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we offered to assist small entities in
understanding this rule so that they can
better evaluate its effects on them and
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However, we received no requests for
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Coast Guard will not retaliate against
small entities that question or complain
about this rule or any policy or action
of the Coast Guard.
Collection of Information
This rule will call for no new
collection of information under the
Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44
U.S.C. 3501–3520).
Federalism
A rule has implications for federalism
under Executive Order 13132,
Federalism, if it has a substantial direct
effect on State or local governments and
would either preempt State law or
impose a substantial direct cost of
compliance on them. We have analyzed
this rule under that Order and have
determined that it does not have
implications for federalism.
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Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1531–1538) requires
Federal agencies to assess the effects of
their discretionary regulatory actions. In
particular, the Act addresses actions
that may result in the expenditure by a
State, local, or tribal government, in the
aggregate, or by the private sector of
$100,000,000 or more in any one year.
Though this rule would not result in
such expenditure, we do discuss the
effects of this rule elsewhere in this
preamble.
Taking of Private Property
This rule will not effect a taking of
private property or otherwise have
taking implications under Executive
Order 12630, Governmental Actions and
Interference with Constitutionally
Protected Property Rights.
Civil Justice Reform
This rule meets applicable standards
in sections 3(a) and 3(b)(2) of Executive
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Order 12988, Civil Justice Reform, to
minimize litigation, eliminate
ambiguity, and reduce burden.
Protection of Children
We have analyzed this rule under
Executive Order 13045, Protection of
Children from Environmental Health
Risks and Safety Risks. This rule is not
an economically significant rule and
would not create an environmental risk
to health or risk to safety that might
disproportionately affect children.
Indian Tribal Governments
This rule does not have tribal
implications under Executive Order
13175, Consultation and Coordination
with Indian Tribal Governments,
because it would not have a substantial
direct effect on one or more Indian
tribes, on the relationship between the
Federal Government and Indian tribes,
or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities between the Federal
Government and Indian tribes.
Environment
We have analyzed this rule under
Commandant Instruction M16475.lD,
which guides the Coast Guard in
complying with the National
Environmental Policy Act of 1969
(NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321–4370f), and
have concluded that there are no factors
in this case that would limit the use of
a categorical exclusion under section
2.B.2 of the Instruction. Therefore, this
rule is categorically excluded, under
figure 2–1, paragraph (34)(f), of the
Instruction, from further environmental
documentation because we are changing
the size of the anchorage grounds.
List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 110
Anchorage grounds.
For the reasons discussed in the
preamble, the Coast Guard amends 33
CFR part 110 as follows:
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PART 110—ANCHORAGE
REGULATIONS
1. The authority citation for part 110
continues to read as follows:
Energy Effects
We have analyzed this rule under
Executive Order 13211, Actions
Concerning Regulations That
Significantly Affect Energy Supply,
Distribution, or Use. We have
determined that it is not a ‘‘significant
energy action’’ under that Order because
it is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’
under Executive Order 12866 and is not
likely to have a significant adverse effect
on the supply, distribution, or use of
energy. The Administrator of the Office
of Information and Regulatory Affairs
has not designated it as a significant
energy action. Therefore, it does not
require a Statement of Energy Effects
under Executive Order 13211.
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Technical Standards
The National Technology Transfer
and Advancement Act (NTTAA) (15
U.S.C. 272 note) directs agencies to use
voluntary consensus standards in their
regulatory activities unless the agency
provides Congress, through the Office of
Management and Budget, with an
explanation of why using these
standards would be inconsistent with
applicable law or otherwise impractical.
Voluntary consensus standards are
technical standards (e.g., specifications
of materials, performance, design, or
operation; test methods; sampling
procedures; and related management
systems practices) that are developed or
adopted by voluntary consensus
standards bodies.
This rule does not use technical
standards. Therefore, we did not
consider the use of voluntary consensus
standards.
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Authority: 33 U.S.C. 471, 1221 through
1236, 2030, 2035, 2071; 33 CFR 1.05–1(g);
Department of Homeland Security Delegation
No. 0170.
2. In § 110.196, revise paragraph (a) to
read as follows:
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§ 110.196 Sabine Pass Channel, Sabine
Pass, Texas.
