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Special Local Regulation, Temporary Anchorage Ground Suspension, and Security Zones: Sail 4th 250, International Naval Review 250; Port of New York and New Jersey

The Coast Guard published this final rule in the Federal Register on May 18, 2026. It took effect on July 1, 2026.

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What the agency says

The Coast Guard is establishing temporary special local regulations and multiple security zones, and temporarily suspending certain anchorage grounds in New York Harbor, Sandy Hook Bay, and the Hudson River before, during, and after Sail 4th 250 events, the U.S. Navy's International Naval Review 250 and International Aerial Review, and Independence Day fireworks displays to be held between July 1, 2026 and July 9, 2026. These regulations are necessary to promote the safe navigation of vessels and the safety of life and property during these events.

Key facts

Document number
2026-09872
Type
Final rule
Action
Temporary final rules
Agency
Homeland Security Department; Coast Guard
Published
May 18, 2026
Takes effect
July 1, 2026
Dates
Effective July 1, 2026, 33 CFR 110.155(c)(1), (c)(2), (c)(5)(ii), (d)(1), (d)(2), (d)(3), (d)(4), (d)(5), (d)(7), (d)(8), (d)(11), (d)(12), (d)(13), (d)(14), (d)(15), (e)(1), (m)(2), and (m)(3) are stayed until July 9, 2026. The regulations at 33 CFR 100.T0199-0903 and 33 CFR 165.T01-0903 are effective from July 1, 2026, through July 9, 2026. In some cases, portions of the rules will only be subject to enforcement during specified periods and these enforcement periods are identified in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section and in the regulatory text.
Docket
Docket Number USCG-2025-0903
Regulation ID (RIN)
1625-AA08
Code of Federal Regulations
33 CFR 100; 33 CFR 110; 33 CFR 165
Topics
Anchorage grounds; Harbors; Marine safety; Navigation (water); Reporting and recordkeeping requirements; Security measures; Waterways
Pages
26

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