### Question
What is the definition of Maritime Administration authorization request?


### Answer
The definition of **Maritime Administration authorization request** is as follows in *46 U.S.C. § 50111*:

> a proposal for legislation that, for a fiscal year—


(1) recommends authorizations of appropriations for the Maritime Administration for that fiscal year, including with respect to matters described in subsection [1](#50111_1_target) 109(j) of title 49 or authorized in subtitle V of this title

#### Citation:
  - *46 U.S.C. § 50111*
  - Heading: **Subtitle V-Merchant Marine > Part A-General > CHAPTER 501-POLICY, STUDIES, AND REPORTS**

