Safety Zone: Kingsmill Resort Fireworks Display, James River, Williamsburg, VA, 21247-21249 [E8-8441]
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At the request of the U.S. Department
of Energy, the FAA is changing the
designated using agency for R–2204 in
Alaska. The U.S. Department of Energy
is assuming primary responsibility for
operations as using agency from their
contractor, Sandia Labs. In addition to
the action above, the U.S. Department of
Energy has assessed their planned
operations within Restricted Area
R–2204 and determined that many of
the operations will be conducted at an
altitude below 1,500 feet (ft.) above
Mean Sea Level (MSL), and, therefore
higher altitudes are not needed for these
activities. The primary benefit of this
action is to make lower altitudes
available on Federal Airway V–438
between the Deadhorse Very High
Frequency Omnidirectional Range
(VOR) and the Barrow VOR during most
periods when Restricted Area R–2204 is
active.
instrument flight rules (IFR) altitudes on
V–438 to be available during periods
when R–2204 Low is needed to contain
activity conducted at altitudes below
1,500 ft. MSL. Accordingly, since this
action permits greater access to airspace
by both VFR and IFR aircraft during
periods of activation of R–2204, High
and Low, public procedures under 5
U.S.C. 533(b) are unnecessary.
The FAA has determined that this
regulation only involves an established
body of technical regulations for which
frequent and routine amendments are
necessary to keep them operationally
current. Therefore, this regulation: (1) Is
not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’
under Executive Order 12866; (2) is not
a ‘‘significant rule’’ under Department of
Transportation (DOT) Regulatory
Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034;
February 26, 1979); and (3) does not
warrant preparation of a regulatory
evaluation as the anticipated impact is
so minimal. Since this is a routine
matter that will only affect air traffic
procedures and air navigation, it is
certified that this rule, when
promulgated, will not have a significant
economic impact on a substantial
number of small entities under the
criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
The FAA’s authority to issue rules
regarding aviation safety is found in
Title 49 of the United States Code.
Subtitle I, Section 106 describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator.
Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs,
describes in more detail the scope of the
agency’s authority.
This rulemaking is promulgated
under the authority described in
Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart I, Section
40103. Under that section, the FAA is
charged with prescribing regulations to
assign the use of the airspace necessary
to ensure the safety of aircraft and the
efficient use of airspace. This regulation
is within the scope of that authority as
it amends restricted areas in Alaska.
The Rule
Environmental Review
This action amends Title 14 Code of
Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 73 by
changing the R–2204 using agency
currently shown as, ‘‘Department of
Energy, Sandia National Labs/National
Nuclear Security Administration,
Albuquerque, NM’’ to ‘‘Department of
Energy, Office of Science, Washington,
DC.’’ This action also subdivides
R–2204 into R–2204 Low from the
surface of the earth up to, but not
including 1,500 ft. MSL and R–2204
High from 1,500 ft. MSL up to, but not
including, 7,000 ft. MSL. This will make
airspace available for flight under visual
flight rules (VFR) and will permit
The FAA has determined that this
action qualifies for categorical exclusion
under the National Environmental
Policy Act in accordance with 311d.,
FAA Order 1050.1E, ‘‘Environmental
Impacts: Policies and Procedures.’’ This
airspace action is not expected to cause
any potentially significant
environmental impacts, and no
extraordinary circumstances exist that
warrant preparation of an
environmental assessment.
Science, Washington, DC.’’ The FAA is
taking this action in response to a
request from the United States (U.S.)
Department of Energy to reflect an
administrative change of responsibility
for the restricted area. This action also
revises R–2204, by subdividing the area
to create R–2204 High and R–2204 Low.
The overall dimensions of R–2204 will
remain the same; however, establishing
of R–2204 High and R–2204 Low will
enable the Department of Energy to
activate only that portion of the airspace
that is actually needed to contain their
operations.
