Harvey.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s815" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="815">SEC. 815. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s946">14 U.S.C. 946 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">TOWING SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FEES. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s815/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Review.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commandant of the Coast Guard shall—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s815/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">review and compare the costs to the Government of—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s815/a/1/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">towing vessel inspections performed by the Coast Guard; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s815/a/1/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">such inspections performed by a third party; and</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s815/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">based on such review and comparison, determine whether the costs to the Government of such inspections performed by a third party are different than the costs to the Government of such inspections performed by the Coast Guard.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s815/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Revision of Fees.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Commandant determines under subsection (a) that the costs to the Government of such inspections performed by a third party are different than the costs to the Government of such inspections performed by the Coast Guard, then the Commandant shall revise the fee assessed by the Coast Guard for such inspections as necessary to conform to the requirements under section 9701 of title 31, United States Code, that such fee be based on the cost to the Government of such inspections and accurately reflect such costs.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s816" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="816">SEC. 816. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">OIL SPILL DISBURSEMENTS AUDITING AND REPORT. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 1012 of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (33 U.S.C. 2712) is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s816/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by repealing subsection (g);</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s816/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (l)(1), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Within one year after the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2010, and annually thereafter,</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Each year, on the date on which the President submits to Congress a budget under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code,</quotedText>”; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s816/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by amending subsection (l)(2) to read as follows:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Contents.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The report shall include—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">a list of each incident that—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">occurred in the preceding fiscal year; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">resulted in disbursements from the Fund, for removal costs and damages, totaling $500,000 or more;</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">a list of each incident that—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">occurred in the fiscal year preceding the preceding fiscal year; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">resulted in disbursements from the Fund, for removal costs and damages, totaling $500,000 or more; and</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an accounting of any amounts reimbursed to the Fund in the preceding fiscal year that were recovered from a responsible party for an incident that resulted in disbursements from the Fund, for removal costs and damages, totaling $500,000 or more.”</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="817">SEC. 817. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">FLEET REQUIREMENTS ASSESSMENT AND STRATEGY. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, in consultation with interested Federal and non-Federal stakeholders, shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report including—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an assessment of Coast Guard at-sea operational fleet requirements to support its statutory missions established in the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 101 et seq.); and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a strategic plan for meeting the requirements identified under paragraph (1).</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Contents.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The report under subsection (a) shall include—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">an assessment of—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/b/1/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the extent to which the Coast Guard at-sea operational fleet requirements referred to in subsection (a)(1) are currently being met;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/b/1/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Coast Guard’s current fleet, its operational lifespan, and how the anticipated changes in the age and distribution of vessels in the fleet will impact the ability to meet at-sea operational requirements;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/b/1/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">fleet operations and recommended improvements to minimize costs and extend operational vessel life spans; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/b/1/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number of Fast Response Cutters, Offshore Patrol Cutters, and National Security Cutters needed to meet at-sea operational requirements as compared to planned acquisitions under the current programs of record;</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">an analysis of—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/b/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">how the Coast Guard at-sea operational fleet requirements are currently met, including the use of the Coast Guard’s current cutter fleet, agreements with partners, chartered vessels, and unmanned vehicle technology; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/b/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">whether existing and planned cutter programs of record (including the Fast Response Cutter, Offshore Patrol Cutter, and National Security Cutter) will enable the Coast Guard to meet at-sea operational requirements; and</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/b/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/b/3/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">planned manned and unmanned vessel acquisition; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/b/3/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">how such acquisitions will change the extent to which the Coast Guard at-sea operational requirements are met.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consultation and Transparency.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/c/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consultation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In consulting with the Federal and non-Federal stakeholders under subsection (a), the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/c/1/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">provide the stakeholders with opportunities for input—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/c/1/A/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">prior to initially drafting the report, including the assessment and strategic plan; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/c/1/A/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not later than 3 months prior to finalizing the report, including the assessment and strategic plan, for submission; and</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/c/1/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">document the input and its disposition in the report.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/c/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Transparency.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">All input provided under paragraph (1) shall be made available to the public.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s817/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Ensuring Maritime Coverage.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In order to meet Coast Guard mission requirements for search and rescue, ports, waterways, and coastal security, and maritime environmental response during recapitalization of Coast Guard vessels, the Coast Guard shall ensure continuity of the coverage, to the maximum extent practicable, in the locations that may lose assets.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s818" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="818">SEC. 818. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s1133">14 U.S.C. 1133 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">NATIONAL SECURITY CUTTER. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s818/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Standard Method for Tracking.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Commandant of the Coast Guard may not certify an eighth National Security Cutter as Ready for Operations before the date on which the Commandant provides to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s818/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a notification of a new standard method for tracking operational employment of Coast Guard major cutters that does not include time during which such a cutter is away from its homeport for maintenance or repair; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s818/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">a report analyzing cost and performance for different approaches to achieving varied levels of operational employment using the standard method required by paragraph (1) that, at a minimum—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s818/a/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">compares over a 30-year period the average annualized baseline cost and performances for a certified National Security Cutter that operated for 185 days away from homeport or an equivalent alternative measure of operational tempo—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s818/a/2/A/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">against the cost of a 15 percent increase in days away from homeport or an equivalent alternative measure of operational tempo for a National Security Cutter; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s818/a/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">against the cost of the acquisition and operation of an additional National Security Cutter; and</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s818/a/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">examines the optimal level of operational employment of National Security Cutters to balance National Security Cutter cost and mission performance.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s818/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conforming Amendments.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s818/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s573">14 U.S.C. 573 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 221(b) of the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2012 (126 Stat. 1560) is repealed.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s818/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t14/s504">14 U.S.C. 504 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 204(c)(1) of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2016 (130 Stat. 35) is repealed.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s819" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="819">SEC. 819. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">ACQUISITION PLAN FOR INLAND WATERWAY AND RIVER TENDERS AND BAY-CLASS ICEBREAKERS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s819/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Acquisition Plan.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 270 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a plan to replace or extend the life of the Coast Guard fleet of inland waterway and river tenders, and the Bay-class icebreakers.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s819/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Contents.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The plan under subsection (a) shall include—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s819/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an analysis of the work required to extend the life of vessels described in subsection (a);</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s819/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">recommendations for which, if any, such vessels it is cost effective to undertake a ship-life extension or enhanced maintenance program;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s819/b/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an analysis of the aids to navigation program to determine if advances in navigation technology may reduce the needs for physical aids to navigation;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s819/b/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">recommendations for changes to physical aids to navigation and the distribution of such aids that reduce the need for the acquisition of vessels to replace the vessels described in subsection (a);</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s819/b/5" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a schedule for the acquisition of vessels to replace the vessels described in subsection (a), including the date on which the first vessel will be delivered;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s819/b/6" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the date such acquisition will be complete;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s819/b/7" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the order and location of replacement vessels;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s819/b/8" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">(8) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an estimate of the cost per vessel and of the total cost of the acquisition program of record; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s819/b/9" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="9">(9) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an analysis of whether existing vessels can be used.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s820" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="820">SEC. 820. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">GREAT LAKES ICEBREAKER ACQUISITION. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s820/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Icebreaking on the Great Lakes.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For fiscal year 2019, the Commandant of the Coast Guard may use funds made available pursuant to section 4902 of title 14, United States Code, as amended by this Act, for the construction of an icebreaker that is at least as capable as the Coast Guard Cutter <i style="-uslm-dtd:italic">Mackinaw</i> to enhance icebreaking capacity on the Great Lakes.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s820/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Acquisition Plan.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 45 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commandant shall submit a plan to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives for acquiring an icebreaker described in subsections (a) and (b). Such plan shall include—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s820/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the details and schedule of the acquisition activities to be completed; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s820/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of how the funding for Coast Guard acquisition, construction, and improvements that was appropriated under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2017 (Public Law 115-31) and the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018 (Public Law 115–141) will be allocated to support the acquisition activities referred to in paragraph (1).</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection><editorialNote style="-uslm-dtd:legis-comment"><b>[</b>Section 821 was repealed by section 8111(c)(4) of Public Law 116–283.<b>]</b> </editorialNote>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="822">SEC. 822. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">STRATEGIC ASSETS IN THE ARCTIC. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition of Arctic.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section, the term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Arctic</quotedText>” has the meaning given the term in section 112 of the Arctic Research and Policy Act of 1984 (15 U.S.C. 4111).</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Sense of Congress.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">It is the sense of Congress that—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Arctic continues to grow in significance to both the national security interests and the economic prosperity of the United States; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Coast Guard must ensure it is positioned to respond to any accident, incident, or threat with appropriate assets.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commandant of the Coast Guard, in consultation with the Secretary of Defense and taking into consideration the Department of Defense 2016 Arctic Strategy, shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on the progress toward implementing the strategic objectives described in the United States Coast Guard Arctic Strategy dated May 2013.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Contents.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The report under subsection (c) shall include—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/d/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the Coast Guard’s progress toward each strategic objective identified in the United States Coast Guard Arctic Strategy dated May 2013;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/d/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">an assessment of the assets and infrastructure necessary to meet the strategic objectives identified in the United States Coast Guard Arctic Strategy dated May 2013 based on factors such as—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/d/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">response time;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/d/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">coverage area;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/d/2/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">endurance on scene;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/d/2/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">presence; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/d/2/E" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">deterrence;</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/d/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an analysis of the sufficiency of the distribution of National Security Cutters, Offshore Patrol Cutters, and Fast Response Cutters both stationed in various Alaskan ports and in other locations to meet the strategic objectives identified in the United States Coast Guard Arctic Strategy, dated May 2013;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/d/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">plans to provide communications throughout the entire Coastal Western Alaska Captain of the Port zone to improve waterway safety and mitigate close calls, collisions, and other dangerous interactions between the shipping industry and subsistence hunters;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/d/5" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">plans to prevent marine casualties, when possible, by ensuring vessels avoid environmentally sensitive areas and permanent security zones;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/d/6" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">an explanation of—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/d/6/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">whether it is feasible to establish a vessel traffic service, using existing resources or otherwise; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/d/6/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">whether an Arctic Response Center of Expertise is necessary to address the gaps in experience, skills, equipment, resources, training, and doctrine to prepare, respond to, and recover spilled oil in the Arctic; and</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s822/d/7" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an assessment of whether sufficient agreements are in place to ensure the Coast Guard is receiving the information it needs to carry out its responsibilities.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="823">SEC. 823. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1321">33 U.S.C. 1321 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">ARCTIC PLANNING CRITERIA. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Alternative Planning Criteria.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (33 U.S.C. 2701 et seq.), the Commandant of the Coast Guard may approve a vessel response plan under section 311 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1321) for a vessel operating in any area covered by the Captain of the Port Zone (as established by the Commandant) that includes the Arctic, if the Commandant verifies that—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/a/1/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">equipment required to be available for response under the plan has been tested and proven capable of operating in the environmental conditions expected in the area in which it is intended to be operated; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/a/1/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the operators of such equipment have conducted training on the equipment within the area covered by such Captain of the Port Zone.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Post-approval requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In approving a vessel response plan under paragraph (1), the Commandant shall—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/a/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">require that the oil spill removal organization identified in the vessel response plan conduct regular exercises and drills using the response resources identified in the plan in the area covered by the Captain of the Port Zone that includes the Arctic; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/a/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">allow such oil spill removal organization to take credit for a response to an actual spill or release in the area covered by such Captain of the Port Zone, instead of conducting an exercise or drill required under subparagraph (A), if the oil spill removal organization—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/a/2/B/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">documents which exercise or drill requirements were met during the response; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/a/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">submits a request for credit to, and receives approval from, the Commandant.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on the oil spill prevention and response capabilities for the area covered by the Captain of the Port Zone (as established by the Commandant) that includes the Arctic.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Contents.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The report submitted under paragraph (1) shall include the following:</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/b/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A description of equipment and assets available for response under the vessel response plans approved for vessels operating in the area covered by the Captain of the Port Zone, including details on any providers of such equipment and assets.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/b/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A description of the location of such equipment and assets, including an estimate of the time to deploy the equipment and assets.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/b/2/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A determination of how effectively such equipment and assets are distributed throughout the area covered by the Captain of the Port Zone.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/b/2/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A statement regarding whether the ability to maintain and deploy such equipment and assets is taken into account when measuring the equipment and assets available throughout the area covered by the Captain of the Port Zone.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/b/2/E" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A validation of the port assessment visit process and response resource inventory for response under the vessel response plans approved for vessels operating in the area covered by the Captain of the Port Zone.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/b/2/F" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A determination of the compliance rate with Federal vessel response plan regulations in the area covered by the Captain of the Port Zone during the previous 3 years.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/b/2/G" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A description of the resources needed throughout the area covered by the Captain of the Port Zone to conduct port assessments, exercises, response plan reviews, and spill responses.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s823/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition of Arctic.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section, the term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Arctic</quotedText>” has the meaning given the term under section 112 of the Arctic Research and Policy Act of 1984 (15 U.S.C. 4111).</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="824">SEC. 824. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">VESSEL RESPONSE PLAN AUDIT. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall complete and submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a comprehensive review of the processes and resources used by the Coast Guard to implement vessel response plan requirements under section 311 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1321).</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Required Elements of Review.