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[Docket No. DHS–2016–0034]
RIN 1601–AA80
Civil Monetary Penalty Adjustments for
Inflation
Department of Homeland
Security.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
This Final Rule finalizes the
Department of Homeland Security’s
(DHS) Interim Final Rule that adjusted
DHS civil monetary penalties for
inflation. The Federal Civil Penalties
Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements
Act of 2015 (2015 Act) was signed into
law on November 2, 2015. Using the
formula in the 2015 Act and guidance
from the Office of Management and
Budget (OMB), DHS calculated adjusted
penalties. On July 1, 2016, DHS
published an Interim Final Rule setting
forth the adjusted civil penalty amounts,
effective for civil penalties assessed
after August 1, 2016 whose associated
violations occurred after November 2,
2015.
Pursuant to the 2015 Act, all agencies
must adjust civil monetary penalties
annually and publish the adjustment in
the Federal Register. Accordingly, this
Final Rule adjusts DHS’s civil monetary
penalties pursuant to the 2015 Act and
OMB guidance. The new penalties will
be effective for penalties assessed after
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SUMMARY:
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January 27, 2017 whose associated
violations occurred after November 2,
2015. DHS also announces that it will
make its required annual adjustment of
civil monetary penalties in future years
by publication of a Final Rule
notwithstanding the notice and
comment provisions of the
Administrative Procedure Act.
DATES: This rule is effective on January
27, 2017.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Megan Westmoreland, AttorneyAdvisor, Office of the General Counsel,
U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Phone: 202–447–4384.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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I. Statutory and Regulatory Background
II. Overview of Final Rule
III. Adjustments by Component
A. National Protection and Programs
Directorate
B. U.S. Customs and Border Protection
C. U.S. Immigration and Customs
Enforcement
D. U.S. Coast Guard
E. Transportation Security Administration
IV. Discussion of Public Comments
V. Administrative Procedure Act
VI. Regulatory Analyses
A. Executive Orders 12866 and 13563
B. Regulatory Flexibility Act
C. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
D. Paperwork Reduction Act
I. Statutory and Regulatory Background
On November 2, 2015, the President
signed into law the Federal Civil
Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act
Improvements Act of 2015 (Pub. L. 114–
74 section 701 (Nov. 2, 2105)) (2015
Act).1 The 2015 Act amended the
Federal Civil Penalties Inflation
Adjustment Act of 1990 (28 U.S.C. 2461
note) to improve the effectiveness of
civil monetary penalties and to maintain
their deterrent effect. The 2015 Act
required agencies to: (1) Adjust the level
of civil monetary penalties with an
initial ‘‘catch-up’’ adjustment through
issuance of an Interim Final Rule (IFR)
and (2) make subsequent annual
adjustments for inflation. Through the
‘‘catch-up’’ adjustment, agencies were
required to adjust the maximum
amounts of civil monetary penalties to
more accurately reflect inflation rates.
The 2015 Act required that agencies
1 The 2015 Act was enacted as part of the
Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015, Public Law 114–74
(Nov. 2, 2015).
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publish their IFRs in the Federal
Register no later than July 1, 2016 and
that the adjusted amounts were to take
effect no later than August 1, 2016.
For the subsequent annual
adjustments, the 2015 Act requires
agencies to increase the penalty
amounts by a cost-of-living adjustment.
The 2015 Act directs OMB to provide
guidance to agencies each year to assist
agencies in making the annual
adjustments. The 2015 Act requires
agencies to make the annual
adjustments no later than January 15 of
each year and to publish the
adjustments in the Federal Register.
Pursuant to the 2015 Act, DHS
undertook a review of the civil penalties
that DHS and its components
administer.2 On July 1, 2016, DHS
published an IFR adjusting the civil
monetary penalties with an initial
‘‘catch-up’’ adjustment, as required by
the 2015 Act. See 81 FR 42987. DHS
calculated the adjusted penalties based
upon nondiscretionary provisions in the
2015 Act and upon guidance that OMB
issued to agencies on February 25,
2016.3 The adjusted penalties were
effective for civil penalties assessed
after August 1, 2016 (the effective date
of the IFR) whose associated violations
occurred after November 2, 2015 (the
date of enactment of the 2015 Act). DHS
published a correction to the IFR on
August 23, 2016 to correct one
amendatory instruction. See 81 FR
57442.
II. Overview of the Final Rule
This rule adopts, as final, the civil
monetary penalty adjustment
methodology that DHS announced in
the IFR. This Final Rule also makes the
2017 annual inflation adjustment
pursuant to the 2015 Act and pursuant
to guidance OMB issued to agencies on
2 The 2015 Act applies to all agency civil
penalties except for any penalty (including any
addition to tax and additional amount) under the
Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 1 et seq.)
and the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1202 et seq.).
See sec. 4(a)(1) of the 2015 Act. In the case of DHS,
several civil penalties that are collected by U.S.
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the U.S.
Coast Guard fall under the Tariff Act of 1930, and
thus DHS did not adjust those civil penalties in this
rulemaking.
