Question 3059 Deck General

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The agency most concerned with a stowaway is _______________.

A Customs
B Immigration
C Public Health
D U.S.D.A.
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) Immigration. When a stowaway is discovered on a vessel, the primary agency responsible for handling the situation is the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which is part of the Department of Homeland Security. Immigration authorities are concerned with the legal status of the stowaway and whether they have the proper documentation to enter the United States. The other options are incorrect because Customs is primarily responsible for collecting duties and enforcing trade regulations, Public Health handles medical and sanitary issues, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) deals with the importation of agricultural products, not stowaways.

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