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The review required under subsection (a) shall, at a minimum, include—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">a study, or an audit if appropriate, of the processes the Coast Guard uses—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/1/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to approve the vessel response plans referred to in subsection (a);</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/1/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to approve alternate planning criteria used in lieu of National Planning Criteria in approving such plans;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/1/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to verify compliance with such plans; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/1/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to act in the event of a failure to comply with the requirements of such plans;</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">an examination of all Federal and State agency resources used by the Coast Guard in carrying out the processes identified under paragraph (1), including—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the current staffing model and organization;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">data, software, simulators, systems, or other technology, including those pertaining to weather, oil spill trajectory modeling, and risk management;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/2/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the total amount of time per fiscal year expended by Coast Guard personnel to approve and verify compliance with vessel response plans; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/2/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the average amount of time expended by the Coast Guard for approval of, and verification of compliance with, a single vessel response plan;</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">an analysis of how, including by what means or methods, the processes identified under paragraph (1)—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/3/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">ensure compliance with applicable law;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/3/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">are implemented by the Coast Guard, including at the district and sector levels;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/3/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">are informed by public comment and engagement with States, Indian Tribes, and other regional stakeholders;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/3/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">ensure availability and adequate operational capability and capacity of required assets and equipment, including in cases in which contractual obligations may limit the availability of such assets and equipment for response;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/3/E" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">provide for adequate asset and equipment mobilization time requirements, particularly with respect to—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/3/E/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">calculation and establishment of such requirements;</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/3/E/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">verifying compliance with such requirements; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/3/E/iii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">factoring in weather, including specific regional adverse weather as defined in section 155.1020 of title 33, Code of Federal Regulations, in calculating, establishing, and verifying compliance with such requirements;</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/3/F" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">ensure response plan updates and vessel compliance when changes occur in response planning criteria, asset and equipment mobilization times, or regional response needs, such as trends in transportation of high gravity oils or changes in vessel traffic volume; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/3/G" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">enable effective action by the Coast Guard in the event of a failure to comply with response plan requirements;</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a determination regarding whether asset and equipment mobilization time requirements under approved vessel response plans can be met by the vessels to which they apply; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s824/b/5" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">recommendations for improving the processes identified under paragraph (1), including recommendations regarding the sufficiency of Coast Guard resources dedicated to those processes.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s825" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="825">SEC. 825. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">WATERS DEEMED NOT NAVIGABLE WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES FOR CERTAIN PURPOSES. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of the application of subtitle II of title 46, United States Code, to the Volunteer (Hull Number CCA4108), the Illinois and Michigan Canal is deemed to not be navigable waters of the United States.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s826" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="826">SEC. 826. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s12114">46 U.S.C. 12114 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">DOCUMENTATION OF RECREATIONAL VESSELS. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Coast Guard personnel performing nonrecreational vessel documentation functions under subchapter II of chapter 121 of title 46, United States Code, may perform recreational vessel documentation under section 12114 of such title in any fiscal year in which—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s826/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">funds available for Coast Guard operating expenses may not be used for expenses incurred for recreational vessel documentation;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s826/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">fees collected from owners of yachts and credited to such use are insufficient to pay expenses of recreational vessel documentation; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s826/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">there is a backlog of applications for recreational vessel documentation.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s827" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="827">SEC. 827. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s4302">46 U.S.C. 4302 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS; EXEMPTION FROM THROWABLE PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES REQUIREMENT. </heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than one year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s827/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">prescribe regulations in part 160 of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, that treat a marine throw bag, as that term is commonly used in the commercial whitewater rafting industry, as a type of lifesaving equipment; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s827/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">revise section 175.17 of title 33, Code of Federal Regulations, to exempt rafts that are 16 feet or more overall in length from the requirement to carry an additional throwable personal flotation device when such a marine throw bag is onboard and accessible.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s828" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="828">SEC. 828. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s4302">46 U.S.C. 4302 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">VISUAL DISTRESS SIGNALS AND ALTERNATIVE USE. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s828/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall develop a performance standard for the alternative use and possession of visual distress alerting and locating signals as mandated by carriage requirements for recreational boats in subpart C of part 175 of title 33, Code of Federal Regulations.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s828/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Regulations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 180 days after the performance standard for alternative use and possession of visual distress alerting and locating signals is finalized, the Secretary shall revise part 175 of title 33, Code of Federal Regulations, to allow for carriage of such alternative signal devices.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s829" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="829">SEC. 829. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s7302">46 U.S.C. 7302</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">RADAR REFRESHER TRAINING. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall prescribe a final rule eliminating the requirement that a mariner actively using the mariner’s credential complete an approved refresher or recertification course to maintain a radar observer endorsement. This rulemaking shall be exempt from chapters 5 and 6 of title 5, United States Code, and Executive Orders 12866 and 13563.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="830">SEC. 830. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t46/s4502">46 U.S.C. 4502 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">COMMERCIAL FISHING VESSEL SAFETY NATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS PLAN. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirement for Plan.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall develop and submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a national communications plan for the purposes of—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">disseminating information to the commercial fishing vessel industry;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">conducting outreach with the commercial fishing vessel industry;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/a/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">facilitating interaction with the commercial fishing vessel industry; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/a/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">releasing information collected under section 15102 of title 46, United States Code, as added by this Act, to the commercial fishing vessel industry.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Content.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The plan required by subsection (a), and each annual update, shall—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">identify staff, resources, and systems available to the Secretary to ensure the widest dissemination of information to the commercial fishing vessel industry;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">include a means to document all communication and outreach conducted with the commercial fishing vessel industry; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/b/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">include a mechanism to measure effectiveness of such plan.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Implementation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than one year after submission of the initial plan, the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall implement the plan and shall at a minimum—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/c/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">leverage Coast Guard staff, resources, and systems available;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/c/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">monitor implementation nationwide to ensure adherence to plan contents;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/c/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">allow each Captain of the Port to adopt the most effective strategy and means to communicate with commercial fishing vessel industry in that Captain of the Port Zone;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/c/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">document communication and outreach; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/c/5" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">solicit feedback from the commercial fishing vessel industry.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report and Updates.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/d/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on the effectiveness of the plan to date and any updates to ensure maximum impact of the plan one year after the date of enactment of this Act, and every 4 years thereafter; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s830/d/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">include in such report input from individual Captains of the Port and any feedback received from the commercial fishing vessel industry.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s831" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="831">SEC. 831. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">ATLANTIC COAST PORT ACCESS ROUTE STUDY RECOMMENDATIONS. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of the Act, the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall notify the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate of action taken to carry out the recommendations contained in the final report issued by the Atlantic Coast Port Access Route Study (ACPARS) workgroup for which notice of availability was published March 14, 2016 (81 Fed. Reg. 13307).</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s832" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="832">SEC. 832. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">DRAWBRIDGES. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 5 of the Act entitled “An Act making appropriations for the construction, repair, and preservation of certain public works on rivers and harbors, and for other purposes”, approved August 18, 1894 (33 U.S.C. 499), is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">“(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Temporary Changes to Drawbridge Operating Schedules.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding section 553 of title 5, United States Code, whenever a temporary change to the operating schedule of a drawbridge, lasting 180 days or less—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">is approved—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">issue a deviation approval letter to the bridge owner; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">announce the temporary change in—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Local Notice to Mariners;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a broadcast notice to mariners and through radio stations; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">such other local media as the Secretary considers appropriate; and</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the bridge owner, except a railroad bridge owner, shall notify—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the public by publishing notice of the temporary change in a newspaper of general circulation published in the place where the bridge is located;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the department, agency, or office of transportation with jurisdiction over the roadway that abuts the approaches to the bridge; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the law enforcement organization with jurisdiction over the roadway that abuts the approaches to the bridge; or</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">is denied, the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not later than 10 days after the date of receipt of the request, provide the bridge owner in writing the reasons for the denial, including any supporting data and evidence used to make the determination; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provide the bridge owner a reasonable opportunity to address each reason for the denial and resubmit the request.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">“(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Drawbridge Movements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall require a drawbridge operator to record each movement of the drawbridge in a logbook;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may inspect the logbook to ensure drawbridge movement is in accordance with the posted operating schedule;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall review whether deviations from the posted operating schedule are impairing vehicular and pedestrian traffic; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may determine if the operating schedule should be adjusted for efficiency of maritime or vehicular and pedestrian traffic.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">“(f) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirements.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Logbooks.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">An operator of a drawbridge built across a navigable river or other water of the United States—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">that opens the draw of such bridge for the passage of a vessel, shall record in a logbook—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the bridge identification and date of each opening;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the bridge tender or operator for each opening;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">each time it is opened for navigation;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">each time it is closed for navigation;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">“(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the number and direction of vessels passing through during each opening;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">“(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the types of vessels passing through during each opening;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vii">“(vii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an estimated or known size (height, length, and beam) of the largest vessel passing through during each opening;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="viii">“(viii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for each vessel, the vessel name and registration number if easily observable; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ix">“(ix) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">all maintenance openings, malfunctions, or other comments; and</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">that remains open to navigation but closes to allow for trains to cross, shall record in a logbook—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the bridge identification and date of each opening and closing;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the bridge tender or operator;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">each time it is opened to navigation;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">each time it is closed to navigation; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">“(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">all maintenance openings, closings, malfunctions, or other comments.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Maintenance of logbooks.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A drawbridge operator shall maintain logbooks required under paragraph (1) for not less than 5 years.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Submission of logbooks.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">At the request of the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, a drawbridge operator shall submit to the Secretary the logbook required under paragraph (1) as the Secretary considers necessary to carry out this section.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exemption.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The requirements under paragraph (1) shall be exempt from sections 3501 to 3521 of title 44, United States Code.”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s833" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="833">SEC. 833. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">WAIVER. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 8902 of title 46, United States Code, shall not apply to the chain ferry DIANE (United States official number CG002692) when such vessel is operating on the Kalamazoo River in Saugatuck, Michigan.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s834" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="834">SEC. 834. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">FIRE-RETARDANT MATERIALS. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 3503 of title 46, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="§ 3503">“SEC. § 3503. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header"> Fire-retardant material </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a)</num><paragraph class="inline" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A passenger vessel of the United States having berth or stateroom accommodations for at least 50 passengers shall be granted a certificate of inspection only if—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the vessel is constructed of fire-retardant materials; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the vessel—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is operating engines, boilers, main electrical distribution panels, fuel tanks, oil tanks, and generators that meet current Coast Guard regulations; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is operating boilers and main electrical generators that are contained within noncombustible enclosures equipped with fire suppression systems.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph></paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Before December 1, 2028, this subsection does not apply to any vessel in operation before January 1, 1968, and operating only within the Boundary Line.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b)</num><paragraph class="inline" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The owner or managing operator of an exempted vessel described in subsection (a)(2) shall—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">notify in writing prospective passengers, prior to purchase, and each crew member that the vessel does not comply with applicable fire safety standards due primarily to the wooden construction of passenger berthing areas;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">display in clearly legible font prominently throughout the vessel, including in each state room the following: ‘THIS VESSEL FAILS TO COMPLY WITH SAFETY RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE U.S. COAST GUARD.’;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">acquire prior to the vessel entering service, and maintain, liability insurance in an amount to be prescribed by the Federal Maritime Commission;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">make annual structural alteration to not less than 10 percent of the areas of the vessel that are not constructed of fire retardant materials;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">prioritize alterations in galleys, engineering areas of the vessel, including all spaces and compartments containing, or adjacent to spaces and compartments containing, engines, boilers, main electrical distribution panels, fuel tanks, oil tanks, and generators;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">“(F) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">ensure, to the satisfaction of the Secretary, that the combustible fire-load has been reduced pursuant to subparagraph (D) during each annual inspection for certification;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">“(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">ensure the vessel has multiple forms of egress off the vessel’s bow and stern;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">“(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provide advance notice to the Coast Guard regarding the structural alterations made pursuant to subparagraph (D) and comply with any noncombustible material requirements prescribed by the Coast Guard;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">annually notify all ports of call and State emergency management offices of jurisdiction that the vessel does not comply with the requirement under subsection (a)(1);</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="J">“(J) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">provide crewmembers manning such vessel shipboard training that—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is specialized for exempted vessels;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">exceeds requirements related to standards for firefighting training under chapter I of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, as in effect on October 1, 2017; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is approved by the Coast Guard; and</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="K">“(K) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to the extent practicable, take all steps to retain previously trained crew knowledgeable of such vessel or to hire crew trained in operations aboard exempted vessels.</content>
</subparagraph></paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The owner or managing operator of an exempted vessel described in subsection (a)(2) may not disclaim liability to a passenger or crew member of such vessel for death, injury, or any other loss caused by fire due to the negligence of the owner or managing operator.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">conduct an annual audit and inspection of each exempted vessel described in subsection (a)(2);</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in implementing subparagraph (b)(1)(F), consider, to the extent practicable, the goal of preservation of the historic integrity of such vessel in areas carrying or accessible to passengers or generally visible to the public; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">prescribe regulations to carry out this section, including to prescribe the manner in which prospective passengers are to be notified under paragraph (1)(A).</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The penalties provided in section 3504(c) of this title shall apply to a violation of this subsection.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In addition to otherwise applicable penalties, the Secretary may immediately withdraw a certificate of inspection for an exempted vessel described in subsection (a)(2) that does not comply with any requirement under subsection (b).”</content>
</subsection>
</section></quotedContent>.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s835" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="835">SEC. 835. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">VESSEL WAIVER. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s835/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Upon the date of enactment of this Act and notwithstanding sections 12112(a)(2)(A) and 12113(a)(2) of title 46, United States Code, the Secretary shall issue a certificate of documentation with coastwise and fishery endorsements to the certificated vessel.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s835/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Replacement Vessel.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The certificated vessel shall qualify as a replacement vessel for the vessel “AMERICA NO.1” (United States official number 610654) and not be precluded from operating as an Amendment 80 replacement vessel under the provisions of part 679 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s835/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Coast Guard Review and Determination.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s835/c/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Review.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall conduct a review of the use of certain foreign fabricated steel components in the hull or superstructure of the certificated vessel.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s835/c/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Determination.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Based on the review conducted under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall determine whether the shipyard that constructed the certificated vessel or the purchaser of the certificated vessel knew before such components were procured or installed that the use of such components would violate requirements under sections 12112(a)(2)(A) and 12113(a)(2) of title 46, United States Code.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s835/c/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Revocation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Secretary determines under paragraph (2) that the shipyard that constructed the certificated vessel or the purchaser of the certificated vessel knew before such components were procured or installed that the use of such components would violate requirements under sections 12112(a)(2)(A) and 12113(a)(2) of title 46, United States Code, the Secretary shall immediately revoke the certificate of documentation issued under subsection (a).</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s835/c/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Use of documents.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In conducting the review required under paragraph (1), the Secretary may request and review any information, correspondence, or documents related to the construction of the certificated vessel, including from the shipyard that constructed the certificated vessel and the purchaser of the certificated vessel.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s835/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Termination.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the contract for purchase of the certificated vessel that is in effect on the date of enactment of this Act is terminated, the purchasing party to that contract shall be prohibited from entering into a subsequent contract or agreement for purchase of such vessel.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s835/e" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this section:</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s835/e/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Certificated vessel.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">certificated vessel</quotedText>” means the vessel America’s Finest (United States official number 1276760).</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s835/e/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Secretary.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Secretary</quotedText>” means the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, acting through the Commandant of the Coast Guard.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s836" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="836">SEC. 836. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">TEMPORARY LIMITATIONS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s836/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitations.