The following bulletin was released by the U.S. Coast Guard. American Maritime Officers members and applicants who have emergency credentialing issues should contact AMO Vice President for Government Relations Christian Spain or AMO Assistant Vice President for Government Relations Alaina Basciano.
Lapse in Appropriations and Government Shutdown
Due to the government shutdown, the National Maritime Center (NMC) and all Regional Examination Centers (RECs) are closed until further notice. Customer walk-in service at the RECs is suspended. Examinations and other REC appointments are cancelled.
The following limited operations will be maintained in support of National Defense requirements:
* Our Customer Service Center will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday.
* The NMC website will provide updates on NMC and REC operating status.
* For questions regarding credentialing issues related to National Defense, marine employers are advised to contact our Customer Service Center.
Contact our Customer Service Center via the NMC online chat system (available via a link on the NMC website above), by or by calling 1-888-IASKNMC (427-5662).
The NMC understands the shutdown will affect our industry customers and stakeholders, and we apologize for any potential inconvenience.
Sincerely,
Patrick A. Drayer
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard
Officer in Charge, Marine Inspections