DATES: Effective Date: 0901 UTC, July
31, 2008.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ken
McElroy, Airspace and Rules Group,
Office of System Operations Airspace
and AIM, Federal Aviation
Administration, 800 Independence
Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20591;
telephone: (202) 267–8783.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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Adoption of the Amendment
In consideration of the foregoing, the
Federal Aviation Administration
amends 14 CFR part 73 as follows:
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PART 73—SPECIAL USE AIRSPACE
1. The authority citation for part 73
continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40103, 40113,
40120; E.O. 10854, 24 FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959–
1963 Comp., p. 389.
§ 73.22
[Amended]
2. § 73.22 is amended as follows:
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R–2204
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Oliktok Point, AK [Remove]
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R–2204 Oliktok Point High, AK [New]
Boundaries. Within a 2 NM radius centered
at lat. 70°30′35″ N., long. 149°51′33″ W.
Designated altitudes. 1,500 feet MSL to, but
not including, 7,000 feet MSL.
Time of designation: By NOTAM, 24 hours
in advance, not to exceed 30 days annually.
Controlling agency. FAA, Anchorage
ARTCC.
Using agency. Department of Energy, Office
of Science, Washington, DC.
R–2204 Oliktok Point Low, AK [New]
Boundaries. Within a 2 NM radius centered
at lat. 70°30′35″ N., long. 149°51′33″ W.
Designated altitudes. Surface to, but not
including, 1,500 feet MSL.
Time of designation: By NOTAM, 24 hours
in advance, not to exceed 30 days annually.
Controlling agency. FAA, Anchorage
ARTCC.
Using agency. Department of Energy, Office
of Science, Washington, DC.
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Issued in Washington, DC, on April 14,
2008.
Stephen L. Rohring,
Acting Manager, Airspace and Rules Group.
[FR Doc. E8–8579 Filed 4–18–08; 8:45 am]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
SECURITY
Coast Guard
33 CFR Part 165
[USCG–2008–0238]
RIN 1625–AA00
Safety Zone: Kingsmill Resort
Fireworks Display, James River,
Williamsburg, VA
Coast Guard, DHS.
Temporary final rule.
AGENCY:
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 73
ACTION:
Airspace, Prohibited areas, Restricted
areas.
SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is
establishing a 350 foot radius safety
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zone on the James River in the vicinity
of Kingsmill Resort in Williamsburg, VA
in support of the Kingsmill Resort
Fireworks Display.
DATES: This rule is effective from 9 p.m.
on May 2, 2008 until 10 p.m. on May
2, 2008.
ADDRESSES: Documents indicated in this
preamble as being available in the
docket are part of docket USCG–2008–
0238 and are available online at
www.regulations.gov. They are also
available for inspection or copying at
two locations: the Docket Management
Facility (M–30), U.S. Department of
Transportation, West Building Ground
Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey
Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590,
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
through Friday, except Federal holidays,
and the Sector Hampton Roads, Norfolk
Federal Building, 200 Granby St., 7th
Floor, Norfolk, VA 23510 between 9
a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday through
Friday, except Federal holidays.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If
you have questions on this temporary
rule, call LT Bill Clark, Chief Waterways
Management Division, Sector Hampton
Roads at (757) 668–5581. If you have
questions on viewing the docket, call
Renee V. Wright, Program Manager,
Docket Operations, telephone 202–366–
9826.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Regulatory Information
We did not publish a notice of
proposed rulemaking (NPRM) for this
regulation. Under 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B), the
Coast Guard finds that good cause exists
for not publishing an NPRM. Any delay
encountered in this regulation’s
effective date by publishing a NPRM
would be contrary to public interest
since immediate action is needed to
prevent vessel traffic from transiting the
specified waters to provide for the safety
of life and property on navigable waters.
Additionally, this temporary safety zone
will only be enforced for 1 hour on May
2, 2008 and should have minimal
impact on vessel transits due to the fact
that vessels can safely transit through
the zone when authorized by the
Captain of the Port or his Representative
and that they are not precluded from
using any portion of the waterway
except the safety zone area itself. For the
same reasons above, under 5 U.S.C.
553(d)(3), the Coast Guard finds that
good cause exists for making this rule
effective less than 30 days after
publication in the Federal Register.
Background and Purpose
On May 2, 2008, Kingsmill Resort
Destination Services of Williamsburg,
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VA will sponsor a fireworks display on
the shoreline at position 37°13′23″ N/
76°40′12″ W (NAD 1983). Due to the
need to protect mariners and spectators
from the hazards associated with the
fireworks display, vessel traffic will be
temporarily restricted within a 350 foot
radius of the fireworks launching site.