3 OMB, Implementation of the Federal Civil
Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements
Act of 2015, Table A, 24 February 2016. https://
www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/
memoranda/2016/m-16-06.pdf.
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December 16, 2016.4 Where applicable,
we have finalized conforming edits to
regulatory text. The penalty amounts in
this Final Rule will be effective for
penalties assessed after January 27, 2017
where the associated violation occurred
after November 2, 2015. Consistent with
OMB guidance, the 2015 Act does not
change previously assessed penalties
that the agency is actively collecting or
has collected.
The IFR established the initial ‘‘catchup’’ adjustment for all civil penalties
that DHS and its components
administer. This Final Rule makes the
next adjustment to the amounts,
pursuant to the 2015 Act and upon
OMB guidance. The adjusted penalty
amounts will apply to penalties
assessed after the effective date of this
Final Rule. We discuss civil penalties by
DHS component in Section III below.
For each component identified in
Section III, below, we briefly describe
the relevant civil penalty (or penalties),
and we provide a table showing the
increase in the penalties for 2017. In the
table for each component, we show (1)
the penalty name, (2) the penalty
statutory and/or regulatory citation, (3)
the penalty amount as adjusted in the
IFR, (4) the cost-of-living adjustment
multiplier for 2017 that OMB provided
in its December 16, 2016 guidance, and
(5) the new 2017 adjusted penalty. For
a more complete discussion of the
method used for calculating the initial
‘‘catch-up’’ inflation adjustments and a
component-by-component breakdown to
the nature of the civil penalties and
relevant legal authorities, please see the
IFR preamble at 81 FR 42987–43000.
III. Adjustments by Component
In the following sections, we briefly
describe the civil penalties that DHS
and its components assess. We include
tables at the end of each section, which
list the individual adjustments for each
penalty.
A. National Protection and Programs
Directorate
The National Protection and Programs
Directorate (NPPD) administers only one
civil penalty that the 2015 Act affects.
That penalty assesses fines for
violations of the Chemical Facility AntiTerrorism Standards (CFATS). CFATS is
a program that regulates the security of
chemical facilities that, in the discretion
of the Secretary, present high levels of
security risk. DHS established the
CFATS program in 2007 pursuant to
section 550 of the Department of
Homeland Security Appropriations Act
of 2007 (Pub. L. 109–295).5 The CFATS
regulation is located in part 27 of title
6 of the Code of Federal Regulations
(CFR).
TABLE 1—CFATS CIVIL PENALTY ADJUSTMENT
Penalty name
Citation
Penalty amount as adjusted in the
2016 IFR
Penalty for non-compliance with
CFATS regulations.
6 U.S.C. 624(b)(1); ........................
6 CFR 27.300(b)(3) ........................
$32,796 per day .............................
Multiplier *
1.01636
New penalty
as adjusted by
this final rule
$33,333
* OMB, Implementation of the 2017 annual adjustment pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of
2015, December 16, 2016. https://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/memoranda/2017/m-17-11_0.pdf.
B. U.S. Customs and Border Protection
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
(CBP) assesses civil monetary penalties
for certain violations of title 8 of the
CFR regarding the Immigration and
Nationality Act of 1952 (Pub. L. 82–414,
as amended) (INA). The INA contains
provisions that impose penalties on
persons, including carriers and aliens,
who violate specified provisions of the
INA. CBP’s relevant penalty provisions
are located in numerous sections of the
INA, however CBP has enumerated
these penalties in regulation in one
location—in 8 CFR 280.53. For a
complete list of the INA sections for
which penalties are assessed, in
addition to a brief description of each
violation, see the IFR preamble at 81 FR
42989–42990. Below is a table showing
the 2017 adjustment for the penalties
that CBP administers.
TABLE 2—U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION CIVIL PENALTIES ADJUSTMENTS
Penalty name
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Penalties for non-compliance
with arrival and departure
manifest requirements for
passengers, crewmembers,
or occupants transported on
commercial vessels or aircraft arriving to or departing
from the United States.
Penalties for non-compliance
with landing requirements
at designated ports of entry
for aircraft transporting
aliens.
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Multiplier *
New penalty as adjusted by
this final rule
8 U.S.C. 1221(g); 8 CFR
280.53(c)(1) (INA section
231(g)).
$1,312 ....................................
1.01636
$1,333
8 U.S.C. 1224; 8 CFR
280.53(c)(2) (INA section
234).
3,563 ......................................
1.01636
3,621
4 OMB, Implementation of the 2017 annual
adjustment pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties
Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of
2015, December 16, 2016. https://
www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/
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Penalty amount as adjusted
in the 2016 IFR
Citation
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memoranda/2017/m-17-11_0.pdf (last accessed Dec.
21, 2016).
5 Section 550 has since been superseded by the
Protecting and Securing Chemical Facilities from
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Terrorist Attacks Act of 2014 (Pub. L. 113–254). The
new legislation codified the statutory authority for
the CFATS program within Title XXI of the
Homeland Security Act of 2002, as amended. See
6 U.S.C. 621 et seq.
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Citation
Penalty amount as adjusted
in the 2016 IFR
8 U.S.C. 1229c(d); 8 CFR
280.53(c)(3) (INA section
240B(d)).
