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The U.S. Coast Guard plans to submit a request to extend approval for collecting information about vessel safety. This collection involves various forms required under the Coast Guard's Commercial Vessel Safety Program. They are inviting the public to comment on this request before it is finalized. The comments, which are due by May 9, 2025, should address the necessity and impact of this information collection.

The Coast Guard announced the enforcement of a security zone along the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers in Washington, DC, from January 18 to January 21, 2025, during the 60th Presidential Inauguration. This zone is meant to protect government officials and enhance safety and security. Entry into the area is prohibited without authorization from the Coast Guard Captain of the Port, unless you're already berthed when the zone comes into effect. The security zone regulations allow exceptions for necessary law enforcement and other authorized personnel.

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 is implementing a temporary safety zone in the Beaufort River, Beaufort, SC, to ensure safety during a barge-based fireworks display on December 31, 2024. The zone covers a 150-yard radius around the barge and will be enforced from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., or on January 1, 2025, if weather delays the event. This regulation aims to protect people, vessels, and the environment from potential hazards. Entry into the zone is prohibited without permission from the Captain of the Port or their designated representative.

The Coast Guard is implementing a temporary safety zone on the Grand River in Grand Haven, MI, due to the demolition of the J.B. Sims power plant. This zone, which covers all navigable waters within 1,400 feet of the demolition site, is enforced from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on February 5 and 19, 2021, to protect people and vessels from potential hazards. People and vessels are prohibited from entering the area unless they have authorization from the Captain of the Port Lake Michigan. This measure is taken under the authority of the Coast Guard to ensure safety during the demolition process.

The Coast Guard has issued a final rule to create a regulated navigation area around the Port of Miami. This rule sets a slow speed zone for vessels under 50 meters in length in Fisherman's Channel and the Main Ship Channel to reduce navigational hazards and protect vessels in this busy area. The rule, effective from January 29, 2025, aims to improve safety for both passenger and cargo operations by minimizing the risks posed by high-speed vessel traffic. The new measures also allow for better monitoring by law enforcement to ensure compliance and bolster port security.

The U.S. Coast Guard is requesting public comments on an Information Collection Request (ICR) related to the Alternate Compliance Program, a voluntary program for assessing certain vessels. This request is part of a routine process to renew OMB's approval for collecting specific information, which helps the Coast Guard perform its duties more efficiently. People can submit comments online until January 8, 2025, and they are encouraged to share thoughts on the necessity, accuracy, and practicality of the information collected. The Coast Guard values input on how to make the process less burdensome while maintaining its effectiveness.

The U.S. Coast Guard is asking for public comments on its plan to continue collecting information about load lines for certain vessels, a process that makes sure ships are not overloaded. This request is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act, and the Coast Guard wants feedback on how necessary and burdensome this data collection is. Comments must be submitted by April 9, 2025, through the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mailing them to the Coast Guard and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The Coast Guard emphasizes that these comments will help determine whether this information collection should be approved and if there are ways to improve its effectiveness or reduce its burden.

The Coast Guard has created a temporary safety zone to ensure the safety of life during cable laying operations off the coast of Virginia Beach, Virginia. This safety zone, effective from March 2, 2025, to March 1, 2026, will surround a cable laying barge and cover waters up to 1000 yards from the barge, moving as the barge progresses along a corridor out to sea. Mariners and vessels are prohibited from entering this area unless they have permission from the Captain of the Port or a designated representative, who will help communicate safe transit options. This rule ensures that navigational hazards posed by the barge's anchorage configurations are mitigated.

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.