Discussion of Rule
The Coast Guard is establishing a
safety zone on specified waters of the
James River within the area bounded by
a 350 foot radius circle centered on
position 37°13′23″ N/76°40′12″ W (NAD
1983) in the vicinity of Kingsmill
Resort, Williamsburg, VA. This safety
zone will be established in the interest
of public safety during the Kingsmill
Resort Fireworks event and will be
enforced from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. on May
2, 2008. General navigation within the
safety zone will be restricted during the
specified date and times. Except for
participants and vessels authorized by
the Coast Guard Captain of the Port or
his representative, no person or vessel
may enter or remain in the regulated
area.
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. Although this regulation restricts
access to the safety zone, the effect of
this rule will not be significant because:
(i) The safety zone will be in effect for
a limited duration; and (ii) the Coast
Guard will make notifications via
maritime advisories so mariners can
adjust their plans accordingly.
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.
This rule will affect the following
entities, some of which may be small
entities: The owners or operators of
vessels intending to transit or anchor in
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a portion of the James River from 9 p.m.
to 10 p.m. on May 2, 2008.
The safety zone will not have a
significant economic impact on a
substantial number of small entities
because the zone will only be in place
for one hour in the evening when vessel
traffic is low. Vessel traffic can pass
safely around the zone. Before the
effective period, we will issue maritime
advisories widely available to users of
the river.
Assistance for Small Entities
Under section 213(a) of the Small
Business Regulatory Enforcement
Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104–121),
we offer to assist small entities in
understanding the rule so that they can
better evaluate its effects on them and
participate in the rulemaking process.
Small businesses may send comments
on the actions of Federal employees
who enforce, or otherwise determine
compliance with, Federal regulations to
the Small Business and Agriculture
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). The
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 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 will not result in such
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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
does not create an environmental risk to
health or risk to safety that may
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 does 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.
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
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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 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)(g), of the
Instruction, from further environmental
documentation because it establishes a
safety zone. A final ‘‘Environmental
Analysis Check List’’ and a final
‘‘Categorical Exclusion Determination’’
will be available in the docket where
indicated under ADDRESSES.
List of Subjects 33 CFR Part 165
Harbors, Marine safety, Navigation
(water), Reporting and recordkeeping
requirements, Security measures,
Waterways.
I For the reasons discussed in the
preamble, the Coast Guard amends 33
CFR part 165 as follows:
PART 165—REGULATED NAVIGATION
AREAS AND LIMITED ACCESS AREAS
21249
Roads zone as defined in 33 CFR 3.25–
10.
(b) Definition:
(1) As used in this section; Captain of
the Port Representative means any U.S.
Coast Guard commissioned, warrant or
petty officer who has been authorized
by the Captain of the Port, Hampton
Roads, Virginia to act on his behalf.
(c) Regulation:
(1) In accordance with the general
regulations in § 165.23 of this part, entry
into this zone is prohibited unless
authorized by the Captain of the Port,
Hampton Roads or his designated
representatives.
(2) The operator of any vessel in the
immediate vicinity of this safety zone
shall:
(i) Stop the vessel immediately upon
being directed to do so by any
commissioned, warrant or petty officer
on shore or on board a vessel that is
displaying a U.S. Coast Guard Ensign.
(ii) Proceed as directed by any
commissioned, warrant or petty officer
on shore or on board a vessel that is
displaying a U.S. Coast Guard Ensign.
(3) The Captain of the Port, Hampton
Roads and the Sector Duty Officer at
Sector Hampton Roads in Portsmouth,
Virginia can be contacted at telephone
number (757) 668–5555 or (757) 484–
8192.
(4) The Captain of the Port
Representative enforcing the safety zone
can be contacted on VHF–FM marine
band radion, channel 13 (156.65Mhz)
and channel 16 (156.8Mhz).
(d) Enforcement Period: This section
will be enforced from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m.
on May 2, 2008.
Dated: April 3, 2008.
Patrick B. Trapp,
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the
Port, Hampton Roads.
