Drawbridge Operation Regulations; Pequonnock River, Bridgeport, CT, Maintenance, 17332-17333 [2012-7130]

Download as PDF 17332 Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations Section 4.14 also issued under 19 U.S.C. 1466, 1498; 31 U.S.C. 9701. the Federal Register (76 FR 18132) on April 1, 2011 without change. * The Regulatory Flexibility Act and Executive Order 12866 Because these amendments merely reflect the agency’s revenue collection functions and rights, and impose no additional regulatory burden on the importing public, pursuant to the provisions of the Regulatory Flexibility Act, 5 U.S.C. 601 et seq., it is certified that the amendments will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. Further, these amendments do not meet the criteria for a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ as specified in Executive Order 12866. Paperwork Reduction Act As there are no new collections of information in this document, the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3507) are inapplicable. Signing Authority This rulemaking is being issued in accordance with 19 CFR 0.1(a)(1), pertaining to the authority of the Secretary of the Treasury (or his/her delegate) to approve regulations related to certain CBP revenue functions. List of Subjects Administrative practice and procedure, Cargo vessels, Customs duties and inspection, Entry, Passenger vessels, Penalties, Repairs, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Shipping, Vessels. 19 CFR Part 24 Accounting, Claims, Customs duties and inspection, Exports, Imports, Interest, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Taxes, User fees, Wages. Amendments to the Regulations For the reasons set forth in the preamble, parts 4 and 24 of title 19 of the CFR (19 CFR Parts 4 and 24) are amended as set forth below. PART 4—VESSELS IN FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC TRADE 1. 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(j) * * * (1) * * * The owner or master of the vessel who fails to timely pay the duty determined to be due is liable for interest as provided in § 24.3a(b)(1) of this chapter. * * * * * PART 24—CUSTOMS FINANCIAL AND ACCOUNTING PROCEDURE 19 CFR Part 4 * * * * * 2. In § 4.14: a. The section heading is revised; b. Paragraph (i)(3) is redesignated as paragraph (i)(4) and a new paragraph (i)(3) is added; and ■ c. Paragraph (j)(1) is amended by adding a new third sentence. The revisions and additions read as follows: ■ ■ ■ * * 16:21 Mar 23, 2012 Jkt 226001 3. The general authority citation for part 24 is revised to read as follows: ■ g. In paragraph (b)(2)(i)(B)(1), by removing the word ‘‘shall’’ and adding in its place the word ‘‘will’’; ■ h. In paragraph (b)(2)(i)(B)(2), by removing the word ‘‘shall’’ and adding in its place the word ‘‘will’’; ■ i. In paragraph (b)(2)(i)(B)(3), by removing the word ‘‘shall’’ wherever it appears and adding in each place the word ‘‘will’’; ■ j. 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[FR Doc. 2012–7229 Filed 3–23–12; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111–14–P Authority: 5 U.S.C. 301; 19 U.S.C. 58a– 58c, 66, 1202 (General Note 3(i), Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, 1505, 1520, 1624; 26 U.S.C. 4461, 4462; 31 U.S.C. 3717, 9701; Pub. L. 107–296, 116 Stat. 2135 (6 U.S.C. 1 et seq.). DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY * 33 CFR Part 117 * * * * 4. Section 24.3a is amended: a. By revising the section heading; b. In paragraph (a): by adding, after the parenthetical phrase that ends with the word ‘‘reliquidation’’, the language ‘‘, or vessel repair duties,’’; and by removing the words ‘‘shall be’’ and adding in their place the word ‘‘are’’; ■ c. In the heading text to paragraph (b)(1), by adding after the word ‘‘for’’ the words ‘‘vessel repair duties,’’; ■ d. In paragraph (b)(2)(i) introductory text, by removing the word ‘‘shall’’ and adding in its place the word ‘‘will’’; ■ e. In paragraph (b)(2)(i)(A), by removing the word ‘‘shall’’ and adding in its place the word ‘‘will’’; ■ f. In paragraph (b)(2)(i)(B) introductory text, by removing the word ‘‘shall’’ and adding in its place the word ‘‘will’’; ■ ■ ■ PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Coast Guard [Docket No. USCG–2012–0153] Drawbridge Operation Regulations; Pequonnock River, Bridgeport, CT, Maintenance Coast Guard, DHS. Notice of temporary deviation from regulations. AGENCY: ACTION: The Commander, First Coast Guard District, has issued a temporary deviation from the regulation governing the operation of the Metro North (Peck) Bridge across the Pequonnock River, mile 0.3, at Bridgeport, Connecticut. The deviation allows the bridge to remain in the closed position to facilitate miter rail repair. DATES: This deviation is effective from April 15, 2012 through June 30, 2012. SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\26MRR1.SGM 26MRR1 Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations Documents mentioned in this preamble as being available in the docket are part of docket USCG–2012– 0153 and are available online at www.regulations.gov, inserting USCG– 2012–0153 in the ‘‘Keyword’’ and then clicking ‘‘Search’’. They are also available for inspection or copying at 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. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this rule, call or email Ms. Judy Leung-Yee, Project Officer, First Coast Guard District, telephone (212) 668–7165, email judy.k.leung-yee@uscg.mil. If you have questions on viewing the docket, call Renee V. Wright, Program Manager, Docket Operations, telephone 202–366– 9826. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Metro North (Peck) Bridge, across the Pequonnock River, mile 0.3, at Bridgeport, Connecticut, has a vertical clearance in the closed position of 26 feet at mean high water and 32 feet at mean low water. The drawbridge operation regulations are listed at 33 CFR 117.219(b). The operator of the bridge, Metro North Railroad, requested a temporary deviation from the regulations to facilitate scheduled bridge maintenance, miter rail repair, at the bridge. The waterway users are recreational vessels and commercial lobster boats. The Metro North (Peck) Bridge rarely opens for vessel traffic. The bridge has received no requests to open during the past three years except for bridge testing and repairs. Under this temporary deviation the Metro North (Peck) Bridge may remain in the closed position from April 15, 2012 through June 30, 2012. Vessels that can pass under the bridge in the closed position may do so at all times. The waterway users were advised of the requested bridge closure and offered no objection. In accordance with 33 CFR 117.35(e), the bridge must return to its regular operating schedule immediately at the end of the designated time period. This deviation from the operating regulations is authorized under 33 CFR 117.35. sroberts on DSK5SPTVN1PROD with RULES ADDRESSES: Dated: March 1, 2012. Gary Kassof, Bridge Program Manager, First Coast Guard District. [FR Doc. 2012–7130 Filed 3–23–12; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110–04–P VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:21 Mar 23, 2012 Jkt 226001 POSTAL SERVICE 39 CFR Parts 4, 6, and 7 Bylaws of the Board of Governors Postal Service. Final rule. AGENCY: ACTION: On March 24, 2010, the Board of Governors of the United States Postal Service adopted a number of amendments to the Board’s Bylaws. These amendments revised and clarified the provisions concerning the election and terms of office of the Board Chairman and Vice-Chairman. 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In part 6 (with a conforming amendment to part 7), the Board added a new § 6.7 to formalize the process for notation voting by paper ballot on routine, noncontroversial, and administrative matters. SUMMARY: List of Subjects in 39 CFR Parts 4, 6, and 7 Administrative practice and procedure, Organization and functions (Government agencies), Postal Service. Accordingly, for the reasons stated, 39 CFR Parts 4, 6, and 7 are amended as follows: PART 4—OFFICIALS (ARTICLE IV) 1. The authority citation for part 4 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 39 U.S.C. 202–205, 401(2), (10), 402, 1003, 3013, 3686. 2. Section 4.1 is revised to read as follows: ■ § 4.1 Chairman. (a) The Chairman of the Board of Governors is elected by the Governors PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 17333 from among the members of the Board. 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[Federal Register Volume 77, Number 58 (Monday, March 26, 2012)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 17332-17333]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2012-7130]


