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Special Local Regulation; Galveston Channel, Galveston, TX

The Coast Guard published this final rule in the Federal Register on September 5, 2024. It took effect on September 21, 2024.

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What the agency says

The Coast Guard is establishing a special local regulation for navigable waters within the Galveston Ship Channel. The special local regulation is needed to safely align and navigate vessels for the Texian Navy Day Parade. Entry of non-participants into the pre-staging and parade transit zones is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Houston-Galveston (COTP). Those in the regulated area must comply with all lawful orders or directions given to them by the COTP or the designated representative.

Key facts

Document number
2024-19908
Type
Final rule
Action
Temporary final rule
Agency
Homeland Security Department; Coast Guard
Published
September 5, 2024
Takes effect
September 21, 2024
Dates
This rule is effective from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on September 21, 2024.
Docket
Docket Number USCG-2024-0766
Regulation ID (RIN)
1625-AA08
Code of Federal Regulations
33 CFR 100
Topics
Harbors; Marine safety; Navigation (water); Reporting and recordkeeping requirements; Security measures; Waterways
Pages
3

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