About the Author
After graduating from Georgetown University Law Center and clerking for a federal appeals court judge, I spent a career in the Navy JAG Corps, during which I picked up an LL. M. in Law and Marine Affairs and spent lot of time on Law of the Sea, Oceans Policy, and Rules of Engagement issues. In early 2004, a few years after retirement, I was selected to head up Maritime Protective Services, Inc., a MTSA/ISPS Code training and consulting company with offices in South Florida and England.
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One Small Step for TWIC That Wasn’t?
This morning, my good friend, and renowned blogger, Dennis Bryant reported that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) had erred when it posted that it had received for “regulatory review” a US Coast Guard proposed rule on card reader … Continue reading
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National Maritime Security Advisory Committee Meeting – Part 2
National Maritime Security Advisory Committee Meeting – Part 2 The National Maritime Security Advisory Committee (NMSAC) wrapped up its January meeting this morning, after briefings on (1) attempts to harmonize maritime security regulations and operations with Canada, (2) the progress … Continue reading
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Tagged Canada, CDCs, Counter-Piracy, DHS, Guidance, Meetings, MTSA, NMSAC, Regulations, USCG
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Australia Enhances Maritime Security Identification Card Program
According to a recently released Fact Sheet, the Government of Australia is tightening up its eligibility rules for obtaining an Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC), effective July 1st. Additional “enhancements” of the MSIC Program will become effective December 1st. The … Continue reading
New Nomination for TSA Head: Third Time’s a Charm?
Yesterday, a White House press release1 announced President Obama’s intent to nominate John S. Pistole as Assistant Secretary for the Department of Homeland Security (Transportation Security Administration). This is the President’s third attempt to name a TSA head. Mr. Pistole … Continue reading
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Welcome!
After several years of posting short analyses of news developments relevant to the security of the Maritime Transportation System on various versions of my company’s website, I’ve decided to make the Great Leap Forward into blogging. It strikes me as … Continue reading
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