(a) The anchorage area. The water
bounded by a line connecting the
following coordinates:
Latitude
29°44′14″
29°44′18″
29°43′53″
29°43′32″
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Longitude
93°52′24″ W
93°52′06″ W
93°51′47″ W
93°51′52″ W
N
N
N
N
*
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*
Dated: December 14, 2006.
J.R. Whitehead,
Rear Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard, Commander,
Eighth Coast Guard District.
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Anchorage Regulations; Camden,
Maine, Penobscot Bay
AGENCY:
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ACTION:
Final rule.
SUMMARY: The Coast Guard hereby
amends two special anchorage areas in
Camden Harbor, Camden, Maine. This
action is necessary to facilitate safe
navigation in that area and provide safe
and secure anchorages for vessels not
more than 65 feet in length. This action
is intended to increase the safety of life
and property in Camden Harbor,
improve the safety of anchored vessels,
and provide for the overall safe and
efficient flow of vessel traffic and
commerce.
DATES:
This rule is effective February 5,
2007.
Comments and materials
received from the public, as well as
documents indicated in this preamble as
being available in the docket, are part of
docket (CGD01–06–084), and are
available for inspection or copying at
room 628, First Coast Guard District
Boston, between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, except Federal
holidays.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr.
John J. Mauro, Commander (dpw), First
Coast Guard District, 408 Atlantic Ave.,
Boston, MA 02110, Telephone (617)
223–8355, e-mail:
John.J.Mauro@uscg.mil.
ADDRESSES:
Regulatory Information
On August 10, 2006, we published a
notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM)
entitled ‘‘Anchorage Regulations;
Camden, ME, Penobscot Bay’’ in the
Federal Register (71 FR 45746). We
received no letters commenting on the
proposed rule. No public hearing was
requested, and none was held.
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Background and Purpose
This rule is intended to reduce the
risk of vessel collisions by creating two
special anchorage areas in Camden
Harbor. This rule will establish a special
anchorage area to the west of Northeast
Point and a second special anchorage
area to the northwest of Curtis Island,
creating anchorage for approximately
400 vessels.
The Coast Guard is designating the
special anchorage areas in accordance
with 33 U.S.C. 471. Under that statute,
vessels will not be required to sound
signals or exhibit anchor lights or
shapes which are otherwise required by
rule 30 and 35 of the Inland Navigation
Rules, codified at 33 U.S.C. 2030 and
2035.
The Coast Guard has defined the
anchorage area contained herein with
the advice and consent of the Army
Corps of Engineers, Northeast, located at
696 Virginia Rd., Concord, MA 01742.
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Regulatory Evaluation
This rule is not a ‘‘significant
regulatory action’’ under section 3(f) of
Executive Order 12866, Regulatory
Planning and Review, and does not
require an assessment of potential costs
and benefits under section 6(a)(3) of that
Order. The Office of Management and
Budget has not reviewed it under that
Order.
We expect the economic impact of
this rule to be so minimal that a full
Regulatory Evaluation is unnecessary.
This finding is based on the fact that
this rule conforms to the changing needs
of the Town of Camden, the changing
needs of recreational, fishing and
commercial vessels, and makes the best
use of the available navigable water.
This rule is in the interest of safe
navigation and protection of Camden
and the marine environment.
Small Entities
Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act
(5 U.S.C. 601–612), we have considered
whether this rule would have a
significant economic impact on a
substantial number of small entities.
The term ‘‘small entities’’ comprises
small businesses, not-for-profit
organizations that are independently
owned and operated and are not
dominant in their fields, and
governmental jurisdictions with
populations of less than 50,000.
The Coast Guard certifies under 5
U.S.C. 605(b) that this rule will not have
a significant economic impact on a
substantial number of small entities.
Assistance for Small Entities
Under section 213(a) of the Small
Business Regulatory Enforcement
Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104–121),
we offered to assist small entities in
understanding this rule so that they can
better evaluate its effects on them and
participate in the rulemaking.
If the rule would affect your small
business, organization, or governmental
jurisdiction and you have questions
concerning its provisions or options for
compliance, please contact John J.
Mauro, at the address listed in
ADDRESSES above.
Small businesses may send comments
on the actions of Federal employees
who enforce, or otherwise determine
compliance with, Federal Regulatory
Enforcement Ombudsman and the
Regional Small Business Regulatory
Fairness Boards. The Ombudsman
evaluates these actions annually and
rates each agency’s responsiveness to
small business. If you wish to comment
on actions by employees of the Coast
Guard, call 1–888–REG–FAIR (1–888–
734–3247).