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s836/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Upon the Coast Guard issuing a certificate of documentation with coastwise and fishery endorsements for the vessel “AMERICA’S FINEST” (United States official number 1276760) and during any period such certificate is in effect, and subject to subsection (b), the total amount of groundfish harvested with respect to subparagraph (A) or the total amount of deliveries processed from other vessels with respect to subparagraph (B) by the vessels described in paragraph (2) shall not collectively exceed—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s836/a/1/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the percentage of the harvest available in any Gulf of Alaska groundfish fisheries (other than fisheries subject to a limited access privilege program created by the North Pacific Fishery Management Council) that is equivalent to the total harvest by the vessels described in paragraph (2) in those fisheries in the calendar years that a vessel described in paragraph (2) had harvest from 2012 through 2017 relative to the total allowable catch available to such vessels in the calendar years 2012 through 2017; or</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s836/a/1/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the percentage of processing of deliveries from other vessels in any Bering Sea, Aleutian Islands, and Gulf of Alaska groundfish fisheries (including fisheries subject to a limited access privilege program created by the North Pacific Fishery Management Council, or community development quotas as described in section 305(i) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1855(i))) that is equivalent to the total processing of such deliveries by the vessels described in paragraph (2) in those fisheries in the calendar years 2012 through 2017 relative to the total allowable catch available in the calendar years 2012 through 2017.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s836/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Applicable vessels.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The limitations described in paragraph (1) shall apply, in the aggregate, to—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s836/a/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the vessel AMERICA’S FINEST (United States official number 1276760);</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s836/a/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the vessel US INTREPID (United States official number 604439);</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s836/a/2/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the vessel AMERICAN NO. 1 (United States official number 610654);</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s836/a/2/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any replacement of a vessel described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C); and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s836/a/2/E" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any vessel assigned license number LLG3217 under the license limitation program under part 679 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s836/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Expiration.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The limitations described in subsection (a) shall apply to a groundfish species in Bering Sea, Aleutian Islands, and Gulf of Alaska only until the earlier of—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s836/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the end of the 6-year period beginning on the date of enactment of this Act; or</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s836/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the date on which the Secretary of Commerce issues a final rule, based on recommendations developed by the North Pacific Fishery Management Council consistent with the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1801 et seq.), that limits processing deliveries of that groundfish species from other vessels in any Bering Sea, Aleutian Islands, and Gulf of Alaska groundfish fisheries that are not subject to conservation and management measures under section 206 of the American Fisheries Act (16 U.S.C. 1851 note).</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s836/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Existing Authority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except for the measures required by this section, nothing in this title shall be construed to limit the authority of the North Pacific Fishery Management Council or the Secretary of Commerce under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1801 et seq.).</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s837" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="837">SEC. 837. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t16/s668dd">16 U.S.C. 668dd note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">TRANSFER OF COAST GUARD PROPERTY IN JUPITER ISLAND, FLORIDA, FOR INCLUSION IN HOBE SOUND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s837/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Transfer.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Administrative jurisdiction over the property described in subsection (b) is transferred to the Secretary of the Interior.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s837/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Property Described.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The property described in this subsection is real property administered by the Coast Guard in the Town of Jupiter Island, Florida, comprising Parcel #35-38-42-004-000-02590-6 (Bon Air Beach lots 259 and 260 located at 83 North Beach Road) and Parcel #35-38-42-004-000-02610-2 (Bon Air Beach lots 261 to 267), including any improvements thereon that are not authorized or required by another provision of law to be conveyed to another person.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s837/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administration.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The property described in subsection (b) is included in Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge, and shall be administered by the Secretary of the Interior acting through the United States Fish and Wildlife Service.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s838" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="838">SEC. 838. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">EMERGENCY RESPONSE. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall request the National Offshore Safety Advisory Committee to examine whether there are unnecessary regulatory barriers to the use of small passenger vessels, crewboats, and offshore supply vessels in disaster response and provide recommendations, as appropriate, to reduce such barriers.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s839" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="839">SEC. 839. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">DRAWBRIDGES CONSULTATION. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s839/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consultation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In addition and subsequent to any rulemaking conducted under section 117.8 of title 33, Code of Federal Regulations, related to permanent changes to drawbridge openings that result from Amtrak service between New Orleans, Louisiana and Orlando, Florida, the Commandant shall consult with owners or operators of rail lines used for Amtrak passenger service between New Orleans, Louisiana and Orlando, Florida and affected waterway users on changes to drawbridge operating schedules necessary to facilitate the On Time Performance of passenger trains. These changes to schedules shall not impact Coast Guard response times to operational missions.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s839/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Timing.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Consultation in subsection (a) shall occur after commencement of Amtrak passenger service on the rail lines between New Orleans, Louisiana and Orlando, Florida at the following intervals:</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s839/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not less than 3 months following the commencement of Amtrak passenger service.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s839/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not less than 6 months following the commencement of Amtrak passenger service.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tVIII/s839/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If after conducting the consultations required by subsection (b)(2), the Commandant finds that permanent changes to drawbridge operations are necessary to mitigate delays in the movement of trains described in subsection (a) and that those changes do not unreasonably obstruct the navigability of the affected waterways, then the Commandant shall submit those findings to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IX">TITLE IX—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">VESSEL INCIDENTAL DISCHARGE ACT </heading>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s901" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="901">SEC. 901. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1251">33 U.S.C. 1251 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">SHORT TITLE. </heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">This title may be cited as the “<shortTitle style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Vessel Incidental Discharge Act of 2018</shortTitle>”.</content>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="902">SEC. 902. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1322">33 U.S.C. 1322 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">PURPOSES; FINDINGS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Purposes.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The purposes of this title are—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide for the establishment of uniform, environmentally sound standards and requirements for the management of discharges incidental to the normal operation of a vessel;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to charge the Environmental Protection Agency with primary responsibility for establishing standards relating to the discharge of pollutants from vessels;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/a/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to charge the Coast Guard with primary responsibility for prescribing, administering, and enforcing regulations, consistent with the discharge standards established by the Environmental Protection Agency, for the design, construction, installation, and operation of the equipment and management practices required onboard vessels; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/a/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to preserve the flexibility of States, political subdivisions, and certain regions with respect to the administration and enforcement of standards relating to the discharge of pollutants from vessels engaged in maritime commerce and transportation.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Findings.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Congress finds that—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Environmental Protection Agency is the principal Federal authority charged under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq.) with regulating through the issuance of permits for the discharge of pollutants into the navigable waters of the United States;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Coast Guard is the principal Federal authority charged with administering, enforcing, and prescribing regulations relating to the discharge of pollutants from vessels; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/b/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">during the period of 1973 to 2010—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/b/3/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Environmental Protection Agency promulgated regulations exempting certain discharges incidental to the normal operation of vessels from otherwise applicable permitting requirements of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq.); and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/b/3/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Congress enacted laws on numerous occasions governing the regulation of discharges incidental to the normal operation of vessels, including—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/b/3/B/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships (33 U.S.C. 1901 et seq.);</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/b/3/B/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4701 et seq.);</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/b/3/B/iii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the National Invasive Species Act of 1996 (16 U.S.C. 4701 note; Public Law 104-332);</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/b/3/B/iv" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">section 415 of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 1998 (Public Law 105-383; 112 Stat. 3434) and section 623 of the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2004 (33 U.S.C. 1901 note; Public Law 108-293), which established interim and permanent requirements, respectively, for the regulation of vessel discharges of certain bulk cargo residue;</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/b/3/B/v" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">title XIV of division B of Appendix D of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2001 (Public Law 106-554; 114 Stat. 2763A-315), which prohibited or limited certain vessel discharges in certain areas of Alaska;</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/b/3/B/vi" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">section 204 of the Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002 (33 U.S.C. 1902a), which established requirements for the regulation of vessel discharges of agricultural cargo residue material in the form of hold washings; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s902/b/3/B/vii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vii">(vii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">title X of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2010 (33 U.S.C. 3801 et seq.), which provided for the implementation of the International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti-Fouling Systems on Ships, 2001.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="903">SEC. 903. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">STANDARDS FOR DISCHARGES INCIDENTAL TO NORMAL OPERATION OF VESSELS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Uniform National Standards.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 312 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1322) is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="p">“(p) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Uniform National Standards for Discharges Incidental to Normal Operation of Vessels.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this subsection:</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Aquatic nuisance species.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">aquatic nuisance species</quotedText>’ means a nonindigenous species that threatens—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the diversity or abundance of a native species;</content>
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<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the ecological stability of—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">waters of the United States; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">waters of the contiguous zone; or</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">a commercial, agricultural, aquacultural, or recreational activity that is dependent on—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">waters of the United States; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">waters of the contiguous zone.</content>
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</clause>
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<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Ballast water.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">ballast water</quotedText>’ means any water, suspended matter, and other materials taken onboard a vessel—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to control or maintain trim, draught, stability, or stresses of the vessel, regardless of the means by which any such water or suspended matter is carried; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">during the cleaning, maintenance, or other operation of a ballast tank or ballast water management system of the vessel.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exclusion.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">ballast water</quotedText>’ does not include any substance that is added to the water described in clause (i) that is directly related to the operation of a properly functioning ballast water management system.</content>
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</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Ballast water discharge standard.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">ballast water discharge standard</quotedText>’ means—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the numerical ballast water discharge standard established by section 151.1511 or 151.2030 of title 33, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations); or</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if a standard referred to in clause (i) is superseded by a numerical standard of performance under this subsection, that superseding standard.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Ballast water exchange.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">ballast water exchange</quotedText>’ means the replacement of water in a ballast water tank using 1 of the following methods:</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Flow-through exchange, in which ballast water is flushed out by pumping in midocean water at the bottom of the tank if practicable, and continuously overflowing the tank from the top, until 3 full volumes of water have been changed to minimize the number of original organisms remaining in the tank.</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Empty and refill exchange, in which ballast water taken on in ports, estuarine waters, or territorial waters is pumped out until the pump loses suction, after which the ballast tank is refilled with midocean water.</content>
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</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Ballast water management system.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">ballast water management system</quotedText>’ means any marine pollution control device (including all ballast water treatment equipment, ballast tanks, pipes, pumps, and all associated control and monitoring equipment) that processes ballast water—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to kill, render nonviable, or remove organisms; or</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to avoid the uptake or discharge of organisms.</content>
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</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">“(F) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Best available technology economically achievable.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">best available technology economically achievable</quotedText>’ means—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">best available technology economically achievable (within the meaning of section 301(b)(2)(A));</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">best available technology (within the meaning of section 304(b)(2)(B)); and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">best available technology, as determined in accordance with section 125.3(d)(3) of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations).</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">“(G) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Best conventional pollutant control technology.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">best conventional pollutant control technology</quotedText>’ means—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">best conventional pollutant control technology (within the meaning of section 301(b)(2)(E));</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">best conventional pollutant control technology (within the meaning of section 304(b)(4)); and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">best conventional pollutant control technology, as determined in accordance with section 125.3(d)(2) of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations).</content>
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</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">“(H) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Best management practice.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">best management practice</quotedText>’ means a schedule of activities, prohibitions of practices, maintenance procedures, and other management practices to prevent or reduce the pollution of—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the waters of the United States; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the waters of the contiguous zone.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Inclusions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">best management practice</quotedText>’ includes any treatment requirement, operating procedure, or practice to control—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">vessel runoff;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">spillage or leaks;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">sludge or waste disposal; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">“(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">drainage from raw material storage.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Best practicable control technology currently available.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">best practicable control technology currently available</quotedText>’ means—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">best practicable control technology currently available (within the meaning of section 301(b)(1)(A));</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">best practicable control technology currently available (within the meaning of section 304(b)(1)); and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">best practicable control technology currently available, as determined in accordance with section 125.3(d)(1) of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations).</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="J">“(J) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Captain of the port zone.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Captain of the Port Zone</quotedText>’ means a Captain of the Port Zone established by the Secretary pursuant to sections 92, 93, and 633 of title 14, United States Code.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="K">“(K) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Empty ballast tank.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">empty ballast tank</quotedText>’ means a tank that—</chapeau>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has previously held ballast water that has been drained to the limit of the functional or operational capabilities of the tank (such as loss of suction);</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is recorded as empty on a vessel log; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">contains unpumpable residual ballast water and sediment.</content>
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</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="L">“(L) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Great lakes commission.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Great Lakes Commission</quotedText>’ means the Great Lakes Commission established by article IV A of the Great Lakes Compact to which Congress granted consent in the Act of July 24, 1968 (Public Law 90-419; 82 Stat. 414).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="M">“(M) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Great lakes state.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Great Lakes State</quotedText>’ means any of the States of—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Illinois;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Indiana;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Michigan;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Minnesota;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">“(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">New York;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">“(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Ohio;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vii">“(vii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Pennsylvania; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="viii">“(viii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Wisconsin.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="N">“(N) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Great lakes system.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Great Lakes System</quotedText>’ has the meaning given the term in section 118(a)(3).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="O">“(O) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Internal waters.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">internal waters</quotedText>’ has the meaning given the term in section 2.24 of title 33, Code of Federal Regulations (or a successor regulation).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="P">“(P) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Marine pollution control device.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">marine pollution control device</quotedText>’ means any equipment or management practice (or combination of equipment and a management practice), for installation or use onboard a vessel, that is—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">designed to receive, retain, treat, control, or discharge a discharge incidental to the normal operation of a vessel; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">determined by the Administrator and the Secretary to be the most effective equipment or management practice (or combination of equipment and a management practice) to reduce the environmental impacts of the discharge, consistent with the factors for consideration described in paragraphs (4) and (5).</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="Q">“(Q) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Nonindigenous species.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">nonindigenous species</quotedText>’ means an organism of a species that enters an ecosystem beyond the historic range of the species.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="R">“(R) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Organism.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">organism</quotedText>’ includes—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an animal, including fish and fish eggs and larvae;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a plant;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a pathogen;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a microbe;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">“(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a virus;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">“(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a prokaryote (including any archean or bacterium);</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vii">“(vii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a fungus; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="viii">“(viii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a protist.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="S">“(S) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Pacific region.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Pacific Region</quotedText>’ means any Federal or State water—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">adjacent to the State of Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon, or Washington; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">extending from shore.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Inclusion.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Pacific Region</quotedText>’ includes the entire exclusive economic zone (as defined in section 1001 of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (33 U.S.C. 2701)) adjacent to each State described in clause (i)(I).</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="T">“(T) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Port or place of destination.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">port or place of destination</quotedText>’ means a port or place to which a vessel is bound to anchor or moor.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="U">“(U) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Render nonviable.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">render nonviable</quotedText>’, with respect to an organism in ballast water, means the action of a ballast water management system that renders the organism permanently incapable of reproduction following treatment.