I want to be sure I fully understand. So you now have new powers that allow you to exchange information with other agencies, which will enable you to communicate quickly if you find yourself somewhere in the ocean with people who have committed illegal acts. However, you would not be able to intercept them. Your duties are limited to exchanging information. Coast Guard officers will not be armed.
Aren't you concerned about putting your officers in situations of conflict in which they could be attacked if it's known that they can now exchange information? Are your members concerned about this change in mission for Coast Guard officers?