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1. The authority citation for part 165
continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1226, 1231; 46 U.S.C.
Chapter 701; 50 U.S.C. 191, 195; 33 CFR
1.05–1(g), 6.04–1, 6.04–6 and 160.5; Pub. L.
107–295, 116 Stat. 2064; Department of
Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
AGENCY
40 CFR Part 721
[EPA–HQ–OPPT–2006–0213; FRL–8358–4]
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2. Add temporary § 165.T05–023, to
read as follows:
RIN 2070–AB27
§ 165.T05–023 Safety Zone: Kingsmill
Resort, James River, Williamsburg, VA.
Revocation of Significant New Use
Rules on Certain Chemical Substances
(a) Location. The following area is a
safety zone: All waters of the James
River, located within the area bounded
by a 350 foot radius circle centered on
position 37°13′23″ N/076°40′12″ W
(NAD 1983) in the vicinity of Kingsmill
Resort, Williamsburg, VA and in the
Captain of the Port Sector Hampton
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Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA).
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: Pursuant to 40 CFR 721.185,
EPA is revoking significant new use
rules (SNURs) promulgated under
section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic Substances
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Coast Guard
33 CFR Part 165
[USCG-2008-0238]
RIN 1625-AA00
Safety Zone: Kingsmill Resort Fireworks Display, James River,
Williamsburg, VA
AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.
ACTION: Temporary final rule.
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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is establishing a 350 foot radius safety
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zone on the James River in the vicinity of Kingsmill Resort in
Williamsburg, VA in support of the Kingsmill Resort Fireworks Display.
DATES: This rule is effective from 9 p.m. on May 2, 2008 until 10 p.m.
on May 2, 2008.
ADDRESSES: Documents indicated in this preamble as being available in
the docket are part of docket USCG-2008-0238 and are available online
at www.regulations.gov. They are also available for inspection or
copying at two locations: the Docket Management Facility (M-30), U.S.
Department of Transportation, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140,
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays, and the Sector
Hampton Roads, Norfolk Federal Building, 200 Granby St., 7th Floor,
Norfolk, VA 23510 between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday through Friday,
except Federal holidays.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this
temporary rule, call LT Bill Clark, Chief Waterways Management
Division, Sector Hampton Roads at (757) 668-5581. If you have questions
on viewing the docket, call Renee V. Wright, Program Manager, Docket
Operations, telephone 202-366-9826.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Regulatory Information
We did not publish a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) for this
regulation. Under 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B), the Coast Guard finds that good
cause exists for not publishing an NPRM. Any delay encountered in this
regulation's effective date by publishing a NPRM would be contrary to
public interest since immediate action is needed to prevent vessel
traffic from transiting the specified waters to provide for the safety
of life and property on navigable waters. Additionally, this temporary
safety zone will only be enforced for 1 hour on May 2, 2008 and should
have minimal impact on vessel transits due to the fact that vessels can
safely transit through the zone when authorized by the Captain of the
Port or his Representative and that they are not precluded from using
any portion of the waterway except the safety zone area itself. For the
same reasons above, under 5 U.S.C. 553(d)(3), the Coast Guard finds
that good cause exists for making this rule effective less than 30 days
after publication in the Federal Register.
Background and Purpose
On May 2, 2008, Kingsmill Resort Destination Services of
Williamsburg, VA will sponsor a fireworks display on the shoreline at
position 37[deg]13'23'' N/76[deg]40'12'' W (NAD 1983). Due to the need
to protect mariners and spectators from the hazards associated with the
fireworks display, vessel traffic will be temporarily restricted within
a 350 foot radius of the fireworks launching site.
Discussion of Rule
The Coast Guard is establishing a safety zone on specified waters
of the James River within the area bounded by a 350 foot radius circle
centered on position 37[deg]13'23'' N/76[deg]40'12'' W (NAD 1983) in
the vicinity of Kingsmill Resort, Williamsburg, VA. This safety zone
will be established in the interest of public safety during the
Kingsmill Resort Fireworks event and will be enforced from 9 p.m. to 10
p.m. on May 2, 2008. General navigation within the safety zone will be
restricted during the specified date and times. Except for participants
and vessels authorized by the Coast Guard Captain of the Port or his
representative, no person or vessel may enter or remain in the
regulated area.
