Rule 19 May 2025 coast guard, navigation (water), york river, security measures, safety, waterways, harbors, compliance, boat race, reporting and recordkeeping requirements, marine safety, regulation

🚤Special Local Regulation for York River Boat Race by Coast Guard

The Coast Guard is establishing a special local regulation for certain waters on the York River in Yorktown, VA. This action is necessary to provide for the safety of life on these navigable waters during an annual high-speed boat race. This rulemaking prohibits persons and vessels from entering the regulated area when it is subject to enforcement unless authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Virginia or a designated representative.

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Proposed Rule 23 Apr 2025 marine events, navigation (water), regulation, waterways, boating safety, york river, harbors, coast guard, reporting and recordkeeping requirements, marine safety, small businesses, security measures

⛵Proposed Regulation for Special Local Regulation on York River

The Coast Guard is proposing to establish a special local regulation for certain waters on the York River in Yorktown, VA. This action is necessary to provide for the safety of life on these navigable waters during an annual high-speed boat race. This proposed rulemaking would prohibit persons and vessels from entering the regulated area unless authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Virginia or a designated representative. We invite your comments on this proposed rulemaking.

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