Newark, NJ
Contact: Charles A. Licata, Esq.
(973) 491-7693
RELEASE: April 4, 2006

The New Jersey Maritime Pilot and Docking Pilot Commission proposes amendments and new rules to existing regulations

(Trenton) The New Jersey Maritime Pilot and Docking Pilot Commission is proposing amendments and new rules for N.J.A.C. 16:64, the rules governing the licensure and regulation of Maritime Pilots and Docking Pilots in the State of New Jersey.

The proposed new rules would add a subchapter to establish the Commission's oversight authority, including enforcement and adjudication.   The new rules would also set standards for the qualification, licensing, duties and training requirements for docking pilot apprentices.

The proposed rule appeared in the March 20, 2006 issue of the New Jersey Register.  The public has until May 19, 2006 to comment on the proposal.   Persons wishing to comment on the proposal must provide their comments in writing to Timothy J. Dacey, President, The New Jersey Maritime Pilot and Docking Pilot Commission, One Penn Plaza East, 9 th Floor, Newark, NJ 07105.   Fax (973) 491-4352.  

Comments must be postmarked or sent by telefacsimile on or before May 19, 2006, which is the close of the 60-day public comment period.

Comments submitted to the Commission on the proposed rulemaking are public records and are available for public inspection by prior appointment during normal Commission business hours.