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Collection of Information
This rule calls for no new collection
of information under the Paperwork
Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501–
3520).
Federalism
A rule has implications for federalism
under Executive Order 13132,
Federalism, if it has a substantial direct
effect on State or local governments and
would either preempt State law or
impose a substantial direct cost of
compliance on them. We have analyzed
this rule under that Order and have
determined that it does not have
implications for federalism.
Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1531–1538) requires
Federal agencies to assess the effects of
their discretionary regulatory actions. In
particular, the Act addresses actions
that may result in the expenditure by a
State, local, or tribal government, in the
aggregate, or by the private sector of
$100,000,000 or more in any one year.
Though this rule would not result in
such an expenditure, we do discuss the
effects of this rule elsewhere in this
preamble.
Taking of Private Property
This rule will not effect a taking of
private property or otherwise have
taking implications under Executive
Order 12630, Governmental Actions and
Interference with Constitutionally
Protected Property Rights.
Civil Justice Reform
This rule meets applicable standards
in sections 3(a) and 3(b)(2) of Executive
Order 12988, Civil Justice Reform, to
minimize litigation, eliminate
ambiguity, and reduce burden.
Protection of Children
We have analyzed this rule under
Executive Order 13045, Protection of
Children from Environmental Health
Risks and Safety Risks. This rule is not
an economically significant rule and
will not create an environmental risk to
health or risk to safety that might
disproportionately affect children.
Indian Tribal Governments
This rule does not have tribal
implications under Executive Order
13175, Consultation and Coordination
with Indian Tribal Governments,
because it would not have a substantial
direct effect on one or more Indian
tribes, on the relationship between the
Federal Government and Indian tribes,
or on the distribution of power and
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responsibilities between the Federal
Government and Indian tribes.
PART 110—ANCHORAGE
REGULATIONS
Energy Effects
We have analyzed this rule under
Executive Order 13211, Actions
Concerning Regulations That
Significantly Affect Energy Supply,
Distribution, or Use. We have
determined that it is not a ‘‘significant
energy action’’ under that order because
it is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’
under Executive Order 12866 and is not
likely to have a significant adverse effect
on the supply, distribution, or use of
energy. The Administrator of the Office
of Information and Regulatory Affairs
has not designated it as a significant
energy action. Therefore, it does not
require a Statement of Energy Effects
under Executive Order 13211.
Technical Standards
The National Technology Transfer
and Advancement Act (NTTAA) (15
U.S.C. 272 note) directs agencies to use
voluntary consensus standards in their
regulatory activities unless the agency
provides Congress, through the Office of
Management and Budget, with an
explanation of why using these
standards would be inconsistent with
applicable law or otherwise impractical.
Voluntary consensus standards are
technical standards (e.g., specifications
of materials, performance, design, or
operation; test methods; sampling
procedures; and related management
systems practices) that are developed or
adopted by voluntary consensus
standards bodies.
This rule does not use technical
standards. Therefore, we did not
consider the use of voluntary consensus
standards.
Environment
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We have considered the
environmental impact of this rule and
concluded that, under figure 2–1,
paragraph 34(f), of Commandant
Instruction M16475.1D, this rule is
categorically excluded from further
environmental documentation. A final
‘‘Categorical Exclusion Determination’’
and a final ‘‘Environmental Analysis
Check List’’ are available in the docket
for inspection or copying where
indicated under ADDRESSES. This rule
fits the category selected from paragraph
(34)(f) as it would establish two special
anchorage areas.
List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 110
Anchorage grounds.
For the reasons discussed in the
preamble, the Coast Guard amends 33
CFR part 110 as follows:
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
SECURITY
1. The authority citation for part 110
continues to read as follows:
Coast Guard
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Authority: 33 U.S.C. 471; 1221 through
1236, 2030, 2035, 2071; 33 CFR 1.05–1(g);
and Department of Homeland Security
Delegation No. 0170.
2. Amend § 110.4 by adding paragraph
(b) to read as follows:
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§ 110.4
Penobscot Bay, Maine.
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(b) Camden Harbor, Sherman Cove
and adjacent waters.
