Which statement correctly describes the SAR reimbursement authorities mentioned?

Which statement correctly describes the SAR reimbursement authorities mentioned?

• A. 14 U.S.C. §654 only
• B. 14 U.S.C. §88 only
• C. Both 14 U.S.C. §654 and 14 U.S.C. §88
• D. Neither

Answer: (C)

Reimbursement for SAR missions can come from more than one statutory authority because the law covers both charging for specific mission costs and handling funds for the services the Coast Guard provides. One section lays out a clear framework for recovering the actual costs of performing search and rescue operations, especially when another agency or entity requests or participates in the mission. The other section provides authority to receive, accept, and credit funds for Coast Guard services in general, which can include reimbursements tied to SAR activities. Taken together, these authorities ensure the Coast Guard can be compensated in different contexts—the direct cost recovery from requesting entities and the broader funding/fee framework for services—so both statutes are applicable.

Reimbursement for SAR missions can come from more than one statutory authority because the law covers both charging for specific mission costs and handling funds for the services the Coast Guard provides. One section lays out a clear framework for recovering the actual costs of performing search and rescue operations, especially when another agency or entity requests or participates in the mission. The other section provides authority to receive, accept, and credit funds for Coast Guard services in general, which can include reimbursements tied to SAR activities. Taken together, these authorities ensure the Coast Guard can be compensated in different contexts—the direct cost recovery from requesting entities and the broader funding/fee framework for services—so both statutes are applicable.