Certifications and Exemptions Under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, 43077-43079 [2016-15359]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 127 / Friday, July 1, 2016 / Rules and Regulations 1011; E.O. 13348, 69 FR 44885, 3 CFR, 2004 Comp., p. 189. Subpart G—Penalties 44. Revise the note to paragraph (a)(1) of § 593.701 to read as follows: ■ § 593.701 Penalties. (a) * * * (1) * * * * Note to paragraph (a)(1): As of August 1, 2016, the applicable maximum civil penalty per violation of IEEPA is the greater of $284,582 or an amount that is twice the amount of the transaction that is the basis of the violation with respect to which the penalty is imposed. * * * * * PART 594—GLOBAL TERRORISM SANCTIONS REGULATIONS Authority: 3 U.S.C. 301; 22 U.S.C. 287c; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601–1651, 1701– 1706; Pub. L. 101–410, 104 Stat. 890 (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); Pub. L. 110–96, 121 Stat. 1011; E.O. 13224, 66 FR 49079, 3 CFR, 2001 Comp., p. 786; E.O. 13268, 67 FR 44751, 3 CFR, 2002 Comp., p. 240; E.O. 13284, 68 FR 4075, 3 CFR, 2003 Comp., p. 161; E.O. 13372, 70 FR 8499, 3 CFR, 2006 Comp., p. 159. Subpart G—Penalties 46. Revise the note to paragraph (a)(1) of § 594.701 to read as follows: ■ Penalties. (a) * * * (1) * * * Note to paragraph (a)(1): As of August 1, 2016, the applicable maximum civil penalty per violation of the Act is the greater of $284,582 or an amount that is twice the amount of the transaction that is the basis of the violation with respect to which the penalty is imposed. * * * * * PART 595—TERRORISM SANCTIONS REGULATIONS 47. The authority citation for part 595 continues to read as follows: asabaliauskas on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with RULES ■ Authority: 3 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); 50 U.S.C. 1601–1651, 1701–1706; Pub. L. 101–410, 104 Stat. 890 (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); Pub. L. 110–96, 121 Stat. 1011; E.O. 12947, 60 FR 5079, 3 CFR, 1995 Comp., p. 319; E.O. 13099, 63 FR 45167, 3 CFR, 1998 Comp., p. 208; E.O. 13372, 70 FR 8499, 3 CFR, 2006 Comp., p. 159. Subpart G—Penalties 48. Revise the note to paragraph (a)(1) of § 595.701 to read as follows: ■ § 595.701 Penalties. (a) * * * VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:44 Jun 30, 2016 Jkt 238001 * * * * PART 597—FOREIGN TERRORIST ORGANIZATIONS SANCTIONS REGULATIONS 49. The authority citation for part 597 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 31 U.S.C. 321(b); Pub. L. 101– 410, 104 Stat. 890 (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); Pub. L. 104–132, 110 Stat. 1214, 1248–53 (8 U.S.C. 1189, 18 U.S.C. 2339B). Subpart G—Penalties 45. The authority citation for part 594 continues to read as follows: ■ § 594.701 § 598.701 (1) * * * Note to paragraph (a)(1): As of August 1, 2016, the applicable maximum civil penalty per violation of the Act is the greater of $284,582 or an amount that is twice the amount of the transaction that is the basis of the violation with respect to which the penalty is imposed. 50. Revise paragraph (b) of § 597.701 to read as follows: ■ § 597.701 Penalties. * * * * * (b)(1) Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. 2339B(b), except as authorized by the Secretary of the Treasury, any financial institution that knowingly fails to retain possession of or maintain control over funds in which a foreign terrorist organization or its agent has an interest, or to report the existence of such funds in accordance with these regulations, shall be subject to a civil penalty in an amount that is the greater of the amount set forth in 18 U.S.C. 2339B(b) per violation, or twice the amount of which the financial institution was required to retain possession or control. (2) The civil penalties provided in 18 U.S.C. 2339B(b) are subject to adjustment pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 (Pub. L. 101–410, as amended, 28 U.S.C. 2461 note). Note to paragraph (b): As of August 1, 2016, the applicable maximum civil penalty per violation is $75,122 or twice the amount of which a financial institution was required to retain possession or control. * * * * * PART 598—FOREIGN NARCOTICS KINGPIN SANCTIONS REGULATIONS 51. The authority citation for part 598 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 3 U.S.C. 301; 21 U.S.C. 1901– 1908; 31 U.S.C. 321(b); Pub. L. 101–410, 104 Stat. 890 (28 U.S.C. 2461 note). Subpart G—Penalties. 