148.505—How do I apply for an exemption?
(a)
Any person required to comply with a requirement in this subchapter may submit a petition for exemption from that requirement.
(b)
The petition must be submitted in writing to the Commandant (CG-5) and the MARAD Administrator.
(c)
The Commandant (CG-5) may require the petition to provide an alternative to the requirement.