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I reviewed the "Initial Statement of Reasons" with particular
attention to the new CPFV category of vessels.  It is my opinion
that the proposed regulation will put most Commercial Passenger
Fishing Vessels out of business as most will not be able to comply
with the regulation, even given the allowable extensions.  The
section "California Employment Impacts" may paint a rosy picture
for shipyard operations and mechanics,  but the many businesses
that support the Commercial Passenger Fishing Vessel industry on a
daily or weekly basis will be negatively impacted.  The CPFV
industry is a small industry with little environmental impact
compared to the other industries that are affected by this
proposal.  I believe that identifying a set of criteria for
providing an exemption for these small businesses will allow them
to continue to operate.  However, I suspect that CARB has little
regard for these small operators and will regulate them out of
existence.