52. Amend § 598.701 by revising paragraphs (a)(3) and (b) to read as follows: ■ PO 00000 Frm 00095 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 43077 Penalties. (a) * * * (3) A civil penalty not to exceed the amount set forth in section 807 of the Foreign Narcotics Kingpin Designation Act (21 U.S.C. 1901–1908) per violation may be imposed by the Secretary of the Treasury on any person who violates any license, order, rule, or regulation issued in compliance with the provisions of the Foreign Narcotics Kingpin Designation Act. Note to paragraph (a)(3): As of August 1, 2016, the maximum civil penalty is $1,414,020 per violation. (b) Adjustments to penalty amounts. (1) The current civil penalty cap may be adjusted for inflation pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 (Pub. L. 101– 410, as amended, 28 U.S.C. 2461 note). (2) The criminal penalties provided in this part are subject to increase pursuant to 18 U.S.C. 3571. * * * * * John E. Smith, Acting Director, Office of Foreign Assets Control. [FR Doc. 2016–15552 Filed 6–30–16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4810–AL–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Department of the Navy 32 CFR Part 706 Certifications and Exemptions Under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 Department of the Navy, DoD. Final rule. AGENCY: ACTION: The Department of the Navy (DoN) is amending its certifications and exemptions under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (72 COLREGS), to reflect that the Deputy Assistant Judge Advocate General (DAJAG) (Admiralty and Maritime Law) has determined that certain vessels of the VIRGINIA SSN Class are vessels of the Navy which, due to their special construction and purpose, cannot fully comply with certain provisions of the 72 COLREGS without interfering with their special function as a naval ships. The intended effect of this rule is to warn mariners in waters where 72 COLREGS apply. DATES: This rule is effective July 1, 2016 and is applicable beginning June 21, 2016. SUMMARY: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Commander Theron R. Korsak, E:\FR\FM\01JYR1.SGM 01JYR1 43078 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 127 / Friday, July 1, 2016 / Rules and Regulations (Admiralty and Maritime Law), Office of the Judge Advocate General, Department of the Navy, 1322 Patterson Ave. SE., Suite 3000, Washington Navy Yard, DC 20374–5066, telephone 202–685–5040. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Pursuant to the authority granted in 33 U.S.C. 1605, the DoN amends 32 CFR part 706. This amendment provides notice that the DAJAG (Admiralty and Maritime Law), under authority delegated by the Secretary of the Navy, has certified that certain vessels of the SSN Class are vessels of the Navy which, due to their special construction and purpose, cannot fully comply with the following specific provisions of 72 COLREGS without interfering with their special function as a naval ship: Annex I, paragraph 2(a)(i), pertaining to the vertical placement of the masthead light; Annex I, paragraph 2(f)(i), pertaining to VIRGINIA class submarine masthead light location below the submarine identification lights; Annex I, paragraph 2(k), pertaining to the vertical separation of the anchor lights and vertical placement of the forward anchor light above the hull; Annex I, paragraph 3(b), pertaining to the location of the sidelights; and Rule 21(c), pertaining to the location and arc of visibility of the sternlight. The DAJAG (Admiralty and Maritime Law) has also certified that the lights involved are located in closest possible compliance with the applicable 72 COLREGS requirements. Moreover, it has been determined, in accordance with 32 CFR parts 296 and 701, that publication of this amendment for public comment prior to adoption is impracticable, unnecessary, and contrary to public interest since it is based on technical findings that the placement of lights on these vessels in a manner differently from that prescribed herein will adversely affect these vessel’s ability to perform their military functions. PART 706—CERTIFICATIONS AND EXEMPTIONS UNDER THE INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS FOR PREVENTING COLLISIONS AT SEA, 1972 1. The authority citation for part 706 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1605. 2. Section 706.2 is amended by: a. In Table One, adding, in alpha numerical order, by vessel number, the following entries for the SSN class; ■ b. In Table Three, adding, in alpha numerical order, by vessel number, the following entries for the SSN class; ■ c. In Table Four, paragraph 25, by adding, in alpha numerical order, by vessel number, the following entries for the SSN class; and ■ d. In Table Four, paragraph 26, by adding, in alpha numerical order, by vessel number, the following entries for the SSN class. ■ ■ List of Subjects in 32 CFR Part 706 Marine safety, Navigation (water), and Vessels. For the reasons set forth in the preamble, the DoN amends part 706 of title 32 of the Code of Federal Regulations as follows: § 706.2 Certifications of the Secretary of the Navy under Executive Order 11964 and 33 U.S.C. 1605. * * * * * TABLE ONE Distance in meters of forward masthead light below minimum required height. § 2(a)(i) Annex I Vessel Number * * * USS Illinois .............................................................................. USS Washington ..................................................................... * * * SSN 786 .................................................................................. SSN 787 .................................................................................. * * * * * * * * * * * 2.76 2.76 * * TABLE THREE Anchor lights relationship of aft light to forward light in meters 2(K) annex 1 SSN 786 * ........................ * ........................ * 205.0° 4.37 11.05 2.8 * 0.30 below. SSN 787 ........................ ........................ 206.8° 4.37 11.05 2.8 0.30 below. * asabaliauskas on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with RULES Forward anchor light, height above hull in meters; 2(K) annex 1 Stern light arc of visibility; rule 21(c) Number USS Illinois. USS Washington. * * Stern light, distance forward of stern in meters; rule 21(c) Side lights arc of visibility; rule 21(b) Vessel * Side lights, distance inboard of ship’s sides in meters 3(b) nnex 1 Masthead lights arc of visibility; rule 21(a) * * VerDate Sep<11>2014 * * * 16:44 Jun 30, 2016 * * * * * 25. * * * Jkt 238001 PO 00000 Frm 00096 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\01JYR1.SGM 01JYR1 * 43079 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 127 / Friday, July 1, 2016 / Rules and Regulations TABLE FOUR Distance in meters of masthead light below the submarine identification lights Vessel Number * * * USS Illinois .................................................................................. USS Washington ......................................................................... * * * SSN 786 ..................................................................................... SSN 787 ..................................................................................... * 0.81 0.81 26. * * * TABLE FOUR Obstruction angle relative to ship’s headings Vessel Number Forward anchor light * * * USS Illinois ................................................................ USS Washington ....................................................... * * * * * Notice of enforcement of regulations. ACTION: Approved: June 21, 2016. C. J. Spain, Deputy Assistant Judge Advocate General (Admiralty and Maritime Law), Acting. Dated: June 23, 2016. N. A. Hagerty-Ford, Commander, Judge Advocate General’s Corps, U.S. Navy, Federal Register Liaison Officer. [FR Doc. 2016–15359 Filed 6–30–16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3810–FF–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard 33 CFR Parts 100 and 165 [Docket No. USCG–2015–1052] Special Local Regulations and Safety Zones; Recurring Events Held in the Coast Guard Sector Northern New England Captain of the Port Zone AGENCY: * * SSN 786 .................................................................... SSN 787 .................................................................... Coast Guard, DHS. The Coast Guard will enforce the events outlined in Tables 1 and 2 taking place throughout the Sector Northern New England Captain of the Port (COTP) Zone. This action is necessary to protect marine traffic and spectators from the hazards associated with powerboat races, regattas, boat parades, rowing and paddling boat races, swim events, and fireworks displays. During the enforcement period, no person or vessel may transit this regulated area without approval from the Captain of the Port or a designated representative. DATES: The regulations in 33 CFR 100.120 and 33 CFR 165.171 will be enforced for the Special Local Regulations and Safety Zones identified in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below for the dates and times specified. SUMMARY: * 172° to 188° ..... 172° to 188° ..... Aft anchor light * 359° to 1°. 359° to 1°. enforcement, call or email Chief Chris Bains, Waterways Management Division, U.S. Coast Guard, Sector Northern New England; telephone at 207–347–5003 or email at marineeventsnne@uscg.mil. The Coast Guard will enforce the special local regulations and safety zones listed in 33 CFR 100.120 and 33 CFR 165.171. These regulations will be enforced for the duration of each event, on or about the dates indicated in TABLES 1 and 2. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: If you have questions about this notice of FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: asabaliauskas on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with RULES TABLE 1—(33 CFR 100.120) JUNE Charlie Begin Memorial Lobster Boat Races ........................................... VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:44 Jun 30, 2016 Jkt 238001 PO 00000 Frm 00097 Fmt 4700 • • • • • Event Type: Power Boat Race. Sponsor: Boothbay Harbor Lobster Boat Committee. Date: June 18, 2016. Time: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Location: The regulated area includes all waters of Boothbay Harbor, Maine in the vicinity of John’s Island within the following points (NAD 83): 43°50′04″ N., 069°38′37″ W. Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\01JYR1.SGM 01JYR1