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">“(V) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Saltwater flush.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">saltwater flush</quotedText>’ means—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I)</num><item class="inline" style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC"><num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the addition of as much midocean water into each empty ballast tank of a vessel as is safe for the vessel and crew; and</content></item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the mixing of the flushwater with residual ballast water and sediment through the motion of the vessel; and</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the discharge of that mixed water, such that the resultant residual water remaining in the tank—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has the highest salinity possible; and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is at least 30 parts per thousand.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Multiple sequences.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of clause (i), a saltwater flush may require more than 1 fill-mix-empty sequence, particularly if only small quantities of water can be safely taken onboard a vessel at 1 time.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="W">“(W) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Secretary.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Secretary</quotedText>’ means the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="X">“(X) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Small vessel general permit.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Small Vessel General Permit</quotedText>’ means the permit that is the subject of the notice of final permit issuance entitled ‘Final National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Small Vessel General Permit for Discharges Incidental to the Normal Operation of Vessels Less Than 79 Feet’ (79 Fed. Reg. 53702 (September 10, 2014)).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="Y">“(Y) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Small vessel or fishing vessel.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">small vessel or fishing vessel</quotedText>’ means a vessel that is—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">less than 79 feet in length; or</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a fishing vessel, fish processing vessel, or fish tender vessel (as those terms are defined in section 2101 of title 46, United States Code), regardless of the length of the vessel.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="Z">“(Z) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Vessel general permit.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Vessel General Permit</quotedText>’ means the permit that is the subject of the notice of final permit issuance entitled ‘Final National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Permit for Discharges Incidental to the Normal Operation of a Vessel’ (78 Fed. Reg. 21938 (April 12, 2013)).</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Applicability.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subparagraph (B), this subsection applies to—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any discharge incidental to the normal operation of a vessel; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">any discharge incidental to the normal operation of a vessel (such as most graywater) that is commingled with sewage, subject to the conditions that—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">nothing in this subsection prevents a State from regulating sewage discharges; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">any such commingled discharge shall comply with all applicable requirements of—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">this subsection; and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any law applicable to discharges of sewage.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exclusion.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">This subsection does not apply to any discharge incidental to the normal operation of a vessel—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">from—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a vessel of the Armed Forces subject to subsection (n);</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a recreational vessel subject to subsection (o);</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a small vessel or fishing vessel, except that this subsection shall apply to any discharge of ballast water from a small vessel or fishing vessel; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">“(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a floating craft that is permanently moored to a pier, including a ‘floating’ casino, hotel, restaurant, or bar;</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">of ballast water from a vessel—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that continuously takes on and discharges ballast water in a flow-through system, if the Administrator determines that system cannot materially contribute to the spread or introduction of an aquatic nuisance species into waters of the United States;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the National Defense Reserve Fleet that is scheduled for disposal, if the vessel does not have an operable ballast water management system;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that discharges ballast water consisting solely of water taken onboard from a public or commercial source that, at the time the water is taken onboard, meets the applicable requirements or permit requirements of the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300f et seq.);</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">“(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that carries all permanent ballast water in sealed tanks that are not subject to discharge; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">“(V) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that only discharges ballast water into a reception facility; or</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that results from, or contains material derived from, an activity other than the normal operation of the vessel, such as material resulting from an industrial or manufacturing process onboard the vessel.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Continuation in effect of existing requirements.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Vessel general permit.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding the expiration date of the Vessel General Permit or any other provision of law, all provisions of the Vessel General Permit shall remain in force and effect, and shall not be modified, until the applicable date described in subparagraph (C).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Nonindigenous aquatic nuisance prevention and control act regulations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding section 903(a)(2)(A) of the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act of 2018, all regulations promulgated by the Secretary pursuant to section 1101 of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4711) (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this subsection), including the regulations contained in subparts C and D of part 151 of title 33, Code of Federal Regulations, and subpart 162.060 of part 162 of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the day before that date of enactment), shall remain in force and effect until the applicable date described in subparagraph (C).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repeal on existence of final, effective, and enforceable requirements.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Effective beginning on the date on which the requirements promulgated by the Secretary under subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C) of paragraph (5) with respect to every discharge incidental to the normal operation of a vessel that is subject to regulation under this subsection are final, effective, and enforceable, the requirements of the Vessel General Permit and the regulations described in subparagraph (B) shall have no force or effect.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">National standards of performance for marine pollution control devices and water quality orders.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Administrator, in concurrence with the Secretary (subject to clause (ii)), and in consultation with interested Governors (subject to clause (iii)), shall promulgate Federal standards of performance for marine pollution control devices for each type of discharge incidental to the normal operation of a vessel that is subject to regulation under this subsection.</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Concurrence with secretary.—</heading>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Request.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Administrator shall submit to the Secretary a request for written concurrence with respect to a proposed standard of performance under clause (i).</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Effect of failure to concur.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A failure by the Secretary to concur with the Administrator under clause (i) by the date that is 60 days after the date on which the Administrator submits a request for concurrence under subclause (I) shall not prevent the Administrator from promulgating the relevant standard of performance in accordance with the deadline under clause (i), subject to the condition that the Administrator shall include in the administrative record of the promulgation—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">documentation of the request submitted under subclause (I); and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the response of the Administrator to any written objections received from the Secretary relating to the proposed standard of performance during the 60-day period beginning on the date of submission of the request.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consultation with governors.—</heading>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Administrator, in promulgating a standard of performance under clause (i), shall develop the standard of performance—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in consultation with interested Governors; and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in accordance with the deadlines under that clause.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Process.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Administrator shall develop a process for soliciting input from interested Governors, including information sharing relevant to such process, to allow interested Governors to inform the development of standards of performance under clause (i).</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Objection by governors.—</heading>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Submission.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An interested Governor that objects to a proposed standard of performance under clause (i) may submit to the Administrator in writing a detailed objection to the proposed standard of performance, describing the scientific, technical, or operational factors that form the basis of the objection.</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Response.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Before finalizing a standard of performance under clause (i) that is subject to an objection under item (aa) from 1 or more interested Governors, the Administrator shall provide a written response to each interested Governor that submitted an objection under that item that details the scientific, technical, or operational factors that form the basis for that standard of performance.</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="cc">“(cc) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Judicial review.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A response of the Administrator under item (bb) shall not be subject to judicial review.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">“(iv) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Procedure.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Administrator shall promulgate the standards of performance under this subparagraph in accordance with—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">this paragraph; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">section 553 of title 5, United States Code.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Stringency.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to clause (iii), the standards of performance promulgated under this paragraph shall require—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">with respect to conventional pollutants, toxic pollutants, and nonconventional pollutants (including aquatic nuisance species), the application of the best practicable control technology currently available;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">with respect to conventional pollutants, the application of the best conventional pollutant control technology; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">with respect to toxic pollutants and nonconventional pollutants (including aquatic nuisance species), the application of the best available technology economically achievable for categories and classes of vessels, which shall result in reasonable progress toward the national goal of eliminating discharges of all pollutants.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Best management practices.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Administrator shall require the use of best management practices to control or abate any discharge incidental to the normal operation of a vessel if—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">numeric standards of performance are infeasible under clause (i); or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the best management practices are reasonably necessary—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to achieve the standards of performance; or</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to carry out the purpose and intent of this subsection.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Minimum requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to subparagraph (D)(ii)(II), the combination of any equipment or best management practice comprising a marine pollution control device shall not be less stringent than the following provisions of the Vessel General Permit:</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">All requirements contained in parts 2.1 and 2.2 (relating to effluent limits and related requirements), including with respect to waters subject to Federal protection, in whole or in part, for conservation purposes.</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">All requirements contained in part 5 (relating to vessel class-specific requirements) that concern effluent limits and authorized discharges (within the meaning of that part), including with respect to waters subject to Federal protection, in whole or in part, for conservation purposes.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Classes, types, and sizes of vessels.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The standards promulgated under this paragraph may distinguish—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">among classes, types, and sizes of vessels; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">between new vessels and existing vessels.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Review and revision.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not less frequently than once every 5 years, the Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary, shall—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">review the standards of performance in effect under this paragraph; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">if appropriate, revise those standards of performance—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in accordance with subparagraphs (A) through (C); and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">as necessary to establish requirements for any discharge that is subject to regulation under this subsection.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Maintaining protectiveness.—</heading>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subclause (II), the Administrator shall not revise a standard of performance under this subsection to be less stringent than an applicable existing requirement.</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exceptions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Administrator may revise a standard of performance to be less stringent than an applicable existing requirement—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">if information becomes available that—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">was not reasonably available when the Administrator promulgated the initial standard of performance or comparable requirement of the Vessel General Permit, as applicable (including the subsequent scarcity or unavailability of materials used to control the relevant discharge); and</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">would have justified the application of a less-stringent standard of performance at the time of promulgation; or</content>
</subitem>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if the Administrator determines that a material technical mistake or misinterpretation of law occurred when promulgating the existing standard of performance or comparable requirement of the Vessel General Permit, as applicable.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Best management practices for aquatic nuisance species emergencies and further protection of water quality.—</heading>
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<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of this subsection, the Administrator, in concurrence with the Secretary (subject to clause (ii)), and in consultation with States, may require, by order, the use of an emergency best management practice for any region or category of vessels in any case in which the Administrator determines that such a best management practice—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is necessary to reduce the reasonably foreseeable risk of introduction or establishment of an aquatic nuisance species; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">will mitigate the adverse effects of a discharge that contributes to a violation of a water quality requirement under section 303, other than a requirement based on the presence of an aquatic nuisance species.</content>
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</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Concurrence with secretary.—</heading>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Request.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Administrator shall submit to the Secretary a request for written concurrence with respect to an order under clause (i).</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Effect of failure to concur.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A failure by the Secretary to concur with the Administrator under clause (i) by the date that is 60 days after the date on which the Administrator submits a request for concurrence under subclause (I) shall not prevent the Administrator from issuing the relevant order, subject to the condition that the Administrator shall include in the administrative record of the issuance—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">documentation of the request submitted under subclause (I); and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the response of the Administrator to any written objections received from the Secretary relating to the proposed order during the 60-day period beginning on the date of submission of the request.</content>
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</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Duration.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An order issued by the Administrator under clause (i) shall expire not later than the date that is 4 years after the date of issuance.</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">“(iv) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Extensions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Administrator may reissue an order under clause (i) for such subsequent periods of not longer than 4 years as the Administrator determines to be appropriate.</content>
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</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">“(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Implementation, compliance, and enforcement requirements.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">As soon as practicable, but not later than 2 years, after the date on which the Administrator promulgates any new or revised standard of performance under paragraph (4) with respect to a discharge, the Secretary, in consultation with States, shall promulgate the regulations required under this paragraph with respect to that discharge.</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Minimum requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to subparagraph (C)(ii)(II), the regulations promulgated under this paragraph shall not be less stringent with respect to ensuring, monitoring, and enforcing compliance than—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the requirements contained in part 3 of the Vessel General Permit (relating to corrective actions);</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the requirements contained in part 4 of the Vessel General Permit (relating to inspections, monitoring, reporting, and recordkeeping), including with respect to waters subject to Federal protection, in whole or in part, for conservation purposes;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the requirements contained in part 5 of the Vessel General Permit (relating to vessel class-specific requirements) regarding monitoring, inspection, and educational and training requirements (within the meaning of that part), including with respect to waters subject to Federal protection, in whole or in part, for conservation purposes; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">“(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any comparable, existing requirements promulgated under the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4701 et seq.) (including section 1101 of that Act (16 U.S.C. 4711) (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this subsection)) applicable to that discharge.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Coordination with states.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary, in coordination with the Governors of the States, shall develop, publish, and periodically update inspection, monitoring, data management, and enforcement procedures for the enforcement by States of Federal standards and requirements under this subsection.</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">“(iv) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Effective date.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In determining the effective date of a regulation promulgated under this paragraph, the Secretary shall take into consideration the period of time necessary—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to communicate to affected persons the applicability of the regulation; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">for affected persons reasonably to comply with the regulation.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">“(v) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Procedure.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall promulgate the regulations under this subparagraph in accordance with—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">this paragraph; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">section 553 of title 5, United States Code.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Implementation regulations for marine pollution control devices.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall promulgate such regulations governing the design, construction, testing, approval, installation, and use of marine pollution control devices as are necessary to ensure compliance with the standards of performance promulgated under paragraph (4).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Compliance assurance.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall promulgate requirements (including requirements for vessel owners and operators with respect to inspections, monitoring, reporting, sampling, and recordkeeping) to ensure, monitor, and enforce compliance with—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the standards of performance promulgated by the Administrator under paragraph (4); and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the implementation regulations promulgated by the Secretary under subparagraph (B).</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Maintaining protectiveness.—</heading>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subclause (II), the Secretary shall not revise a requirement under this subparagraph or subparagraph (B) to be less stringent with respect to ensuring, monitoring, or enforcing compliance than an applicable existing requirement.</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exceptions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may revise a requirement under this subparagraph or subparagraph (B) to be less stringent than an applicable existing requirement—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in accordance with this subparagraph or subparagraph (B), as applicable;</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">if information becomes available that—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Administrator determines was not reasonably available when the Administrator promulgated the existing requirement of the Vessel General Permit, or that the Secretary determines was not reasonably available when the Secretary promulgated the existing requirement under the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4701 et seq.) or the applicable existing requirement under this subparagraph, as applicable (including subsequent scarcity or unavailability of materials used to control the relevant discharge); and</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">would have justified the application of a less-stringent requirement at the time of promulgation; or</content>
</subitem>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="cc">“(cc) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if the Administrator determines that a material technical mistake or misinterpretation of law occurred when promulgating an existing requirement of the Vessel General Permit, or if the Secretary determines that a material mistake or misinterpretation of law occurred when promulgating an existing requirement under the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4701 et seq.) or this subsection.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Data availability.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Beginning not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Secretary shall provide to the Governor of a State, on request by the Governor, access to Automated Identification System arrival data for inbound vessels to specific ports or places of destination in the State.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">“(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional provisions regarding ballast water.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In addition to the other applicable requirements of this subsection, the requirements of this paragraph shall apply with respect to any discharge incidental to the normal operation of a vessel that is a discharge of ballast water.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Empty ballast tanks.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in clause (ii), the owner or operator of a vessel with empty ballast tanks bound for a port or place of destination subject to the jurisdiction of the United States shall, prior to arriving at that port or place of destination, conduct a ballast water exchange or saltwater flush—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not less than 200 nautical miles from any shore for a voyage originating outside the United States or Canadian exclusive economic zone; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not less than 50 nautical miles from any shore for a voyage originating within the United States or Canadian exclusive economic zone.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exceptions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Clause (i) shall not apply—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if the unpumpable residual waters and sediments of an empty ballast tank were subject to treatment, in compliance with applicable requirements, through a type-approved ballast water management system approved by the Secretary;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">except as otherwise required under this subsection, if the unpumpable residual waters and sediments of an empty ballast tank were sourced within—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the same port or place of destination; or</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">contiguous portions of a single Captain of the Port Zone;</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">if complying with an applicable requirement of clause (i)—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">would compromise the safety of the vessel; or</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is otherwise prohibited by any Federal, Canadian, or international law (including regulations) pertaining to vessel safety;</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">“(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if design limitations of the vessel prevent a ballast water exchange or saltwater flush from being conducted in accordance with clause (i); or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">“(V) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if the vessel is operating exclusively within the internal waters of the United States or Canada.</content>