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. Although this regulation restricts access
to the safety zone, the effect of this rule will not be significant
because: (i) The safety zone will be in effect for a limited duration;
and (ii) the Coast Guard will make notifications via maritime
advisories so mariners can adjust their plans accordingly.
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. This rule will affect the following entities, some of which
may be small entities: The owners or operators of vessels intending to
transit or anchor in a portion of the James River from 9 p.m. to 10
p.m. on May 2, 2008.
The safety zone will not have a significant economic impact on a
substantial number of small entities because the zone will only be in
place for one hour in the evening when vessel traffic is low. Vessel
traffic can pass safely around the zone. Before the effective period,
we will issue maritime advisories widely available to users of the
river.
Assistance for Small Entities
Under section 213(a) of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement
Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104-121), we offer to assist small
entities in understanding the rule so that they can better evaluate its
effects on them and participate in the rulemaking process.
Small businesses may send comments on the actions of Federal
employees who enforce, or otherwise determine compliance with, Federal
regulations to the Small Business and Agriculture 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). The 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 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 will not result in such
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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 does not create an
environmental risk to health or risk to safety that may
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 does 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.
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 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)(g), of the Instruction, from further
environmental documentation because it establishes a safety zone. A
final ``Environmental Analysis Check List'' and a final ``Categorical
Exclusion Determination'' will be available in the docket where
indicated under ADDRESSES.
List of Subjects 33 CFR Part 165
Harbors, Marine safety, Navigation (water), Reporting and
recordkeeping requirements, Security measures, Waterways.
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For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard amends 33
CFR part 165 as follows:
PART 165--REGULATED NAVIGATION AREAS AND LIMITED ACCESS AREAS
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1. The authority citation for part 165 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1226, 1231; 46 U.S.C. Chapter 701; 50
U.S.C. 191, 195; 33 CFR 1.05-1(g), 6.04-1, 6.04-6 and 160.5; Pub. L.
107-295, 116 Stat. 2064; Department of Homeland Security Delegation
No. 0170.1
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2. Add temporary Sec. 165.T05-023, to read as follows:
Sec. 165.T05-023 Safety Zone: Kingsmill Resort, James River,
Williamsburg, VA.
(a) Location. The following area is a safety zone: All waters of
the James River, located within the area bounded by a 350 foot radius
circle centered on position 37[deg]13'23'' N/076[deg]40'12'' W (NAD
1983) in the vicinity of Kingsmill Resort, Williamsburg, VA and in the
Captain of the Port Sector Hampton Roads zone as defined in 33 CFR
3.25-10.
(b) Definition:
(1) As used in this section; Captain of the Port Representative
means any U.S. Coast Guard commissioned, warrant or petty officer who
has been authorized by the Captain of the Port, Hampton Roads, Virginia
to act on his behalf.
(c) Regulation:
(1) In accordance with the general regulations in Sec. 165.23 of
this part, entry into this zone is prohibited unless authorized by the
Captain of the Port, Hampton Roads or his designated representatives.
(2) The operator of any vessel in the immediate vicinity of this
safety zone shall:
(i) Stop the vessel immediately upon being directed to do so by any
commissioned, warrant or petty officer on shore or on board a vessel
that is displaying a U.S. Coast Guard Ensign.
(ii) Proceed as directed by any commissioned, warrant or petty
officer on shore or on board a vessel that is displaying a U.S. Coast
Guard Ensign.
(3) The Captain of the Port, Hampton Roads and the Sector Duty
Officer at Sector Hampton Roads in Portsmouth, Virginia can be
contacted at telephone number (757) 668-5555 or (757) 484-8192.
(4) The Captain of the Port Representative enforcing the safety
zone can be contacted on VHF-FM marine band radion, channel 13
(156.65Mhz) and channel 16 (156.8Mhz).
(d) Enforcement Period: This section will be enforced from 9 p.m.
to 10 p.m. on May 2, 2008.
Dated: April 3, 2008.
Patrick B. Trapp,
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port, Hampton Roads.
[FR Doc. E8-8441 Filed 4-18-08; 8:45 am]
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