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In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — is interviewed by Lauren Beagen, The Maritime Professor, about my testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.

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Steven Palmer

You can keep your license in continuity. That covers the national license. However, if you let the STCW lapse you are looking at significant time and money to reacquire those endorsements. Right now I'm considering weather to spend $3-5k and 2-3 weeks of time to renew my unlimited Masters, any ocean license with STCW certifications. The financial numbers are IF I can take the courses locally with a daily commute.