Issues related to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection U.S. Coastwise transportation rule revocation. Maritime and Coast Guard manning provisions in the FY26 National Defense Authorization Act (H.R.3838 and S.2296). Offshore energy development on the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS). Monitor Jones Act activities in the Gulf of Mexico. Monitor and track introduction of Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025 (S.524 and H.R.4275) - issues related to proposed new U.S. offshore manning requirements for foreign flag vessels, anchor handling for MODUs, and new requirements for foreign vessel advance notice and penalties.
Literal federal measure citations: H.R.3838, S.2296, S.524, H.R.4275