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</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Period of use of installed ballast water management systems.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in clause (ii), a vessel shall be deemed to be in compliance with a standard of performance for a marine pollution control device that is a ballast water management system if the ballast water management system—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is maintained in proper working condition, as determined by the Secretary;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is maintained and used in accordance with manufacturer specifications;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">continues to meet the ballast water discharge standard applicable to the vessel at the time of installation, as determined by the Secretary; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">“(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has in effect a valid type-approval certificate issued by the Secretary.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Clause (i) shall cease to apply with respect to any vessel on, as applicable—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the expiration of the service life, as determined by the Secretary, of—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the ballast water management system; or</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the vessel;</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the completion of a major conversion (as defined in section 2101 of title 46, United States Code) of the vessel; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a determination by the Secretary that there are other type-approved systems for the vessel or category of vessels, with respect to the use of which the environmental, health, and economic benefits would exceed the costs.</content>
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</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Review of ballast water management system type-approval testing methods.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition of live; living.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of law (including regulations), for purposes of section 151.1511 of title 33, and part 162 of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations), the terms ‘live’ and ‘living’ shall not—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">include an organism that has been rendered nonviable; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">preclude the consideration of any method of measuring the concentration of organisms in ballast water that are capable of reproduction.</content>
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</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Draft policy.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Secretary, in coordination with the Administrator, shall publish a draft policy letter, based on the best available science, describing type-approval testing methods and protocols for ballast water management systems, if any, that—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">render nonviable organisms in ballast water; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">may be used in addition to the methods established under subpart 162.060 of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations)—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to measure the concentration of organisms in ballast water that are capable of reproduction;</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to certify the performance of each ballast water management system under this subsection; and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="cc">“(cc) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to certify laboratories to evaluate applicable treatment technologies.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Public comment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall provide a period of not more than 60 days for public comment regarding the draft policy letter published under clause (ii).</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">“(iv) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Final policy.—</heading>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Secretary, in coordination with the Administrator, shall publish a final policy letter describing type-approval testing methods, if any, for ballast water management systems that render nonviable organisms in ballast water.</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Method of evaluation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The ballast water management systems under subclause (I) shall be evaluated by measuring the concentration of organisms in ballast water that are capable of reproduction based on the best available science that may be used in addition to the methods established under subpart 162.060 of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations).</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Revisions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall revise the final policy letter under subclause (I) in any case in which the Secretary, in coordination with the Administrator, determines that additional testing methods are capable of measuring the concentration of organisms in ballast water that have not been rendered nonviable.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">“(v) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Factors for consideration.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In developing a policy letter under this subparagraph, the Secretary, in coordination with the Administrator—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall take into consideration a testing method that uses organism grow-out and most probable number statistical analysis to determine the concentration of organisms in ballast water that are capable of reproduction; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall not take into consideration a testing method that relies on a staining method that measures the concentration of—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">organisms greater than or equal to 10 micrometers; and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">organisms less than or equal to 50 micrometers.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Intergovernmental response framework.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary, in consultation with the Administrator and acting in coordination with, or through, the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force established by section 1201(a) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4721(a)), shall establish a framework for Federal and intergovernmental response to aquatic nuisance species risks from discharges from vessels subject to ballast water and incidental discharge compliance requirements under this subsection, including the introduction, spread, and establishment of aquatic nuisance species populations.</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Ballast discharge risk response.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary and taking into consideration information from the National Ballast Information Clearinghouse developed under section 1102(f) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4712(f)), shall establish a risk assessment and response framework using ballast water discharge data and aquatic nuisance species monitoring data for the purposes of—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">identifying and tracking populations of aquatic invasive species;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">evaluating the risk of any aquatic nuisance species population tracked under subclause (I) establishing and spreading in waters of the United States or waters of the contiguous zone; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">establishing emergency best management practices that may be deployed rapidly, in a local or regional manner, to respond to emerging aquatic nuisance species threats.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">“(7) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Petitions by governors for review.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor of a State (or a designee) may submit to the Administrator or the Secretary a petition—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to issue an order under paragraph (4)(E); or</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">to review any standard of performance, regulation, or policy promulgated under paragraph (4), (5), or (6), respectively, if there exists new information that could reasonably result in a change to—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the standard of performance, regulation, or policy; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a determination on which the standard of performance, regulation, or policy was based.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Inclusion.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A petition under subparagraph (A) shall include a description of any applicable scientific or technical information that forms the basis of the petition.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Determination.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Timing.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Administrator or the Secretary, as applicable, shall grant or deny—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a petition under subparagraph (A)(i) by not later than the date that is 180 days after the date on which the petition is submitted; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a petition under subparagraph (A)(ii) by not later than the date that is 1 year after the date on which the petition is submitted.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Effect of grant.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Administrator or the Secretary determines under clause (i) to grant a petition—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the case of a petition under subparagraph (A)(i), the Administrator shall immediately issue the relevant order under paragraph (4)(E); or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the case of a petition under subparagraph (A)(ii), the Administrator or Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register, by not later than 30 days after the date of that determination, a notice of proposed rulemaking to revise the relevant standard, requirement, regulation, or policy under paragraph (4), (5), or (6), as applicable.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Notice of denial.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Administrator or the Secretary determines under clause (i) to deny a petition, the Administrator or Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register, by not later than 30 days after the date of that determination, a detailed explanation of the scientific, technical, or operational factors that form the basis of the determination.</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">“(iv) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Review.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A determination by the Administrator or the Secretary under clause (i) to deny a petition shall be—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">considered to be a final agency action; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">subject to judicial review in accordance with section 509, subject to clause (v).</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">“(v) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exceptions.—</heading>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Venue.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding section 509(b), a petition for review of a determination by the Administrator or the Secretary under clause (i) to deny a petition submitted by the Governor of a State under subparagraph (A) may be filed in any United States district court of competent jurisdiction.</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Deadline for filing.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding section 509(b), a petition for review of a determination by the Administrator or the Secretary under clause (i) shall be filed by not later than 180 days after the date on which the justification for the determination is published in the Federal Register under clause (iii).</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="8">“(8) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">It shall be unlawful for any person to violate—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a provision of the Vessel General Permit in force and effect under paragraph (3)(A);</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a regulation promulgated pursuant to section 1101 of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4711) (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this subsection) in force and effect under paragraph (3)(B); or</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an applicable requirement or regulation under this subsection.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Compliance with regulations.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Effective beginning on the effective date of a regulation promulgated under paragraph (4), (5), (6), or (10), as applicable, it shall be unlawful for the owner or operator of a vessel subject to the regulation—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to discharge any discharge incidental to the normal operation of the vessel into waters of the United States or waters of the contiguous zone, except in compliance with the regulation; or</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">to operate in waters of the United States or waters of the contiguous zone, if the vessel is not equipped with a required marine pollution control device that complies with the requirements established under this subsection, unless—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the owner or operator of the vessel denotes in an entry in the official logbook of the vessel that the equipment was not operational; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">either—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the applicable discharge was avoided; or</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an alternate compliance option approved by the Secretary as meeting the applicable standard was employed.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Affirmative defense.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">No person shall be found to be in violation of this paragraph if—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the violation was in the interest of ensuring the safety of life at sea, as determined by the Secretary; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the applicable emergency circumstance was not the result of negligence or malfeasance on the part of—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the owner or operator of the vessel;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the master of the vessel; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the person in charge of the vessel.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Treatment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each day of continuing violation of an applicable requirement of this subsection shall constitute a separate offense.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In rem liability.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A vessel operated in violation of this subsection is liable in rem for any civil penalty assessed for the violation.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">“(F) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Revocation of clearance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall withhold or revoke the clearance of a vessel required under section 60105 of title 46, United States Code, if the owner or operator of the vessel is in violation of this subsection.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="9">“(9) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Effect on other laws.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State authority.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in clauses (ii) through (v) and paragraph (10), effective beginning on the date on which the requirements promulgated by the Secretary under subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C) of paragraph (5) with respect to every discharge incidental to the normal operation of a vessel that is subject to regulation under this subsection are final, effective, and enforceable, no State, political subdivision of a State, or interstate agency may adopt or enforce any law, regulation, or other requirement of the State, political subdivision, or interstate agency with respect to any such discharge.</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Identical or lesser state laws.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Clause (i) shall not apply to any law, regulation, or other requirement of a State, political subdivision of a State, or interstate agency in effect on or after the date of enactment of this subsection—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">that is identical to a Federal requirement under this subsection applicable to the relevant discharge; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">compliance with which would be achieved concurrently in achieving compliance with a Federal requirement under this subsection applicable to the relevant discharge.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State enforcement of federal requirements.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State may enforce any standard of performance or other Federal requirement of this subsection in accordance with subsection (k) or other applicable Federal authority.</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">“(iv) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exception for certain fees.—</heading>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to subclauses (II) and (III), a State that assesses any fee pursuant to any State or Federal law relating to the regulation of a discharge incidental to the normal operation of a vessel before the date of enactment of this subsection may assess or retain a fee to cover the costs of administration, inspection, monitoring, and enforcement activities by the State to achieve compliance with the applicable requirements of this subsection.</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Maximum amount.—</heading>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in item (bb), a State may assess a fee for activities under this clause equal to not more than $1,000 against the owner or operator of a vessel that—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has operated outside of that State; and</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">arrives at a port or place of destination in the State (excluding movement entirely within a single port or place of destination).</content>
</subitem>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Vessels engaged in coastwise trade.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State may assess against the owner or operator of a vessel registered in accordance with applicable Federal law and lawfully engaged in the coastwise trade not more than $5,000 in fees under this clause per vessel during a calendar year.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Adjustment for inflation.—</heading>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State may adjust the amount of a fee authorized under this clause not more frequently than once every 5 years to reflect the percentage by which the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers published by the Department of Labor for the month of October immediately preceding the date of adjustment exceeds the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers published by the Department of Labor for the month of October that immediately precedes the date that is 5 years before the date of adjustment.</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Effect of subclause.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this subclause prevents a State from adjusting a fee in effect before the date of enactment of this subsection to the applicable maximum amount under subclause (II).</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="cc">“(cc) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Applicability.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">This subclause applies only to increases in fees to amounts greater than the applicable maximum amount under subclause (II).</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">“(v) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Alaska graywater.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Clause (i) shall not apply with respect to any discharge of graywater (as defined in section 1414 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2001 (Public Law 106-554; 114 Stat. 2763A-323)) from a passenger vessel (as defined in section 2101 of title 46, United States Code) in the State of Alaska (including all waters in the Alexander Archipelago) carrying 50 or more passengers.</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">“(vi) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Preservation of authority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this subsection preempts any State law, public initiative, referendum, regulation, requirement, or other State action, except as expressly provided in this subsection.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Established regimes.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as expressly provided in this subsection, nothing in this subsection affects the applicability to a vessel of any other provision of Federal law, including—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">this section;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">section 311;</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships (33 U.S.C. 1901 et seq.); and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">title X of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2010 (33 U.S.C. 3801 et seq.).</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Permitting.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Effective beginning on the date of enactment of this subsection—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Small Vessel General Permit is repealed; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Administrator, or a State in the case of a permit program approved under section 402, shall not require, or in any way modify, a permit under that section for—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any discharge that is subject to regulation under this subsection;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any discharge incidental to the normal operation of a vessel from a small vessel or fishing vessel, regardless of whether that discharge is subject to regulation under this subsection; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any discharge described in paragraph (2)(B)(ii).</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">No effect on civil or criminal actions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this subsection, or any standard, regulation, or requirement established under this subsection, modifies or otherwise affects, preempts, or displaces—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any cause of action; or</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any provision of Federal or State law establishing a remedy for civil relief or criminal penalty.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">No effect on certain secretarial authority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this subsection affects the authority of the Secretary of Commerce or the Secretary of the Interior to administer any land or waters under the administrative control of the Secretary of Commerce or the Secretary of the Interior, respectively.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">“(F) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">No limitation on state inspection authority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this subsection limits the authority of a State to inspect a vessel pursuant to paragraph (5)(A)(iii) in order to monitor compliance with an applicable requirement of this section.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="10">“(10) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional regional requirements.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Minimum great lakes system requirements.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in clause (ii), the owner or operator of a vessel entering the St. Lawrence Seaway through the mouth of the St. Lawrence River shall conduct a complete ballast water exchange or saltwater flush—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not less than 200 nautical miles from any shore for a voyage originating outside the United States or Canadian exclusive economic zone; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not less than 50 nautical miles from any shore for a voyage originating within the United States or Canadian exclusive economic zone.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exceptions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Clause (i) shall not apply to a vessel if—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">complying with an applicable requirement of clause (i)—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">would compromise the safety of the vessel; or</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is otherwise prohibited by any Federal, Canadian, or international law (including regulations) pertaining to vessel safety;</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">design limitations of the vessel prevent a ballast water exchange from being conducted in accordance with an applicable requirement of clause (i);</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the vessel—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is certified by the Secretary as having no residual ballast water or sediments onboard; or</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">retains all ballast water while in waters subject to the requirement; or</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">“(IV) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">empty ballast tanks on the vessel are sealed and certified by the Secretary in a manner that ensures that—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">no discharge or uptake occurs; and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any subsequent discharge of ballast water is subject to the requirement.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Enhanced great lakes system requirements.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Petitions by governors for proposed enhanced standards and requirements.—</heading>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor of a Great Lakes State (or a State employee designee) may submit a petition in accordance with subclause (II) to propose that other Governors of Great Lakes States endorse an enhanced standard of performance or other requirement with respect to any discharge that—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is subject to regulation under this subsection; and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">occurs within the Great Lakes System.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Submission.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A Governor shall submit a petition under subclause (I), in writing, to—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Executive Director of the Great Lakes Commission, in such manner as may be prescribed by the Great Lakes Commission;</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Governor of each other Great Lakes State; and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="cc">“(cc) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Director of the Great Lakes National Program Office established by section 118(b).</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Preliminary assessment by great lakes commission.—</heading>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">After the date of receipt of a petition under subclause (II)(aa), the Great Lakes Commission (acting through the Great Lakes Panel on Aquatic Nuisance Species, to the maximum extent practicable) may develop a preliminary assessment regarding each enhanced standard of performance or other requirement described in the petition.</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Provisions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The preliminary assessment developed by the Great Lakes Commission under item (aa)—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may be developed in consultation with relevant experts and stakeholders;</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may be narrative in nature;</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="CC">“(CC) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may include the preliminary views, if any, of the Great Lakes Commission on the propriety of the proposed enhanced standard of performance or other requirement;</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="DD">“(DD) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall be submitted, in writing, to the Governor of each Great Lakes State and the Director of the Great Lakes National Program Office and published on the internet website of the Great Lakes National Program Office; and</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="EE">“(EE) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">except as provided in clause (iii), shall not be taken into consideration, or provide a basis for review, by the Administrator or the Secretary for purposes of that clause.</content>
