passenger vessel
(22)“passenger vessel” means a vessel of at least 100 gross tons as measured under, or an alternate tonnage measured underas prescribed by the Secretary under— (A)carrying more than 12 passengers, including at least one passenger for hire; (B)that is chartered and carrying more than 12 passengers; (C)that is a submersible vessel carrying at least one passenger for hire; or (D)that is a ferry carrying a passenger.