Federal · Title 46 — Shipping
46 U.S.C. § 42302: Investigations
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adversely affect the operations of United States carriers in United States oceanborne trade; and do not exist for foreign carriers of that country in the United States under the laws of the United States or as a result of acts of United States carriers or other persons providing maritime or maritime-related services in the United States. An investigation under subsection (a) may be initiated by the Commission on its own motion or on the petition of any person, including another component of the United States Government. The Commission shall complete an investigation under this section and render a decision within 120 days after it is initiated. However, the Commission may extend this 120-day period for an additional 90 days if the Commission is unable to obtain sufficient information to determine whether a condition specified in subsection (a) exists. A notice providing an extension shall state clearly the reasons for the extension.
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