🌊Impact of Incidental Harassment Authorization on Construction in Oregon
Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental to Specified Activities; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to U.S. Coast Guard Construction in Florence, Oregon
Summary
NMFS has received a request from the United States Coast Guard (USCG) for authorization to take marine mammals incidental to the Station Siuslaw River construction project in Florence, Oregon. Pursuant to the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), NMFS is requesting comments on its proposal to issue an incidental harassment authorization (IHA) to incidentally take marine mammals during the specified activities. NMFS is also requesting comments on a possible one-time, 1-year renewal that could be issued under certain circumstances and if all requirements are met, as described in Request for Public Comments at the end of this notice. NMFS will consider public comments prior to making any final decision on the issuance of the requested MMPA authorization and agency responses will be summarized in the final notice of our decision.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
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The proposed incidental harassment authorization for marine mammals during construction activities by the U.S. Coast Guard has business implications due to potential regulatory compliance requirements for contractors involved in the project. Businesses must consider environmental impacts and necessary mitigation measures linked to the Marine Mammal Protection Act. Comments on these proposals can impact operational timelines and costs.