Coast Guard funding has lapsed due to the partial federal government shutdown, but the service is required to continue some operations and activities.
In general, the Coast Guard will continue operations authorized by law that provide for national security or protect life and property. However, certain administrative functions will be limited, the Coast Guard said in a Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) released yesterday.
Generally, vessels with current COIs will still be inspected as...
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