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SUMMARY 



In summary, I believe that the cruise ship industry is making 

 an effort to be responsive to the needs of the marine community 

 and to be in compliance with national and international pollution 

 regulations. The Coast Guard will, however, remain vigilant in 

 its enforcement against all vessels, including passenger vessels, 

 and is ready at any time to assist the marine community in 

 gaining a better understanding of the role they play in 

 protecting our marine environment. This concludes my 

 testimony — I will be happy to answer your questions at this 

 time. 



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