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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 127 (Friday, July 1, 2016)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 43077-43079]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2016-15359]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Department of the Navy

32 CFR Part 706


Certifications and Exemptions Under the International Regulations 
for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972

AGENCY: Department of the Navy, DoD.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: The Department of the Navy (DoN) is amending its 
certifications and exemptions under the International Regulations for 
Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (72 COLREGS), to reflect that the 
Deputy Assistant Judge Advocate General (DAJAG) (Admiralty and Maritime 
Law) has determined that certain vessels of the VIRGINIA SSN Class are 
vessels of the Navy which, due to their special construction and 
purpose, cannot fully comply with certain provisions of the 72 COLREGS 
without interfering with their special function as a naval ships. The 
intended effect of this rule is to warn mariners in waters where 72 
COLREGS apply.

DATES: This rule is effective July 1, 2016 and is applicable beginning 
June 21, 2016.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Commander Theron R. Korsak,

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(Admiralty and Maritime Law), Office of the Judge Advocate General, 
Department of the Navy, 1322 Patterson Ave. SE., Suite 3000, Washington 
Navy Yard, DC 20374-5066, telephone 202-685-5040.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Pursuant to the authority granted in 33 
U.S.C. 1605, the DoN amends 32 CFR part 706.
    This amendment provides notice that the DAJAG (Admiralty and 
Maritime Law), under authority delegated by the Secretary of the Navy, 
has certified that certain vessels of the SSN Class are vessels of the 
Navy which, due to their special construction and purpose, cannot fully 
comply with the following specific provisions of 72 COLREGS without 
interfering with their special function as a naval ship: Annex I, 
paragraph 2(a)(i), pertaining to the vertical placement of the masthead 
light; Annex I, paragraph 2(f)(i), pertaining to VIRGINIA class 
submarine masthead light location below the submarine identification 
lights; Annex I, paragraph 2(k), pertaining to the vertical separation 
of the anchor lights and vertical placement of the forward anchor light 
above the hull; Annex I, paragraph 3(b), pertaining to the location of 
the sidelights; and Rule 21(c), pertaining to the location and arc of 
visibility of the sternlight. The DAJAG (Admiralty and Maritime Law) 
has also certified that the lights involved are located in closest 
possible compliance with the applicable 72 COLREGS requirements.
    Moreover, it has been determined, in accordance with 32 CFR parts 
296 and 701, that publication of this amendment for public comment 
prior to adoption is impracticable, unnecessary, and contrary to public 
interest since it is based on technical findings that the placement of 
lights on these vessels in a manner differently from that prescribed 
herein will adversely affect these vessel's ability to perform their 
military functions.