(1) Anchorage A. All of the waters
enclosed by a line beginning at Eaton
Point at latitude 44°12′31″ N, longitude
069°03′34″ W; thence to latitude
44°12′28″ N, longitude 069°03′33″ W;
thence to latitude 44°12′32″ N,
longitude 069°02′49″ W; thence along
the shoreline to the point of beginning.
DATUM: NAD83
(2) Anchorage B. All of the waters
enclosed by a line beginning at
Dillingham Point at latitude 44°12′12″
N, longitude 069°03′20″ W.; thence to
latitude 44°12′14″ N, longitude
069°02′58″ W.; thence to latitude
44°12′19″ N, longitude 069°03′08″ W;
thence to latitude 44°12′28″ N,
longitude 069°03′13″ W; thence to
latitude 44°12′26″ N, longitude
069°03′39″ W; thence along the
shoreline to the point of beginning.
DATUM: NAD83
Note to paragraph (b): Anchorages A and
B are special anchorage areas reserved for
yachts and other recreational craft. Fore and
aft moorings will be allowed in this area.
Temporary floats or buoys for marking
anchors or moorings in place will be allowed.
Fixed mooring piles or stakes are prohibited.
All moorings must be so placed that no
vessel when anchored is at any time
extended into the thoroughfare. This is to
ensure that a distance of approximately 150
feet is left between Anchorages A and B for
vessels entering or departing from Camden
Harbor. All anchoring in the area is under the
supervision of the local harbor master or
such other authority as may be designated by
the authorities of the Town of Camden,
Maine.
Dated: December 15, 2006.
Timothy S. Sullivan,
Rear Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard, Commander,
First Coast Guard District.
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Drawbridge Operation Regulations;
Southern Boulevard (SR 700/80)
Bridge, Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway,
Mile 1024.7, Palm Beach, FL
Coast Guard, DHS.
Final rule.
AGENCY:
ACTION:
SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is changing
the operating regulation governing the
operation of the Southern Boulevard (SR
700/80) Bridge across the Atlantic
Intracoastal Waterway, mile 1024.7,
Palm Beach, Florida. The rule will
require the drawbridge to open twice an
hour. The schedule is based on requests
from vessel operators along the Atlantic
Intracoastal Waterway. The schedule
will require the bridge to open on the
quarter and three quarter hour and
would meet the reasonable needs of
navigation while not impacting
vehicular traffic.
DATES: This rule is effective February 5,
2007.
ADDRESSES: Comments and material
received from the public, as well as
documents indicated in this preamble as
being available in the docket, are part of
docket (CGD07–06–130) and are
available for inspection or copying at
Commander (dpb), Seventh Coast Guard
District, 909 SE. 1st Avenue, Room 432,
Miami, Florida 33131–3050 between
8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through
Friday, except Federal holidays.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr.
Barry Dragon, Seventh Coast Guard
District, Bridge Branch, telephone
number 305–415–6743.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Regulatory Information
On August 30, 2006, we published a
notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM)
entitled ‘‘Drawbridge Operation
Regulations; Southern Boulevard (SR
700/80) Bridge, Atlantic Intracoastal
Waterway, mile 1024.7, Palm Beach,
FL’’ in the Federal Register (71 FR
51540). We received no comments on
the proposed rule. No public meeting
was requested, and none was held.
Background and Purpose
The current regulation governing the
operation of the Southern Boulevard
Bridge is published in 33 CFR
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Coast Guard
33 CFR Part 110
[CGD01-06-084]
RIN 1625-AA01
Anchorage Regulations; Camden, Maine, Penobscot Bay
AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.
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ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard hereby amends two special anchorage areas in
Camden Harbor, Camden, Maine. This action is necessary to facilitate
safe navigation in that area and provide safe and secure anchorages for
vessels not more than 65 feet in length. This action is intended to
increase the safety of life and property in Camden Harbor, improve the
safety of anchored vessels, and provide for the overall safe and
efficient flow of vessel traffic and commerce.
DATES: This rule is effective February 5, 2007.
ADDRESSES: Comments and materials received from the public, as well as
documents indicated in this preamble as being available in the docket,
are part of docket (CGD01-06-084), and are available for inspection or
copying at room 628, First Coast Guard District Boston, between 8 a.m.
and 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. John J. Mauro, Commander (dpw),
First Coast Guard District, 408 Atlantic Ave., Boston, MA 02110,
Telephone (617) 223-8355, e-mail: John.J.Mauro@uscg.mil.
