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Safety Zone; Biscayne Bay, Homestead, FL

The Coast Guard published this proposed rule in the Federal Register on February 12, 2024. Comments closed on March 13, 2024.

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What the agency says

The Coast Guard is proposing to establish a safety zone for certain waters of the Biscayne Bay. This action is necessary to provide for the safety of life on these navigable waters near Homestead, FL, during a recurring military exercises that would be enforced approximately 8-12 times per year. The exercises will include military aircraft and watercraft that may pose a danger to the public. This proposed rulemaking would prohibit persons and vessels from being in the safety zone unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Sector Miami or a designated representative. We invite your comments on this proposed rulemaking.

Key facts

Document number
2024-02703
Type
Proposed rule
Action
Notice of proposed rulemaking
Agency
Homeland Security Department; Coast Guard
Published
February 12, 2024
Comments due
March 13, 2024
Dates
Comments and related material must be received by the Coast Guard on or before March 13, 2024.
Docket
Docket Number USCG-2023-0715
Code of Federal Regulations
33 CFR 165
Topics
Harbors; Marine safety; Navigation (water); Reporting and recordkeeping requirements; Security measures; Waterways
Pages
4

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