List of Subjects in 32 CFR Part 706

    Marine safety, Navigation (water), and Vessels.

    For the reasons set forth in the preamble, the DoN amends part 706 
of title 32 of the Code of Federal Regulations as follows:

PART 706--CERTIFICATIONS AND EXEMPTIONS UNDER THE INTERNATIONAL 
REGULATIONS FOR PREVENTING COLLISIONS AT SEA, 1972

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1. The authority citation for part 706 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  33 U.S.C. 1605.

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2. Section 706.2 is amended by:
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a. In Table One, adding, in alpha numerical order, by vessel number, 
the following entries for the SSN class;
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b. In Table Three, adding, in alpha numerical order, by vessel number, 
the following entries for the SSN class;
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c. In Table Four, paragraph 25, by adding, in alpha numerical order, by 
vessel number, the following entries for the SSN class; and
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d. In Table Four, paragraph 26, by adding, in alpha numerical order, by 
vessel number, the following entries for the SSN class.


Sec.  706.2  Certifications of the Secretary of the Navy under 
Executive Order 11964 and 33 U.S.C. 1605.

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                                Table One
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                                                          Distance in
                                                       meters of forward
                                                         masthead light
             Vessel                      Number          below minimum
                                                        required height.
                                                         Sec.   2(a)(i)
                                                            Annex I
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USS Illinois....................  SSN 786............               2.76
USS Washington..................  SSN 787............               2.76
 
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                                                                                           Table Three
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                                                                                                                    Side lights,    Stern light,       Forward
                                                                      Masthead       Side lights     Stern light      distance        distance      anchor light,   Anchor lights  relationship
                                                                    lights arc of      arc of          arc of        inboard of      forward of     height above     of  aft light to  forward
                Vessel                            Number             visibility;     visibility;     visibility;    ship's sides      stern in         hull in      light in  meters 2(K)  annex
                                                                     rule 21(a)      rule 21(b)      rule 21(c)      in  meters     meters;  rule   meters; 2(K)                 1
                                                                                                                    3(b)  annex 1       21(c)          annex 1
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USS Illinois..........................  SSN 786..................  ..............  ..............      205.0[deg]            4.37           11.05             2.8  0.30 below.
USS Washington........................  SSN 787..................  ..............  ..............      206.8[deg]            4.37           11.05             2.8  0.30 below.
 
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                               Table Four
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                                                            Distance in
                                                             meters of
                                                          masthead light
              Vessel                       Number            below the
                                                             submarine
                                                          identification
                                                               lights
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                              * * * * * * *
USS Illinois......................  SSN 786.............            0.81
USS Washington....................  SSN 787.............            0.81
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    26. * * *

                                                   Table Four
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                                                               Obstruction angle relative to ship's headings
              Vessel                        Number        ------------------------------------------------------
                                                              Forward anchor light          Aft anchor light
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                                                  * * * * * * *
USS Illinois......................  SSN 786..............  172[deg] to 188[deg]......  359[deg] to 1[deg].
USS Washington....................  SSN 787..............  172[deg] to 188[deg]......  359[deg] to 1[deg].
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    Approved: June 21, 2016.
C. J. Spain,
Deputy Assistant Judge Advocate General (Admiralty and Maritime Law), 
Acting.
    Dated: June 23, 2016.
N. A. Hagerty-Ford,
Commander, Judge Advocate General's Corps, U.S. Navy, Federal Register 
Liaison Officer.
[FR Doc. 2016-15359 Filed 6-30-16; 8:45 am]
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