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  • 2021-02103 — Regulated Navigation Area; Sparkman Channel, Tampa, FL
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    Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 7810
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Coast Guard has decided to remove a regulated navigation area in Sparkman Channel, Tampa, Florida. Initially, the area restricted vessel drafts to protect navigation due to an underwater pipeline, but advancements in technology have rendered these restrictions unnecessary. The change, effective March 4, 2021, aims to eliminate these outdated limitations, and the Coast Guard sees no significant impact on small businesses or the environment. This action is being taken under the authority granted by U.S. law, and no new rules or navigational hurdles are being introduced by this change.

    Simple Explanation

    The Coast Guard decided that ships in Sparkman Channel in Tampa don't need to worry about an old underwater pipeline anymore, so they've removed the rules that limited how deep the ships could go. They checked and believe this won't hurt small businesses or nature.

  • 2024-29448 — Special Local Regulations; Recurring Marine Events, Sector St. Petersburg
    Type:Rule
    Citation:89 FR 100743
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Coast Guard will enforce a special regulation for the Gasparilla parade on January 25, 2025, to ensure safety on the waterways in Tampa, Florida. The regulation prohibits any person or vessel from entering certain areas unless they are part of the parade or have permission from the Coast Guard. This rule affects parts of Hillsborough Bay, Seddon Channel, Sparkman Channel, and the Hillsborough River. The Coast Guard will communicate these restrictions through various means, including bulletins and local notices.

    Simple Explanation

    The Coast Guard is making sure everyone is safe during a big boat parade in Tampa, FL on January 25, 2025, by creating special rules that say boats can't go into certain areas unless they have special permission.