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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 117

[Docket No. USCG-2012-0153]


Drawbridge Operation Regulations; Pequonnock River, Bridgeport, 
CT, Maintenance

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Notice of temporary deviation from regulations.

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SUMMARY: The Commander, First Coast Guard District, has issued a 
temporary deviation from the regulation governing the operation of the 
Metro North (Peck) Bridge across the Pequonnock River, mile 0.3, at 
Bridgeport, Connecticut. The deviation allows the bridge to remain in 
the closed position to facilitate miter rail repair.

DATES: This deviation is effective from April 15, 2012 through June 30, 
2012.

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ADDRESSES: Documents mentioned in this preamble as being available in 
the docket are part of docket USCG-2012-0153 and are available online 
at www.regulations.gov, inserting USCG-2012-0153 in the ``Keyword'' and 
then clicking ``Search''. They are also available for inspection or 
copying at 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.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this rule, 
call or email Ms. Judy Leung-Yee, Project Officer, First Coast Guard 
District, telephone (212) 668-7165, email judy.k.leung-yee@uscg.mil. If 
you have questions on viewing the docket, call Renee V. Wright, Program 
Manager, Docket Operations, telephone 202-366-9826.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Metro North (Peck) Bridge, across the 
Pequonnock River, mile 0.3, at Bridgeport, Connecticut, has a vertical 
clearance in the closed position of 26 feet at mean high water and 32 
feet at mean low water. The drawbridge operation regulations are listed 
at 33 CFR 117.219(b).
    The operator of the bridge, Metro North Railroad, requested a 
temporary deviation from the regulations to facilitate scheduled bridge 
maintenance, miter rail repair, at the bridge.
    The waterway users are recreational vessels and commercial lobster 
boats. The Metro North (Peck) Bridge rarely opens for vessel traffic. 
The bridge has received no requests to open during the past three years 
except for bridge testing and repairs.
    Under this temporary deviation the Metro North (Peck) Bridge may 
remain in the closed position from April 15, 2012 through June 30, 
2012. Vessels that can pass under the bridge in the closed position may 
do so at all times.
    The waterway users were advised of the requested bridge closure and 
offered no objection.
    In accordance with 33 CFR 117.35(e), the bridge must return to its 
regular operating schedule immediately at the end of the designated 
time period. This deviation from the operating regulations is 
authorized under 33 CFR 117.35.

    Dated: March 1, 2012.
Gary Kassof,
Bridge Program Manager, First Coast Guard District.
[FR Doc. 2012-7130 Filed 3-23-12; 8:45 am]
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