CFR › Title 46 › Part 3 › §3.03-146 CFR §3.03-1Verified against eCFR.gov as of June 20, 2026View official text on eCFR.gov ↗Copy linkThe regulations in this part are applicable to U.S. flag vessels desiring designation as oceanographic research vessels in accordance with 46 U.S.C. 2101.