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The Coast Guard has established a temporary safety zone on the Ohio River from mile marker 452.0 to 454.0 near New Richmond, OH, to ensure safety during a planned demolition project. The safety zone will be in effect from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on February 26, 2021, with possible backup dates of February 27 or 28, 2021. During this time, entry, transit, or anchorage within the zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Sector Ohio Valley or an appointed representative. The rule was implemented without prior public notice due to the urgent safety needs posed by the demolition.

The Coast Guard is proposing a temporary safety zone in Corpus Christi Bay and the Corpus Christi Ship Channel during an airshow from April 29 to May 2, 2021. This is to ensure the safety of people and vessels on the water, and no vessel or person will be allowed in the safety zone without permission. The zone will be in effect from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day of the event. The Coast Guard invites public comments on this proposal to help shape the outcome of the rulemaking.

The Coast Guard is removing the safety and security zone for the Pilgrim Nuclear Power Plant in Plymouth, Massachusetts, since the facility has stopped power operations permanently. This change, effective January 16, 2025, is due to the rules no longer being needed because the plant is no longer operational. The removal will affect navigation charts and publications, and related navigation markers will also be taken down. This decision was supported by all commenters and will not significantly impact small enterprises or require new information collections.

The Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Labor have issued a rule to expand the discretionary review authority of the Secretary of Labor to include certain H-2B temporary labor certification cases. This rule allows the Secretary to review cases that are pending before or have been decided by the Board of Alien Labor Certification Appeals (BALCA). The rule is part of a broader effort to ensure that internal processes are properly supervised by the Secretary and is expected to be used mainly for cases of notable importance. Public comments are encouraged, but significant adverse comments could halt the rule's implementation.

The Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security, issued a new rule that expands the existing security zone in the Port of Miami. This extension is designed to cover the new cruise ship terminal that was added in December 2024 and extends the security zone approximately 840 yards eastward along the Miami Main Channel. The rule is effective from December 27, 2024, and aims to ensure safety by restricting access when multiple vessels with potential hazards are present in the zone. The Coast Guard determined this change was necessary to address security concerns and to accommodate the port's expansion.

The Coast Guard has issued a final rule allowing for electronic submission of mariner credential applications and the payment of fees through an online system, aiming to modernize and streamline the process. The rule eliminates the requirement for prospective mariners to take an oath in person, updates certain procedures related to the issuance of credentials, and makes technical amendments like adopting gender-neutral language. The changes, effective January 19, 2025, are designed to improve efficiency and clarity, making it easier for mariners to manage their credentials.

The Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security, has proposed a change to the operating schedule for two bridges over the Savannah River: the Houlihan Bridge in Georgia and the Seaboard System Railroad Bridge near Hardeeville, South Carolina. This change would require a 24-hour advance notice for bridge openings, up from the current three hours, due to fewer opening requests and to allow maintenance crews to be on-site. The proposed rule aims to improve response times for maintenance while still accommodating vessels that do not require the bridges to open. Public comments on the proposal are invited until April 12, 2021.

The Coast Guard is proposing a temporary safety zone around a cable laying barge off the coast of Virginia Beach, Virginia, due to navigational hazards from nearshore operations. This zone extends 1000 yards around the barge and seaward up to 12 nautical miles. The rule aims to ensure the safety of people and vessels near these operations. Unauthorized entry into the zone is prohibited, and the Coast Guard is inviting public comments on this proposal until January 29, 2025.

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), under the Department of Homeland Security, has issued a notice regarding an information collection request for the Office for Bombing Prevention (OBP). They are collecting information and feedback to improve their online network, TRIPwire, which helps bomb technicians and security professionals prevent bomb threats. Public comments on this request are accepted until March 11, 2025. This effort is intended to ensure security by verifying user eligibility for accessing sensitive information shared through TRIPwire.

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, is proposing a new program to collect information for its ChemLock program, which aims to help facilities with dangerous chemicals. This program will provide services like consultations, assessments, and training to improve security measures. CISA has issued a 60-day notice asking for public comments by March 3, 2025, regarding this information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Public feedback will help ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the proposed ChemLock services.