Derelict Vessel Law Update United Fishermen of Alaska received a response from the Department of Administration’s Commissioner Kelley Tshibaka. They will not be delaying implementation on the Derelict Vessel law, but recognize there has not been sufficient time for vessel owners to comply with the new law. The commissioner stated “we will exercise discretion in the near-term...
Category: UFA Updates
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Important Notice to all Vessel Owners!! New Title & Registration Rules
In 2018, the Alaska Legislature changed vessel registration laws. New title & registration requirements are now in effect, which may involve your commercial fishing vessel operating in Alaska waters.
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UFA Alert: New Vessel Registration Requirements Update – June 11, 2019
Update on Derelict Vessel Bill Requirements: Thank you for your patience as we sorted out the logistics of this new law requiring vessels to register with the DMV. In short, SEAFA’s original email was accurate and the new law applies as follows: USCG Documented Vessels are required to register with the DMV; however, you do...