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The Coast Guard has extended temporary safety zones around the waters of Port Arthur Canal by the Golden Pass Liquefied Natural Gas Facility in Sabine Pass, Texas. These safety zones are active during high-pressure tests of pipelines to prevent risks to people and vessels from potential explosions and debris. The rule is in effect from January 20, 2023, until June 30, 2025, and entry into the zones is restricted unless specifically permitted by the Captain of the Port, Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur. This action is intended to ensure safety during the tests without significantly impacting small businesses or causing major environmental effects.

The Coast Guard has created a temporary safety zone in Sandusky Bay near the Jackson Street Pier in Sandusky, Ohio. This zone will be in effect from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on December 14, 2024, to protect people and the environment during a fireworks display by the City of Sandusky. People and boats are not allowed to enter this zone unless given explicit permission by the Captain of the Port in Detroit or a designated representative. The rule will ensure safety by preventing possible dangers such as collisions due to falling firework debris.

The Coast Guard has put a temporary safety zone in place on the Patapsco River in Baltimore, Maryland, due to a planned fireworks display for New Year's Eve. This measure is to protect people from potential dangers like accidental fires and dangerous debris during the event. The safety zone will be active from 11:55 p.m. on December 31, 2024, to 12:15 a.m. on January 1, 2025, covering 300 feet around the fireworks barge. Entry is only allowed with permission from the Coast Guard.

The Coast Guard is proposing a rule to set up a safety zone in Cocos Lagoon, Guam, specifically for the annual Cocos Crossing swim event. This zone will be in place to ensure the safety of participants and will cover all navigable waters within 100 yards of the race participants. Only race participants, chase boats, and event organizers will be allowed in this area. Others are prohibited from entering unless they have permission from the Captain of the Port of Guam. The Coast Guard is seeking public comments on this proposal.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has released a final rule to update its filing fees based on costs from Fiscal Year 2020. This update revises the fees FERC charges for various services and is effective as of March 29, 2021. The changes aim to ensure that fees reflect FERC's current expenses and have been verified as not being a major rule according to regulatory standards. The new fees will be communicated to Congress and are detailed in amendments to part 381 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

The Department of Defense has issued a notice about the potential sale of additional missile defense systems to the United Arab Emirates. This sale will include 12 THAAD launchers, support, and upgrade services valued at $1.163 billion, raising the total case value to $8.113 billion. The sale aims to enhance the UAE's defense capabilities and strengthen its partnership with the United States, contributing to regional security and stability. The highest security classification for this sale is SECRET.

The Coast Guard is proposing a temporary special local regulation for the 2021 Gasparilla Marine Parade in Hillsborough Bay, Tampa, Florida, to ensure safety due to a large number of vessels expected. The rule would be in effect on April 17, 2021, and would regulate vessel traffic in the area, allowing for specific exceptions under certain conditions. Comments from the public are welcome until March 8, 2021. This regulation focuses on maintaining safety standards and does not have a significant economic impact on small businesses or require new information collection.

The Coast Guard issued a temporary rule, effective from February 9, 2021, until March 15, 2021, establishing a safety zone on the Lower Mississippi River between mile markers 330 and 360. This safety zone prohibits entry to protect people and property from potential hazards due to the US Army Corps of Engineers' operations in the area. Entry is only allowed with permission from the Captain of the Port Sector Lower Mississippi River or a designated representative, and boaters can request access via VHF-FM radio or telephone. The Coast Guard will inform the public about the enforcement via notices and bulletins.

The Coast Guard, as part of the Department of Homeland Security, has established a temporary safety zone on the Potomac River between the 14th Street Bridge and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. This safety zone is in response to a midair collision between a jet and a helicopter near Reagan Washington National Airport, which resulted in the jet landing in the river. The safety zone is effective from February 7 to February 21, 2025, to protect first responders, vessels, and the public from hazards such as debris and jet fuel. Entry into this zone is prohibited without authorization from the Captain of the Port (COTP) Maryland-National Capital Region or their representative.

The Coast Guard is implementing a permanent safety zone in the waters around Bahia de Ponce, Ponce, Puerto Rico. This safety zone is designed to protect lives during ship-to-ship transfers of liquefied gas, preventing any unauthorized persons or vessels from entering the zone while these operations are active. The safety zone extends 100 yards from the transfer location, and access is only permitted with permission from the Captain of the Port San Juan or a designated Coast Guard official. This new rule becomes effective on March 5, 2021, and aims to ensure navigational safety in this busy maritime area.