⚓Coast Guard's Temporary Safety and Security Zone Regulations Explained
This document provides notification of substantive rules issued by the Coast Guard that were made temporarily effective but expired before they could be published in the Federal Register. This document lists temporary safety zones, security zones, and special local regulations, all of limited duration and for which timely publication in the Federal Register was not possible. This document also announces notifications of enforcement for existing reoccurring regulations that we issued but were unable to be published before the enforcement period ended.
Learn More🛡️Coast Guard Enforces Security Zone for Presidential Inauguration
The Coast Guard will enforce a security zone along the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers and adjacent waters at Washington, DC to protect government officials, mitigate potential terrorist acts, and enhance public and maritime safety and security in the days leading up to and after the 60th Presidential Inauguration. During the enforcement period, entry into or remaining within the security zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port or his designated representative.
Learn More🚫Security Zone Enforcement Notification for DC Rivers, January 2025
The Coast Guard will enforce a security zone along the Potomac River, Anacostia River, and adjacent waters at Washington, DC, for the State Funeral for former President James Carter. This action is necessary to protect government officials, mitigate potential terrorist acts and incidents, and enhance public and maritime safety and security immediately before, during, and after this activity. During the enforcement period, entry into or remaining within the zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port or their designated representative.
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