USC › Title 46 › §1451146 U.S.C. § 14511Verified against govinfo.gov as of June 20, 2026View official text on govinfo.gov ↗Copy linkThis subchapter applies to a vessel described in section 14501 of this title if—(1)the owner requests; or(2)the vessel is—(A)self-propelled;(B)at least 24 meters (79 feet) overall in length; and(C)not operated only for pleasure.