### Question
How is the term participating Fleet vessel defined?


### Answer
The term **participating Fleet vessel** is defined in *46 U.S.C. § 53401* as the following:

> any product tank vessel covered by an operating agreement under this chapter on or after January 1, 2022, that—


(A) meets the requirements of one of paragraphs (1) through (4) of section 53402(b) of this title

#### Citation:
  - *46 U.S.C. § 53401*
  - Heading: **Subtitle V-Merchant Marine > Part C-Financial Assistance Programs > CHAPTER 534-TANKER SECURITY FLEET**

