((a)) ** .—** In accordance with , the Secretary shall issue, and may from time to time amend or repeal, regulations necessary to implement subchapters I through III and this subchapter.

((b)) ** .—** In the exercise of the regulatory authority under subchapters I through III and this subchapter, the Secretary shall consult with, and receive and consider the views of all interested persons, including—

((1)) interested Federal departments and agencies;

((2)) officials of State and local governments;

((3)) representatives of the maritime community;

((4)) representatives of port and harbor authorities or associations;

((5)) representatives of environmental groups;

((6)) any other interested persons who are knowledgeable or experienced in dealing with problems involving vessel safety, port and waterways safety, and protection of the marine environment; and

((7)) advisory committees consisting of all interested segments of the public when the establishment of such committees is considered necessary because the issues involved are highly complex or controversial.