Which of the following statements are true regarding U.S. flag vessel response plans for the carriage of oil?

Correct Answer: Option B — A shipboard oil pollution emergency response plan which includes, but is not limited to, shipboard spill mitigation procedures that must be submitted to the United States Coast Guard for approval.

U.S. flag vessels carrying oil must maintain a USCG-approved Vessel Response Plan (VRP) per 33 CFR 155. This document details shipboard spill mitigation procedures and must be submitted to the Coast Guard for review and approval to ensure the vessel is prepared to handle potential environmental emergencies effectively.