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Rule2026-103922026-05-26

Special Local Regulation, Temporary Anchorage Ground Suspension, and Safety and Security Zones: Sail Boston, 250th Anniversary 2026; Boston Harbor, Boston, MA.

Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard

Abstract

The Coast Guard is establishing temporary regulations, including special local regulations and multiple safety and security zones, and to temporarily suspend certain anchorage grounds in Boston Harbor, Boston, MA between July 10 and July 16, 2026. These regulations are necessary to promote the safe navigation of vessels and safety of life during `Sail Boston,' a gathering of tall ships and military ships to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States.

Action & Dates

Action
Temporary final rule.
Dates
Effective July 10, 2026, 33 CFR 110.138, (Boston Harbor, Mass.), is stayed until July 17, 2026. The regulations at 33 CFR 100.T0199- 0707, 33 CFR 165.T01-0707 and 33 CFR 165.T01-1162 are effective from July 10, 2026, through July 16, 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.
Effective Date
2026-07-10

CFR References

Topics

Anchorage groundsHarborsMarine safetyNavigation (water)Reporting and recordkeeping requirementsSecurity measuresWaterways

Document Excerpt

Document Headings Document headings vary by document type but may contain the following: the agency or agencies that issued and signed a document the number of the CFR title and the number of each part the document amends, proposes to amend, or is directly related to the agency docket number / agency internal file number the RIN which identifies each regulatory action listed in the Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions See the Document Drafting Handbook for more details. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard 33 CFR Parts 100, 110, and 165 [Docket Number USCG-2025-0707 RIN 1625-AA08, AA01, AA87 AGENCY: Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Temporary final rule. SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is establishing temporary regulations, including special local regulations and multiple safety and security zones, and to temporarily suspend certain anchorage grounds in Boston Harbor, Boston, MA between July 10 and July 16, 2026. These regulations are necessary to promote the safe navigation of vessels and safety of life during `Sail Boston,' a gathering of tall ships and military ships to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States. DATES: Effective July 10, 2026, 33 CFR 110.138 , (Boston Harbor, Mass.), is stayed until July 17, 2026. The regulations at 33 CFR 100 .T0199-0707, 33 CFR 165.T01-0707 and 33 CFR 165.T01-1162 are effective from July 10, 2026, through July 16, 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. ADDRESSES: To view available documents, go to https://www.regulations.gov and search for USCG-2025-0707. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions about this rule, contact Mr. Craig Lapiejko, Waterways Management, Coast Guard Northeast District at (571) 607-6314, email craig.d.lapiejko@uscg.mil or call or email Mr. Timo

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Citation: 91 FR 30486