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U.S. Code as of:
01/19/04
Section 1231. Regulations
(a) In general
In accordance with the provisions of section 553 of title 5, the
Secretary shall issue, and may from time to time amend or repeal,
regulations necessary to implement this chapter.
(b) Procedures
The Secretary, in the exercise of this regulatory authority,
shall establish procedures for consulting with, and receiving and
considering the views of all interested parties, including -
(1) interested Federal departments and agencies,
(2) officials of State and local governments,
(3) representatives of the maritime community,
(4) representatives of port and harbor authorities or
associations,
(5) representatives of environmental groups,
(6) any other interested parties who are knowledgeable or
experienced in dealing with problems involving vessel safety,
port and waterways safety, and protection of the marine
environment, and
(7) 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.
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