Regulatory Information
On August 10, 2006, we published a notice of proposed rulemaking
(NPRM) entitled ``Anchorage Regulations; Camden, ME, Penobscot Bay'' in
the Federal Register (71 FR 45746). We received no letters commenting
on the proposed rule. No public hearing was requested, and none was
held.
Background and Purpose
This rule is intended to reduce the risk of vessel collisions by
creating two special anchorage areas in Camden Harbor. This rule will
establish a special anchorage area to the west of Northeast Point and a
second special anchorage area to the northwest of Curtis Island,
creating anchorage for approximately 400 vessels.
The Coast Guard is designating the special anchorage areas in
accordance with 33 U.S.C. 471. Under that statute, vessels will not be
required to sound signals or exhibit anchor lights or shapes which are
otherwise required by rule 30 and 35 of the Inland Navigation Rules,
codified at 33 U.S.C. 2030 and 2035.
The Coast Guard has defined the anchorage area contained herein
with the advice and consent of the Army Corps of Engineers, Northeast,
located at 696 Virginia Rd., Concord, MA 01742.
Regulatory Evaluation
This rule is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under section
3(f) of Executive Order 12866, Regulatory Planning and Review, and does
not require an assessment of potential costs and benefits under section
6(a)(3) of that Order. The Office of Management and Budget has not
reviewed it under that Order.
We expect the economic impact of this rule to be so minimal that a
full Regulatory Evaluation is unnecessary.
This finding is based on the fact that this rule conforms to the
changing needs of the Town of Camden, the changing needs of
recreational, fishing and commercial vessels, and makes the best use of
the available navigable water. This rule is in the interest of safe
navigation and protection of Camden and the marine environment.
Small Entities
Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601-612), we have
considered whether this rule would have a significant economic impact
on a substantial number of small entities. The term ``small entities''
comprises small businesses, not-for-profit organizations that are
independently owned and operated and are not dominant in their fields,
and governmental jurisdictions with populations of less than 50,000.
The Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. 605(b) that this rule will
not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small
entities.
Assistance for Small Entities
Under section 213(a) of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement
Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104-121), we offered to assist small
entities in understanding this rule so that they can better evaluate
its effects on them and participate in the rulemaking.
If the rule would affect your small business, organization, or
governmental jurisdiction and you have questions concerning its
provisions or options for compliance, please contact John J. Mauro, at
the address listed in ADDRESSES above.
Small businesses may send comments on the actions of Federal
employees who enforce, or otherwise determine compliance with, Federal
Regulatory Enforcement Ombudsman and the Regional Small Business
Regulatory Fairness Boards. The Ombudsman evaluates these actions
annually and rates each agency's responsiveness to small business. If
you wish to comment on actions by employees of the Coast Guard, call 1-
888-REG-FAIR (1-888-734-3247).
Collection of Information
This rule calls for no new collection of information under the
Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520).
Federalism
A rule has implications for federalism under Executive Order 13132,
Federalism, if it has a substantial direct effect on State or local
governments and would either preempt State law or impose a substantial
direct cost of compliance on them. We have analyzed this rule under
that Order and have determined that it does not have implications for
federalism.
Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1531-1538)
requires Federal agencies to assess the effects of their discretionary
regulatory actions. In particular, the Act addresses actions that may
result in the expenditure by a State, local, or tribal government, in
the aggregate, or by the private sector of $100,000,000 or more in any
one year. Though this rule would not result in such an expenditure, we
do discuss the effects of this rule elsewhere in this preamble.
Taking of Private Property
This rule will not effect a taking of private property or otherwise
have taking implications under Executive Order 12630, Governmental
Actions and Interference with Constitutionally Protected Property
Rights.
Civil Justice Reform
This rule meets applicable standards in sections 3(a) and 3(b)(2)
of Executive Order 12988, Civil Justice Reform, to minimize litigation,
eliminate ambiguity, and reduce burden.
Protection of Children
We have analyzed this rule under Executive Order 13045, Protection
of Children from Environmental Health Risks and Safety Risks. This rule
is not an economically significant rule and will not create an
environmental risk to health or risk to safety that might
disproportionately affect children.
