USCG Regulations, Rules & Policies
MSIB 12-24 Changes to the USCG Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) and Light Lists
MSIB 12-24 Changes to the USCG Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) and Light Lists September 27, 2024 Return to Alerts Page This bulletin announces upcoming changes to the Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) and Light Lists as part of the U.S. Coast Guard Navigation Center efforts to modernize and improve the accessibility, accuracy, and overall…
Read MoreNMSAC to Meet on August 13, 2024 to Discuss Cybersecurity in the Marine Transportation System Proposed Rule and Other Topics
NMSAC to Meet on August 13, 2024 to Discuss Cybersecurity in the Marine Transportation System Proposed Rule and Other Topics Return to Alert Page SUMMARY: The National Maritime Security Advisory Committee (Committee) will conduct a series of meetings over two days in conjunction with the 11th Annual Maritime Security West Conference in San Diego, CA to…
Read MoreCoast Guard Seeks Information About the Ballast Water Recordkeeping and Reporting Procedures
Coast Guard Seeks Information About the Ballast Water Recordkeeping and Reporting Procedures Return to Alert Page Additional Info Attachment : USCG_ballast_water_6-24.pdf
Read MoreUSCG Extends the Renewal Grace Period for a Merchant Mariner Credential from One to Six Years
USCG Extends the Renewal Grace Period for a Merchant Mariner Credential from One to Six Years Return to Alert Page Additional Info Attachment : Temporary Admin Grace Period_.pdf
Read MoreCoast Guard Extends Merchant Mariner Credential Renewal Grace Period to Six Years
Coast Guard Extends Merchant Mariner Credential Renewal Grace Period to Six Years Return to Alert Page Additional Info Attachment : Policy_Letter_01-24_Temporary_MMC_Grace_Period.pdf
Read MoreUSCG Seeks to Modernize Merchant Mariner Credential Application Process
USCG Seeks to Modernize Merchant Mariner Credential Application Process Return to Alert Page Additional Info Attachment : Merchant_Mariner_Modernization_March2024.pdf
Read MoreCoast Guard to Issue New Merchant Mariner Credential on March 1, 2024
Coast Guard to Issue New Merchant Mariner Credential on March 1, 2024 Return to Alert Page The Coast Guard is replacing the Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) passport-style booklet (“Red Book”) with a new credential. The new credential is effective on March 1, 2024, and will be issued to mariners after that date. The age of…
Read MoreCGHQ MSIB 03-23: Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Reader Rule Delayed
CGHQ MSIB 03-23: Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Reader Rule Delayed Return to Alert Page TWIC Reader Rule Delayed
Read MoreCGHQ MSIB 1-23: Reporting Sexual Misconduct on U.S. Vessels
CGHQ MSIB 1-23: Reporting Sexual Misconduct on U.S. Vessels Return to Alert Page Reporting Sexual Misconduct on U.S. Vessels
Read MoreCGHQ MSA 04-22 Change 1: Gateway Handhold Arrangements and Pilot Ladders
CGHQ MSA 04-22 Change 1: Gateway Handhold Arrangements and Pilot Ladders Return to Alert Page Gateway Handhold Arrangements and Pilot Ladders
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