</subitem>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Proposed enhanced standards and requirements.—</heading>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Publication in federal register.—</heading>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Request by governor.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not earlier than the date that is 90 days after the date on which the Executive Director of the Great Lakes Commission receives from a Governor of a Great Lakes State a petition under clause (i)(II)(aa), the Governor may request the Director of the Great Lakes National Program Office to publish, for a period requested by the Governor of not less than 30 days, and the Director shall so publish, in the Federal Register for public comment—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a copy of the petition; and</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">if applicable as of the date of publication, any preliminary assessment of the Great Lakes Commission developed under clause (i)(III) relating to the petition.</content>
</subitem>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Review of public comments.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">On receipt of a written request of a Governor of a Great Lakes State, the Director of the Great Lakes National Program Office shall make available all public comments received in response to the notice under item (aa).</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="cc">“(cc) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">No response required.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a Governor of a Great Lakes State or the Director of the Great Lakes National Program Office shall not be required to provide a response to any comment received in response to the publication of a petition or preliminary assessment under item (aa).</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="dd">“(dd) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Purpose.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any public comments received in response to the publication of a petition or preliminary assessment under item (aa) shall be used solely for the purpose of providing information and feedback to the Governor of each Great Lakes State regarding the decision to endorse the proposed standard or requirement.</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ee">“(ee) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Effect of petition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A proposed standard or requirement developed under subclause (II) may differ from the proposed standard or requirement described in a petition published under item (aa).</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Coordination to develop proposed standard or requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">After the expiration of the public comment period for the petition under subclause (I), any interested Governor of a Great Lakes State may work in coordination with the Great Lakes Commission to develop a proposed standard of performance or other requirement applicable to a discharge referred to in the petition.</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Requirements.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A proposed standard of performance or other requirement under subclause (II)—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall be developed—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in consultation with representatives from the Federal and provincial governments of Canada;</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">after notice and opportunity for public comment on the petition published under subclause (I); and</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="CC">“(CC) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">taking into consideration the preliminary assessment, if any, of the Great Lakes Commission under clause (i)(III);</content>
</subitem>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall be specifically endorsed in writing by—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Governor of each Great Lakes State, if the proposed standard or requirement would impose any additional equipment requirement on a vessel; or</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not fewer than 5 Governors of Great Lakes States, if the proposed standard or requirement would not impose any additional equipment requirement on a vessel; and</content>
</subitem>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="cc">“(cc) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the case of a proposed requirement to prohibit 1 or more types of discharge regulated under this subsection, whether treated or not treated, into waters within the Great Lakes System, shall not apply outside the waters of the Great Lakes States of the Governors endorsing the proposed requirement under item (bb).</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Promulgation by administrator and secretary.—</heading>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Submission.—</heading>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governors endorsing a proposed standard or requirement under clause (ii)(III)(bb) may jointly submit to the Administrator and the Secretary for approval each proposed standard of performance or other requirement developed and endorsed pursuant to clause (ii).</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Inclusion.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each submission under item (aa) shall include an explanation regarding why the applicable standard of performance or other requirement is—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">at least as stringent as a comparable standard of performance or other requirement under this subsection;</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in accordance with maritime safety; and</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="CC">“(CC) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in accordance with applicable maritime and navigation laws and regulations.</content>
</subitem>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="cc">“(cc) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Withdrawal.—</heading>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor of any Great Lakes State that endorses a proposed standard or requirement under clause (ii)(III)(bb) may withdraw the endorsement by not later than the date that is 90 days after the date on which the Administrator and the Secretary receive the proposed standard or requirement.</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Effect on federal review.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">If, after the withdrawal of an endorsement under subitem (AA), the proposed standard or requirement does not have the applicable number of endorsements under clause (ii)(III)(bb), the Administrator and the Secretary shall terminate the review under this clause.</content>
</subitem>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="dd">“(dd) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Dissenting opinions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Governor of a Great Lakes State that does not endorse a proposed standard or requirement under clause (ii)(III)(bb) may submit to the Administrator and the Secretary any dissenting opinions of the Governor.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Joint notice.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">On receipt of a proposed standard of performance or other requirement under subclause (I), the Administrator and the Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register a joint notice that, at minimum—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">states that the proposed standard or requirement is publicly available; and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">provides an opportunity for public comment regarding the proposed standard or requirement during the 90-day period beginning on the date of receipt by the Administrator and the Secretary of the proposed standard or requirement.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Review.—</heading>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">As soon as practicable after the date of publication of a joint notice under subclause (II)—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Administrator shall commence a review of each proposed standard of performance or other requirement covered by the notice to determine whether that standard or requirement is at least as stringent as comparable standards and requirements under this subsection; and</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Secretary shall commence a review of each proposed standard of performance or other requirement covered by the notice to determine whether that standard or requirement is in accordance with maritime safety and applicable maritime and navigation laws and regulations.</content>
</subitem>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consultation.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In carrying out item (aa), the Administrator and the Secretary—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall consult with the Governor of each Great Lakes State and representatives from the Federal and provincial governments of Canada;</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall take into consideration any relevant data or public comments received under subclause (II)(bb); and</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="CC">“(CC) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall not take into consideration any preliminary assessment by the Great Lakes Commission under clause (i)(III), or any dissenting opinion under subclause (I)(dd), except to the extent that such an assessment or opinion is relevant to the criteria for the applicable determination under item (aa).</content>
</subitem>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">“(IV) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Approval or disapproval.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 180 days after the date of receipt of each proposed standard of performance or other requirement under subclause (I), the Administrator and the Secretary shall—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">determine, as applicable, whether each proposed standard or other requirement satisfies the criteria under subclause (III)(aa);</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">approve each proposed standard or other requirement, unless the Administrator or the Secretary, as applicable, determines under item (aa) that the proposed standard or other requirement does not satisfy the criteria under subclause (III)(aa); and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="cc">“(cc) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">submit to the Governor of each Great Lakes State, and publish in the Federal Register, a notice of the determination under item (aa).</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">“(V) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Action on disapproval.—</heading>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Rationale and recommendations.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">If the Administrator and the Secretary disapprove a proposed standard of performance or other requirement under subclause (IV)(bb), the notices under subclause (IV)(cc) shall include—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of the reasons why the standard or requirement is, as applicable, less stringent than a comparable standard or requirement under this subsection, inconsistent with maritime safety, or inconsistent with applicable maritime and navigation laws and regulations; and</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any recommendations regarding changes the Governors of the Great Lakes States could make to conform the disapproved portion of the standard or requirement to the requirements of this subparagraph.</content>
</subitem>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Review.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Disapproval of a proposed standard or requirement by the Administrator and the Secretary under this subparagraph shall be considered to be a final agency action subject to judicial review under section 509.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="VI">“(VI) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Action on approval.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">On approval by the Administrator and the Secretary of a proposed standard of performance or other requirement under subclause (IV)(bb)—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Administrator shall establish, by regulation, the proposed standard or requirement within the Great Lakes System in lieu of any comparable standard or other requirement promulgated under paragraph (4); and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Secretary shall establish, by regulation, any requirements necessary to implement, ensure compliance with, and enforce the standard or requirement under item (aa), or to apply the proposed requirement, within the Great Lakes System in lieu of any comparable requirement promulgated under paragraph (5).</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="VII">“(VII) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">No judicial review for certain actions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">An action or inaction of a Governor of a Great Lakes State or the Great Lakes Commission under this subparagraph shall not be subject to judicial review.</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="VIII">“(VIII) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Great lakes compact.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this subsection limits, alters, or amends the Great Lakes Compact to which Congress granted consent in the Act of July 24, 1968 (Public Law 90-419; 82 Stat. 414).</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IX">“(IX) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authorization of appropriations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There is authorized to be appropriated to the Great Lakes Commission $5,000,000, to be available until expended.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Minimum pacific region requirements.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definition of commercial vessel.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this subparagraph, the term ‘<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">commercial vessel</quotedText>’ means a vessel operating between—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">2 ports or places of destination within the Pacific Region; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a port or place of destination within the Pacific Region and a port or place of destination on the Pacific Coast of Canada or Mexico north of parallel 20 degrees north latitude, inclusive of the Gulf of California.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Ballast water exchange.—</heading>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subclause (II) and clause (iv), the owner or operator of a commercial vessel shall conduct a complete ballast water exchange in waters more than 50 nautical miles from shore.</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exemptions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subclause (I) shall not apply to a commercial vessel—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">using, in compliance with applicable requirements, a type-approved ballast water management system approved by the Secretary; or</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">voyaging—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">between or to a port or place of destination in the State of Washington, if the ballast water to be discharged from the commercial vessel originated solely from waters located between the parallel 46 degrees north latitude, including the internal waters of the Columbia River, and the internal waters of Canada south of parallel 50 degrees north latitude, including the waters of the Strait of Georgia and the Strait of Juan de Fuca;</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">between ports or places of destination in the State of Oregon, if the ballast water to be discharged from the commercial vessel originated solely from waters located between the parallel 40 degrees north latitude and the parallel 50 degrees north latitude;</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="CC">“(CC) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">between ports or places of destination in the State of California within the San Francisco Bay area east of the Golden Gate Bridge, including the Port of Stockton and the Port of Sacramento, if the ballast water to be discharged from the commercial vessel originated solely from ports or places within that area;</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="DD">“(DD) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">between the Port of Los Angeles, the Port of Long Beach, and the El Segundo offshore marine oil terminal, if the ballast water to be discharged from the commercial vessel originated solely from the Port of Los Angeles, the Port of Long Beach, or the El Segundo offshore marine oil terminal;</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="EE">“(EE) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">between a port or place of destination in the State of Alaska within a single Captain of the Port Zone;</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="FF">“(FF) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">between ports or places of destination in different counties of the State of Hawaii, if the vessel may conduct a complete ballast water exchange in waters that are more than 10 nautical miles from shore and at least 200 meters deep; or</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="GG">“(GG) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">between ports or places of destination within the same county of the State of Hawaii, if the vessel does not transit outside State marine waters during the voyage.</content>
</subitem>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Low-salinity ballast water.—</heading>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subclause (II) and clause (iv), the owner or operator of a commercial vessel that transports ballast water sourced from waters with a measured salinity of less than 18 parts per thousand and voyages to a Pacific Region port or place of destination with a measured salinity of less than 18 parts per thousand shall conduct a complete ballast water exchange—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not less than 50 nautical miles from shore, if the ballast water was sourced from a Pacific Region port or place of destination; or</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">more than 200 nautical miles from shore, if the ballast water was not sourced from a Pacific Region port or place of destination.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exception.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subclause (I) shall not apply to a commercial vessel voyaging to a port or place of destination in the Pacific Region that is using, in compliance with applicable requirements, a type-approved ballast water management system approved by the Secretary to achieve standards of performance of—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">less than 1 organism per 10 cubic meters, if that organism—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is living, or has not been rendered nonviable; and</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is 50 or more micrometers in minimum dimension;</content>
</subitem>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">less than 1 organism per 10 milliliters, if that organism—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is living, or has not been rendered nonviable; and</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is more than 10, but less than 50, micrometers in minimum dimension;</content>
</subitem>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="cc">“(cc) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">concentrations of indicator microbes that are less than—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">1 colony-forming unit of toxicogenic Vibrio cholera (serotypes O1 and O139) per 100 milliliters or less than 1 colony-forming unit of that microbe per gram of wet weight of zoological samples;</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">126 colony-forming units of escherichia coli per 100 milliliters; and</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="CC">“(CC) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">33 colony-forming units of intestinal enterococci per 100 milliliters; and</content>
</subitem>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="dd">“(dd) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">concentrations of such additional indicator microbes and viruses as may be specified in the standards of performance established by the Administrator under paragraph (4).</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">“(iv) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">General exceptions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The requirements of clauses (ii) and (iii) shall not apply to a commercial vessel if—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">complying with the requirement would compromise the safety of the commercial vessel;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">design limitations of the commercial vessel prevent a ballast water exchange from being conducted in accordance with clause (ii) or (iii), as applicable;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">the commercial vessel—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is certified by the Secretary as having no residual ballast water or sediments onboard; or</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">retains all ballast water while in waters subject to those requirements; or</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">“(IV) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">empty ballast tanks on the commercial vessel are sealed and certified by the Secretary in a manner that ensures that—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">no discharge or uptake occurs; and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">any subsequent discharge of ballast water is subject to those requirements.</content>
</item>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment of state no-discharge zones.—</heading>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">State prohibition.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to clause (ii), after the effective date of regulations promulgated by the Secretary under paragraph (5), if any State determines that the protection and enhancement of the quality of some or all of the waters within the State require greater environmental protection, the State may prohibit 1 or more types of discharge regulated under this subsection, whether treated or not treated, into such waters.</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Applicability.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A prohibition by a State under clause (i) shall not apply until the date on which the Administrator makes the applicable determinations described in clause (iii).</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">“(iii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition by administrator.—</heading>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Determination.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">On application of a State, the Administrator, in concurrence with the Secretary (subject to subclause (II)), shall, by regulation, prohibit the discharge from a vessel of 1 or more discharges subject to regulation under this subsection, whether treated or not treated, into the waters covered by the application if the Administrator determines that—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">prohibition of the discharge would protect and enhance the quality of the specified waters within the State;</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">adequate facilities for the safe and sanitary removal and treatment of the discharge are reasonably available for the water and all vessels to which the prohibition would apply;</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="cc">“(cc) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the discharge can be safely collected and stored until a vessel reaches a discharge facility or other location; and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="dd">“(dd) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the case of an application for the prohibition of discharges of ballast water in a port (or in any other location where cargo, passengers, or fuel are loaded and unloaded)—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the adequate facilities described in item (bb) are reasonably available for commercial vessels, after considering, at a minimum, water depth, dock size, pumpout facility capacity and flow rate, availability of year-round operations, proximity to navigation routes, and the ratio of pumpout facilities to the population and discharge capacity of commercial vessels operating in those waters; and</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the prohibition will not unreasonably interfere with the safe loading and unloading of cargo, passengers, or fuel.</content>
</subitem>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Concurrence with secretary.—</heading>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Request.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Administrator shall submit to the Secretary a request for written concurrence with respect to a prohibition under subclause (I).</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Effect of failure to concur.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A failure by the Secretary to concur with the Administrator under subclause (I) by the date that is 60 days after the date on which the Administrator submits a request for concurrence under item (aa) shall not prevent the Administrator from prohibiting the relevant discharge in accordance with subclause (III), subject to the condition that the Administrator shall include in the administrative record of the promulgation—</chapeau>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="AA">“(AA) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">documentation of the request submitted under item (aa); and</content>
</subitem>
<subitem style="-uslm-dtd:subitem" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="BB">“(BB) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the response of the Administrator to any written objections received from the Secretary relating to the proposed standard of performance during the 60-day period beginning on the date of submission of the request.</content>
</subitem>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Timing.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Administrator shall approve or disapprove an application submitted under subclause (I) by not later than 90 days after the date on which the application is submitted to the Administrator.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Maintenance in effect of more-stringent standards.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In any case in which a requirement established under this paragraph is more stringent or environmentally protective than a comparable requirement established under paragraph (4), (5), or (6), the more-stringent or more-protective requirement shall control.”</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
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<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Repeals.—</heading>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/a/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t16/s4711">16 U.S.C. 4711 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Effective beginning on the date of enactment of this Act, the following provisions of law are repealed:</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/a/2/A/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 1101 of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4711).</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/a/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Public Law 110-299 (33 U.S.C. 1342 note).</content>