Indian Tribal Governments
This rule does not have tribal implications under Executive Order
13175, Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments,
because it would not have a substantial direct effect on one or more
Indian tribes, on the relationship between the Federal Government and
Indian tribes, or on the distribution of power and
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responsibilities between the Federal Government and Indian tribes.
Energy Effects
We have analyzed this rule under Executive Order 13211, Actions
Concerning Regulations That Significantly Affect Energy Supply,
Distribution, or Use. We have determined that it is not a ``significant
energy action'' under that order because it is not a ``significant
regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866 and is not likely to
have a significant adverse effect on the supply, distribution, or use
of energy. The Administrator of the Office of Information and
Regulatory Affairs has not designated it as a significant energy
action. Therefore, it does not require a Statement of Energy Effects
under Executive Order 13211.
Technical Standards
The National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act (NTTAA) (15
U.S.C. 272 note) directs agencies to use voluntary consensus standards
in their regulatory activities unless the agency provides Congress,
through the Office of Management and Budget, with an explanation of why
using these standards would be inconsistent with applicable law or
otherwise impractical. Voluntary consensus standards are technical
standards (e.g., specifications of materials, performance, design, or
operation; test methods; sampling procedures; and related management
systems practices) that are developed or adopted by voluntary consensus
standards bodies.
This rule does not use technical standards. Therefore, we did not
consider the use of voluntary consensus standards.
Environment
We have considered the environmental impact of this rule and
concluded that, under figure 2-1, paragraph 34(f), of Commandant
Instruction M16475.1D, this rule is categorically excluded from further
environmental documentation. A final ``Categorical Exclusion
Determination'' and a final ``Environmental Analysis Check List'' are
available in the docket for inspection or copying where indicated under
ADDRESSES. This rule fits the category selected from paragraph (34)(f)
as it would establish two special anchorage areas.
List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 110
Anchorage grounds.
0
For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard amends 33
CFR part 110 as follows:
PART 110--ANCHORAGE REGULATIONS
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1. The authority citation for part 110 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 33 U.S.C. 471; 1221 through 1236, 2030, 2035, 2071;
33 CFR 1.05-1(g); and Department of Homeland Security Delegation No.
0170.
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2. Amend Sec. 110.4 by adding paragraph (b) to read as follows:
Sec. 110.4 Penobscot Bay, Maine.
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(b) Camden Harbor, Sherman Cove and adjacent waters.
(1) Anchorage A. All of the waters enclosed by a line beginning at
Eaton Point at latitude 44[deg]12'31'' N, longitude 069[deg]03'34'' W;
thence to latitude 44[deg]12'28'' N, longitude 069[deg]03'33'' W;
thence to latitude 44[deg]12'32'' N, longitude 069[deg]02'49'' W;
thence along the shoreline to the point of beginning. DATUM: NAD83
(2) Anchorage B. All of the waters enclosed by a line beginning at
Dillingham Point at latitude 44[deg]12'12'' N, longitude
069[deg]03'20'' W.; thence to latitude 44[deg]12'14'' N, longitude
069[deg]02'58'' W.; thence to latitude 44[deg]12'19'' N, longitude
069[deg]03'08'' W; thence to latitude 44[deg]12'28'' N, longitude
069[deg]03'13'' W; thence to latitude 44[deg]12'26'' N, longitude
069[deg]03'39'' W; thence along the shoreline to the point of
beginning. DATUM: NAD83
Note to paragraph (b): Anchorages A and B are special anchorage
areas reserved for yachts and other recreational craft. Fore and aft
moorings will be allowed in this area. Temporary floats or buoys for
marking anchors or moorings in place will be allowed. Fixed mooring
piles or stakes are prohibited. All moorings must be so placed that
no vessel when anchored is at any time extended into the
thoroughfare. This is to ensure that a distance of approximately 150
feet is left between Anchorages A and B for vessels entering or
departing from Camden Harbor. All anchoring in the area is under the
supervision of the local harbor master or such other authority as
may be designated by the authorities of the Town of Camden, Maine.
Dated: December 15, 2006.
Timothy S. Sullivan,
Rear Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard, Commander, First Coast Guard District.
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[FR Doc. E6-22613 Filed 1-4-07; 8:45 am]
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