1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Removal Act of 2024 . 2. Abandoned and derelict vessels (a) In general Chapter 47 of title 46, United States Code, is amended— (1) in the chapter heading by striking BARGES and inserting VESSELS ; (2) by inserting before section 4701 the following: I BARGES ; and (3) by adding at the end the following: II NON-BARGE VESSELS 4710. Definitions In this subchapter: (1) Abandon The term abandon means to moor, strand, wreck, sink, or leave a covered vessel unattended for longer than 45 days. (2) Covered vessel The term covered vessel means a vessel that is not a barge to which subchapter I applies. (3) Indian tribe The term Indian Tribe has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act ( 25 U.S.C. 5304 ). 4711. Abandonment of vessels prohibited (a) In general An owner or operator of a covered vessel may not abandon such vessel on the navigable waters of the United States. (b) Determination of abandonment (1) Notification (A) In general With respect to a covered vessel that appears to be abandoned, the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall— (i) attempt to identify the owner using the vessel registration number, hull identification number, or any other information that can be reasonably inferred or gathered; and (ii) notify such owner— (I) of the penalty described in subsection (c); and (II) that the vessel will be removed at the expense of the owner if the Commandant determines that the vessel is abandoned and the owner does not remove or account for the vessel. (B) Form The Commandant shall provide the notice required under subparagraph (A)— (i) if the owner can be identified, via certified mail or other appropriate forms determined by the Commandant