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</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/a/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Conforming amendments.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 1102 of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4712) is amended—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/a/2/B/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (c)(1), by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">(as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act of 2018)</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 1101(b)</quotedText>”; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/a/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (f)(1)(B), by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">(as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of the Vessel Incidental Discharge Act of 2018)</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">section 1101(c)</quotedText>”.</content>
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</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Regulations for Use of Marine Pollution Control Devices.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 312 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1322) is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking the section designation and heading and all that follows through “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">For the purpose of</quotedText>” in subsection (a) and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<section style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="312">“SEC. SEC. 312. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">MARINE SANITATION DEVICES; DISCHARGES INCIDENTAL TO THE NORMAL OPERATION OF VESSELS </heading>
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In”</content>
</subsection>
</section></quotedContent>;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (a)—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (7), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">devices or of vessels</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">devices, marine pollution control device equipment, or vessels</quotedText>”; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (13), in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">, except as provided in subsection (p),</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">means</quotedText>”;</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (g)—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/3/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">or marine pollution control device equipment</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">marine sanitation device</quotedText>” each place it appears;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/3/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (1)—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/3/B/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">or equipment</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">such device</quotedText>”; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/3/B/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">or equipment</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">test device</quotedText>”; and</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/3/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (2)—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/3/C/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">or equipment</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">the device</quotedText>” each place it appears; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/3/C/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the fourth sentence, by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">or equipment</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">device</quotedText>” each place it appears; and</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (h)—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/4/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (1), by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">and marine pollution control device equipment</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">marine sanitation device</quotedText>”;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/4/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (2), by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">or any certified marine pollution control device equipment or element of design of such equipment</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">such device</quotedText>”;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/4/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by redesignating paragraphs (1) through (4) as subparagraphs (A) through (D), respectively, and indenting the subparagraphs appropriately;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/4/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">(h) After</quotedText>” and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="h">“(h) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Sale and Resale of Properly Equipped Vessels; Operability of Certified Marine Sanitation Devices.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to paragraph (2), after”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/b/4/E" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Effect of subsection.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Nothing in this subsection requires certification of a marine pollution control device for use on any vessel of the Armed Forces.”</content>
</paragraph></quotedContent>.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Enforcement Authority.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/c/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 312(k) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1322(k)) is amended—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/c/1/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking the second sentence and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">States.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">This section may be enforced by a State or political subdivision of a State (including the attorney general of a State), including by filing a civil action in an appropriate Federal district court to enforce any violation of subsection (p).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Jurisdiction.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The appropriate Federal district court shall have jurisdiction with respect to a civil action filed pursuant to subparagraph (A), without regard to the amount in controversy or the citizenship of the parties—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to enforce the requirements of this section; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to apply appropriate civil penalties under this section or section 309(d), as appropriate.”</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph></quotedContent>;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/c/1/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">(k) The provisions of this</quotedText>” and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="k">“(k) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Enforcement Authority.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administrator.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">This section shall be enforced by the Administrator, to the extent provided in section 309.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Secretary.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">This”</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/c/1/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (2) (as so designated)—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/c/1/C/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subparagraph (A), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">operating and he may utilize by agreement</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">operating, who may use, by agreement</quotedText>”; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/c/1/C/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Inspections.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">For purposes of ensuring compliance with this section, the Secretary—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">may carry out an inspection (including the taking of ballast water samples) of any vessel at any time; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">shall—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">establish procedures for—</chapeau>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">reporting violations of this section; and</content>
</item>
<item style="-uslm-dtd:item" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">accumulating evidence regarding those violations; and</content>
</item>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">use appropriate and practicable measures of detection and environmental monitoring of vessels.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Detention.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may detain a vessel if the Secretary—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">has reasonable cause to believe that the vessel—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">has failed to comply with an applicable requirement of this section; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">is being operated in violation of such a requirement; and</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Secretary provides to the owner or operator of the vessel a notice of the intent to detain.”</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph></quotedContent>.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/c/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Preservation of federal enforcement authority.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 309 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1319) is amended—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/c/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (a)(3), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">318</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">312(p), 318</quotedText>”;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/c/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (c), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">318</quotedText>” each place it appears and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">312(p), 318</quotedText>”;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/c/2/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (d), in the first sentence—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/c/2/C/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">318</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">312(p), 318,</quotedText>”; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/c/2/C/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">State,,</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">State,</quotedText>”; and</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/c/2/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (g)(1)(A), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">318</quotedText>” and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">312(p), 318</quotedText>”.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/c/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Preservation of public enforcement authority.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 505(f) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1365(f)) is amended by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">(5) certification</quotedText>” and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting the following: “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">(5) a standard of performance or requirement under section 312(p); (6) a certification under section 401; (7) a permit or condition of a permit issued under section 402 that is in effect under this Act (including a requirement applicable by reason of section 313); or (8) a regulation under section 405(d).</quotedText>”.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/c/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Review.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 509(b) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1369(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Discharges incidental to normal operation of vessels.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in subparagraph (B), any interested person may file a petition for review of a final agency action under section 312(p) of the Administrator or the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating in accordance with the requirements of this subsection.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Venue exception.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to section 312(p)(7)(C)(v), a petition for review of a final agency action under section 312(p) of the Administrator or the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating may be filed only in the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit.”</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Logbook Requirements.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 11301(b) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="13">“(13) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">when a vessel fails to carry out ballast water management requirements as applicable and pursuant to regulations promulgated by the Secretary, including when the vessel fails to carry out ballast water management requirements due to an allowed safety exemption, a statement regarding the failure to comply and the circumstances under which the failure occurred, made immediately after the failure, when practicable to do so.”</content>
</paragraph></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/e" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="e">(e) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Quagga Mussel.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 42(a)(1) of title 18, United States Code, is amended, in the first sentence, by inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">of the quagga mussel of the species Dreissena rostriformis or Dreissena bugensis;</quotedText>” after “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Dreissena polymorpha;</quotedText>”.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="f">(f) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t16/s4729">16 U.S.C. 4729</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Coastal Aquatic Invasive Species Mitigation Grant Program and Mitigation Fund.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this subsection:</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/1/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Coastal zone.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">coastal zone</quotedText>” has the meaning given the term in section 304 of the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. 1453).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/1/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Eligible entity.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">eligible entity</quotedText>” means—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/1/B/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a State;</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/1/B/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a unit of local government;</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/1/B/iii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an Indian Tribe;</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/1/B/iv" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a nongovernmental organization; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/1/B/v" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an institution of higher education.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/1/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exclusive economic zone.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Exclusive Economic Zone</quotedText>” means the Exclusive Economic Zone of the United States, as established by Presidential Proclamation 5030, dated March 10, 1983 (16 U.S.C. 1453 note).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/1/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Foundation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Foundation</quotedText>” means the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation established by section 2(a) of the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3701(a)).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/1/E" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Fund.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Fund</quotedText>” means the Coastal Aquatic Invasive Species Mitigation Fund established by paragraph (3)(A).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/1/F" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Program.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Program</quotedText>” means the Coastal Aquatic Invasive Species Mitigation Grant Program established under paragraph (2)(A).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/1/G" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Secretary.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Secretary</quotedText>” means the Secretary of Commerce.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Grant program.—</heading>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary and the Foundation shall establish a program, to be known as the “Coastal Aquatic Invasive Species Mitigation Grant Program”, under which the Secretary and the Foundation shall award grants to eligible entities in accordance with this paragraph.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Purposes.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The purposes of the Program are—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/B/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">to improve the understanding, prevention, and mitigation of, and response to, aquatic invasive species in—</chapeau>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/B/i/I" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the coastal zone; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/B/i/II" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Exclusive Economic Zone;</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to support the prevention and mitigation of impacts from aquatic invasive species in the coastal zone; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/B/iii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to support the restoration of Pacific Island habitats, marine, estuarine, and Great Lakes environments in the coastal zone and the Exclusive Economic Zone that are impacted by aquatic invasive species.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Use of grants.—</heading>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/C/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A grant awarded under the Program shall be used for an activity to carry out the purposes of the Program, including an activity—</chapeau>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/C/i/I" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to develop and implement procedures and programs, including permissible State ballast water inspection programs, to prevent, detect, control, mitigate, and rapidly or progressively eradicate aquatic invasive species in the coastal zone or the Exclusive Economic Zone, particularly in areas with high numbers of established aquatic invasive species;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/C/i/II" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to restore habitat impacted by an aquatic invasive species;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/C/i/III" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to develop new shipboard and land-based ballast water treatment system technologies and performance standards to prevent the introduction of aquatic invasive species;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/C/i/IV" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to develop mitigation measures to protect natural and cultural living resources, including shellfish, from the impacts of aquatic invasive species; or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/C/i/V" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="V">(V) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to develop mitigation measures to protect infrastructure, such as hydroelectric infrastructure, from aquatic invasive species.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/C/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Prohibition on funding litigation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">A grant awarded under the Program may not be used to fund litigation in any matter.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administration.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Foundation, in consultation with the Secretary, shall establish the following:</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/D/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Application and review procedures for awarding grants under the Program.</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/D/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Approval procedures for awarding grants under the Program, including a requirement for consultation with—</chapeau>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/D/ii/I" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Secretary of the Interior; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/D/ii/II" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Administrator.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/D/iii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Performance accountability and monitoring measures for activities funded by a grant awarded under the Program.</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/D/iv" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Procedures and methods to ensure accurate accounting and appropriate administration of grants awarded under the Program, including standards of recordkeeping.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/E" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Matching requirement.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each eligible entity that receives a grant under the Program shall provide, in cash or through in-kind contributions from non-Federal sources, matching funds to carry out the activities funded by the grant in an amount equal to not less than 25 percent of the cost of the activities.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/2/F" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Funding.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary and the Foundation are authorized to use the amounts available in the Fund to award grants under the Program.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Mitigation fund.—</heading>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/3/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There is established in the Treasury of the United States a trust fund, to be known as the “Coastal Aquatic Invasive Species Mitigation Fund”, consisting of such amounts as are appropriated or credited to the Fund in accordance with this paragraph or section 9602 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/3/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Transfers to fund.—</heading>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/3/B/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Appropriation.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There is authorized to be appropriated from the Treasury to the Fund, for each fiscal year, an amount equal to the amount of penalties assessed for violations of subsection (p) of section 312 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1322) during the preceding fiscal year.</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/3/B/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Additional authorization.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">In addition to the amounts transferred to the Fund under clause (i), there is authorized to be appropriated to the Fund $5,000,000 for each fiscal year.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/f/3/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Use of fund.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Subject to appropriations, the amounts in the Fund shall be available to the Secretary and the Foundation to award grants under the Program.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="g">(g) </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t16/s4730">16 U.S.C. 4730</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Invasive Species Program.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Definitions.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In this subsection:</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/1/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Administrator.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Administrator</quotedText>” means the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/1/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Aquatic nuisance species.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">aquatic nuisance species</quotedText>” has the meaning given that term in subsection (p)(1) of section 312 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1322).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/1/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Director.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Director</quotedText>” means the Director of the Great Lakes National Program Office established by section 118(b) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1268(b)).</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/1/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Great lakes and lake champlain systems.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Systems</quotedText>” includes—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/1/D/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Lake Champlain; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/1/D/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">all bodies of water (including wetlands) within—</chapeau>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/1/D/ii/I" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Great Lakes System (as defined in section 118(a)(3) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1268(a)(3))); or</content>
</subclause>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/1/D/ii/II" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Lake Champlain drainage basin (as defined in section 120(g) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1270(g))).</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/1/E" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Program.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The term “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Program</quotedText>” means the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Invasive Species Program established under paragraph (2)(A).</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Establishment of program.—</heading>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Administrator shall establish within the Great Lakes National Program Office a program, to be known as the “Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Invasive Species Program”—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/A/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in collaboration with—</chapeau>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/A/i/I" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/A/i/II" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/A/i/III" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Director of the United States Geological Survey; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/A/i/IV" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="IV">(IV) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating; and</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in consultation with—</chapeau>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/A/ii/I" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the head of Great Lakes Aquatic Nonindigenous Species Information System of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/A/ii/II" style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the head of Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Purposes.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The purposes of the Program shall be—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/B/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to monitor for the introduction and spread of aquatic nuisance species into or within the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Systems;</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to detect newly introduced aquatic nuisance species prior to the establishment of the aquatic nuisance species in the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Systems;</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/B/iii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to inform, and assist with, management and response actions to prevent or stop the establishment or spread of an aquatic nuisance species;</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/B/iv" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to establish a watch list of candidate aquatic nuisance species that may be introduced or spread, and that may survive and establish, within the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Systems;</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/B/v" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="v">(v) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to monitor vectors likely to be contributing to the introduction or spread of aquatic nuisance species, including ballast water operations;</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/B/vi" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vi">(vi) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to work collaboratively with the Federal, State, local, and Tribal agencies to develop criteria for prioritizing and distributing monitoring efforts;</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/B/vii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="vii">(vii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to develop, achieve type approval for, and pilot shipboard or land-based ballast water management systems installed on, or available for use by, commercial vessels operating solely within the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Systems to prevent the spread of aquatic nuisance species populations within the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Systems; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/2/B/viii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="viii">(viii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to facilitate meaningful Federal and State implementation of the regulatory framework in this subsection, including monitoring, shipboard education, inspection, and compliance conducted by States.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Methodology.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Program shall seek—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/3/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">to build on—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/3/A/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">existing aquatic nuisance species monitoring efforts; and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/3/A/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">efforts to develop criteria for prioritizing and distributing monitoring efforts, geographically and among taxa, in the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Systems;</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/3/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to advance early detection and monitoring, and capacity to control the establishment and spread, of aquatic nuisance species within the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Systems;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/3/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to identify opportunities to interdict the introduction and spread of aquatic nuisance species through sound science and technological advancements;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/3/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to assess the risk of aquatic nuisance species introduction and spread via the range of vectors active within the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Systems;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/3/E" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to advance the development of type-approved ballast water management system (as defined in subsection (p)(1) of section 312 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1322) equipment for commercial, non-seagoing vessels that operate solely within the Great Lakes System (as defined in section 118(a)(3) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1268(a)(3)));</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/3/F" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="F">(F) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">to immediately make available to the public information regarding—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/3/F/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the detection of new aquatic nuisance species within the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Systems; or</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/3/F/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the spread of aquatic nuisance species within the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Systems;</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/3/G" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="G">(G) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to annually submit to appropriate individuals and entities in each affected region a report describing the findings and activities of the Program;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/3/H" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="H">(H) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to identify roles and responsibilities of Federal agencies in aquatic nuisance species monitoring and response; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/3/I" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide resource assistance to States implementing State-level programs to enter into partnerships with Federal agencies in enforcing the requirements under subsection (p) of section 312 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1322).</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Collaboration.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">In carrying out and developing the Program, the Director shall collaborate with—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/4/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">applicable Federal, State, local, and Tribal agencies; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/4/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">such other research entities or stakeholders as the Director determines to be appropriate.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/5" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Data availability.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Director shall—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/5/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">make the data collected under the Program available on a publicly accessible internet website, including in an annual summary report; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/5/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in coordination with the entities identified under paragraph (4), develop communication and notification protocols for the purpose of communicating the range of aquatic nuisance species and any identification of a new aquatic nuisance species introduced to the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Systems.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/6" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="6">(6) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report to congress.—</heading>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/6/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than December 31, 2019, the Director shall submit to Congress a report summarizing the outcomes of activities carried out under the Program.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/6/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Contents.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The report under subparagraph (A) shall include—</chapeau>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/6/B/i" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">a description of activities carried out under the Program, including an explanation of how those activities help to achieve the purposes described in paragraph (2)(B);</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/6/B/ii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">an analysis of Federal, State, and local efforts to enhance multidisciplinary approaches to achieve the purposes described in paragraph (2)(B);</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/6/B/iii" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iii">(iii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">recommendations relating to activities that would contribute to achievement of the purposes described in paragraph (2)(B); and</content>
</clause>
<clause identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/6/B/iv" style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="iv">(iv) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">recommendations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Program.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/g/7" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="7">(7) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Authorization of appropriations.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out the Program $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2019 through 2023.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/h" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="h">(h) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Technical and Conforming Amendments.—</heading>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/h/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 1102(f) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4712(f)) is amended by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Ballast water reporting requirements.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The owner or operator of a vessel subject to this title shall submit to the National Ballast Information Clearinghouse, by not later than 6 hours after the arrival of the vessel at a United States port or place of destination, the ballast water management report form approved by the Office of Management and Budget numbered OMB 1625-0069 (or a successor form), unless the vessel is operating exclusively on a voyage between ports or places within contiguous portions of a single Captain of the Port Zone.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Multiple discharges.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The owner or operator of a vessel subject to this title may submit a single report under subparagraph (A) for multiple ballast water discharges within a single port or place of destination during the same voyage.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Advance report to states.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">A State may require the owner or operator of a vessel subject to this title to submit directly to the State, or to an appropriate regional forum, a ballast water management report form—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">not later than 24 hours prior to arrival at a United States port or place of destination in the State, if the voyage of the vessel is anticipated to exceed 24 hours; or</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">before departing the port or place of departure, if the voyage of the vessel to the United States port or place of destination is not anticipated to exceed 24 hours.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">“(3) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Vessel reporting data.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Dissemination to states.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">On receipt of a ballast water management report under paragraph (2), the National Ballast Information Clearinghouse shall—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the case of a form submitted electronically, immediately disseminate the report to interested States; or</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the case of a form submitted by means other than electronically, disseminate the report to interested States as soon as practicable.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Availability to public.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 30 days after the date of receipt of a ballast water management report under paragraph (2), the National Ballast Information Clearinghouse shall make the data in the report fully and readily available to the public in a searchable and fully retrievable electronic format.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">“(4) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Report.—</heading>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than July 1, 2019, and annually thereafter, the Secretary shall prepare and submit a report in accordance with this paragraph.</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Contents.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Each report under this paragraph shall synthesize and analyze the data described in paragraph (1) for the preceding 2-year period to evaluate nationwide status and trends relating to—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">ballast water delivery and management; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">invasions of aquatic nuisance species resulting from ballast water.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Development.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall prepare each report under this paragraph in consultation and cooperation with—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Task Force; and</content>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Smithsonian Institution (acting through the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center).</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Submission.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary shall—</chapeau>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="i">“(i) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">submit each report under this paragraph to—</chapeau>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="I">“(I) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Task Force;</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="II">“(II) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate; and</content>
</subclause>
<subclause style="-uslm-dtd:subclause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="III">“(III) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives; and</content>
</subclause>
</clause>
<clause style="-uslm-dtd:clause" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">make each report available to the public.</content>
</clause>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="5">“(5) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Working group.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this paragraph, the Secretary shall establish a working group, including members from the National Ballast Information Clearinghouse and States with ballast water management programs, to establish a process for compiling and readily sharing Federal and State commercial vessel reporting and enforcement data regarding compliance with this Act.”</content>
</paragraph></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/h/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 1205 of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4725) is amended—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/h/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the third sentence, by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Compliance</quotedText>” and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Effect of Compliance.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Compliance”</content>
</subsection></quotedContent>;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/h/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the second sentence, by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Nothing</quotedText>” and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Effect of Title.—</heading>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In general.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Except as provided in paragraph (2), nothing”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/h/2/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the first sentence, by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">All actions</quotedText>” and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Consistency With Environmental Laws.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">All actions”</content>
</subsection></quotedContent>; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s903/h/2/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (b) (as so designated), by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Exception.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Any discharge incidental to the normal operation of a vessel, including any discharge of ballast water (as those terms are defined in subsections (a) and (p)(1) of section 312 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1322)), shall be regulated in accordance with that section.”</content>
</paragraph></quotedContent>.</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s904" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="904">SEC. 904. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">INFORMATION ON TYPE APPROVAL CERTIFICATES. </heading>
<chapeau class="block" style="-uslm-dtd:text">Unless otherwise prohibited by law, the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall, upon request by any State, the District of Columbia, any Indian Tribe, or any territory of the United States, provide all data possessed by the Coast Guard for a ballast water management system with a type approval certificate approved by the Coast Guard pursuant to subpart 162.060 of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, as in effect on the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025 pertaining to—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s904/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">challenge water (as defined in section 162.060–3 of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, as in effect on the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025) quality characteristics;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s904/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">post-treatment water quality characteristics;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s904/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">challenge water (as defined in section 162.060–3 of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, as in effect on the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025) biologic organism concentrations data; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tIX/s904/4" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="4">(4) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">post-treatment water biologic organism concentrations data.</content>
</paragraph>
</section>
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="X">TITLE X—</num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">HYDROGRAPHIC SERVICES AND OTHER MATTERS </heading>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1001" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1001">SEC. 1001. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">REAUTHORIZATION OF HYDROGRAPHIC SERVICES IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 1998. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1001/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Reauthorizations.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 306 of the Hydrographic Services Improvement Act of 1998 (33 U.S.C. 892d) is amended—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1001/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in the matter before paragraph (1), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">There are</quotedText>” and inserting the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">“(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">There are”</content>
</subsection></quotedContent>;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1001/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">in subsection (a) (as designated by paragraph (1))—</chapeau>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1001/a/2/A" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (1), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">surveys—</quotedText>” and all that follows through the end of the paragraph and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">surveys, $70,814,000 for each of fiscal years 2019 through 2023.</quotedText>”;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1001/a/2/B" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (2), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">vessels—</quotedText>” and all that follows through the end of the paragraph and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">vessels, $25,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2019 through 2023.</quotedText>”;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1001/a/2/C" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (3), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Administration—</quotedText>” and all that follows through the end of the paragraph and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">Administration, $29,932,000 for each of fiscal years 2019 through 2023.</quotedText>”;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1001/a/2/D" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (4), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">title—</quotedText>” and all that follows through the end of the paragraph and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">title, $26,800,000 for each of fiscal years 2019 through 2023.</quotedText>”; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1001/a/2/E" style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">in paragraph (5), by striking “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">title—</quotedText>” and all that follows through the end of the paragraph and inserting “<quotedText style="-uslm-dtd:quote">title, $30,564,000 for each of fiscal years 2019 through 2023.</quotedText>”; and</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1001/a/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">“(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Arctic Programs.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of the amount authorized by this section for each fiscal year—</chapeau>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">“(1) </num><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">$10,000,000 is authorized for use in the Arctic—</chapeau>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="A">“(A) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to acquire hydrographic data;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="B">“(B) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to provide hydrographic services;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="C">“(C) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to conduct coastal change analyses necessary to ensure safe navigation;</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="D">“(D) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to improve the management of coastal change; and</content>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph style="-uslm-dtd:subparagraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="E">“(E) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">to reduce risks of harm to subsistence and coastal communities associated with increased international maritime traffic; and</content>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
<paragraph style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">“(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">$2,000,000 is authorized for use to acquire hydrographic data and provide hydrographic services in the Arctic necessary to delineate the United States extended Continental Shelf.”</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1001/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation on Administrative Expenses for Surveys.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Section 306 of such Act (33 U.S.C. 892d) is further amended by adding at the end the following:<quotedContent style="-uslm-dtd:quoted-block">
<subsection style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">“(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Limitation on Administrative Expenses for Surveys.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Of amounts authorized by this section for each fiscal year for contract hydrographic surveys, not more than 5 percent is authorized for administrative costs associated with contract management.”</content>
</subsection></quotedContent>.</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1002" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1002">SEC. 1002. </num><editorialNote role="uscRef" style="-uslm-dtd:usc-reference"><b>[</b><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s892">33 U.S.C. 892 note</ref><b>]</b> </editorialNote><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">SYSTEM FOR TRACKING AND REPORTING ALL-INCLUSIVE COST OF HYDROGRAPHIC SURVEYS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1002/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">In General.—</heading><chapeau style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Commerce shall—</chapeau>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1002/a/1" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1">(1) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">develop and implement a system to track and report the full cost to the Department of Commerce of hydrographic data collection, including costs relating to vessel acquisition, vessel repair, and administration of contracts to procure data;</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1002/a/2" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="2">(2) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">evaluate measures for comparing cost per unit effort in addition to measures of cost per nautical square mile; and</content>
</paragraph>
<paragraph identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1002/a/3" style="-uslm-dtd:paragraph" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="3">(3) </num><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report on which additional measures for comparing cost per unit effort the Secretary intends to use and the rationale for such use.</content>
</paragraph>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1002/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Development of Strategy for Increased Contracting With Nongovernmental Entities for Hydrographic Data Collection.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 180 days after the date on which the Secretary completes the activities required by subsection (a), the Secretary shall develop a strategy for how the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will increase contracting with nongovernmental entities for hydrographic data collection in a manner that is consistent with the requirements of the Ocean and Coastal Mapping Integration Act (Public Law 111-11; 33 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.).</content>
</subsection>
</section>
<section identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1003" style="-uslm-dtd:section" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="1003">SEC. 1003. </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">HOMEPORT OF CERTAIN RESEARCH VESSELS. </heading>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1003/a" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="a">(a) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Acceptance of Funds Authorized.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary of Commerce may accept non-Federal funds for the purpose of the construction of a new port facility, including obtaining such cost estimates, designs, and permits as may be necessary to facilitate the homeporting of the R/V FAIRWEATHER in accordance with title II of the Departments of Commerce, Justice, and State, the Judiciary, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2002 (Public Law 107-77; 115 Stat. 775) at a location that during such homeporting shall be under the administrative jurisdiction of the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1003/b" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="b">(b) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Strategic Plan Required.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall develop and submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a strategic plan for implementing subsection (a).</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1003/c" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="c">(c) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Acceptance of Funds Authorized.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">The Secretary may accept non-Federal funds for the purpose of the construction of a new port facility, including obtaining such cost estimates, designs, and permits as may be necessary to facilitate the homeporting of a new, existing, or reactivated research vessel in the city of St. Petersburg, Florida, at a location that during such homeporting shall be under the administrative jurisdiction of the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere.</content>
</subsection>
<subsection identifier="/us/sComp/115/282/tX/s1003/d" style="-uslm-dtd:subsection" styleType="OLC">
<num style="-uslm-dtd:enum" value="d">(d) </num><heading style="-uslm-dtd:header">Strategic Plan Required.—</heading><content style="-uslm-dtd:text">Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall develop and submit to Congress a strategic plan for construction or acquisition of the facilities needed to allow for an oceanographic research vessel to be homeported in St. Petersburg, Florida. The strategic plan shall include an estimate of funding needed to construct such facilities.</content>
</subsection>
</section>