8 U.S.C. 1253(c)(1)(A); 8
CFR 280.53(c)(4) (INA section 243(c)(1)(A)).
1,502–7,512 ...........................
1.01636
1,527–7,635
3,005 ......................................
1.01636
3,054
8 U.S.C. 1253(c)(1)(B); 8
CFR 280.53(c)(4) (INA section 243(c)(1)(B)).
8 U.S.C. 1281(d); 8 CFR
280.53(c)(5) (INA section
251(d)).
7,512 ......................................
1.01636
7,635
356 for each alien ..................
1.01636
362 for each alien
8 U.S.C. 1281(d); 8 CFR
280.53(c)(5) (INA section
251(d)).
8,908 ......................................
1.01636
9,054
8 U.S.C. 1284(a); 8 CFR
280.53(c)(6) (INA section
254(a)).
8 U.S.C. 1285; 8 CFR
280.53(c)(7) (INA section
255).
891–5,345 ..............................
1.01636
906–5,432
1,782 ......................................
1.01636
1,811
8 U.S.C. 1286; 8 CFR
280.53(c)(8) (INA section
256).
8 U.S.C. 1287; 8 CFR
280.53(c)(9) (INA section
257).
2,672–5,345 ...........................
1.01636
2,716–5,432
17,816 ....................................
1.01636
18,107
8 U.S.C. 1321(a); 8 CFR
280.53(c)(10) (INA section
271(a)).
8 U.S.C. 1322(a); 8 CFR
280.53(c)(11) (INA section
272(a)).
5,345 ......................................
1.01636
5,432
5,345 ......................................
1.01636
5,432
8 U.S.C. 1323(b); 8 CFR
280.53(c)(12) (INA section
273(b)).
8 U.S.C. 1324d; 8 CFR
280.53(c)(13) (INA section
274D).
8 U.S.C. 1325(b); 8 CFR
280.53(c)(14) (INA section
275(b)).
5,345 ......................................
1.01636
5,432
751 .........................................
1.01636
763
75–376 ...................................
1.01636
76–382
Penalty name
Penalties for failure to depart
voluntarily.
Penalties for violations of removal orders relating to
aliens transported on vessels or aircraft under section 241(d) of the INA, or
for costs associated with removal under section 241(e)
of the INA.
Penalties for failure to remove
alien stowaways under section 241(d)(2) of the INA.
Penalties for failure to report
an illegal landing or desertion of alien crewmen, and
for each alien not reported
on arrival or departure
manifest or lists required in
accordance with section
251 of the INA.
Penalties for use of alien
crewmen for longshore
work in violation of section
251(d) of the INA.
Penalties for failure to control,
detain, or remove alien
crewmen.
Penalties for employment on
passenger vessels of aliens
afflicted with certain disabilities.
Penalties for discharge of
alien crewmen.
Penalties for bringing into the
United States alien crewmen with intent to evade
immigration laws.
Penalties for failure to prevent
the unauthorized landing of
aliens.
Penalties for bringing to the
United States aliens subject
to denial of admission on a
health-related ground.
Penalties for bringing to the
United States aliens without
required documentation.
Penalties for failure to depart
Penalties for improper entry ...
Multiplier *
New penalty as adjusted by
this final rule
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* OMB, Implementation of the 2017 annual adjustment pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of
2015, December 16, 2016. https://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/memoranda/2017/m-17-11_0.pdf.
C. U.S. Immigration and Customs
Enforcement
U.S. Immigration and Customs
Enforcement (ICE) assesses civil
monetary penalties for certain
employment-related violations arising
from the INA. ICE’s civil penalties are
located in title 8 of the CFR.
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There are three different sections in
the INA that impose civil monetary
penalties for violations of the laws that
relate to employment actions: Sections
274A, 274B, and 274C. ICE has primary
enforcement responsibilities for two of
these civil penalty provisions (sections
274A and 274C), and the Department of
Justice (DOJ) has enforcement
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responsibilities for one of these civil
penalty provisions (section 274B). The
INA, in sections 274A and 274C,
provides for imposition of civil
penalties for various specified unlawful
acts pertaining to the employment
eligibility verification process (Form I–
9, Employment Eligibility Verification)
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and the employment of unauthorized
aliens.
Because both DHS and DOJ
implement the three employmentrelated penalty sections in the INA, both
Departments are codifying the civil
penalty amounts in their implementing
regulations. For a complete description
of the civil money penalties assessed
and a discussion of DHS’s and DOJ’s
efforts to update the penalties in years
past, see the IFR preamble at 81 FR
42991. Below is a table showing the
2017 adjustment for the penalties that
ICE administers.
TABLE 3—U.S. IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT CIVIL PENALTIES ADJUSTMENTS
Penalty
amount as
adjusted in the
2016 IFR
Multiplier *
New penalty
as adjusted by
this final rule
Penalty name
Citation
Civil penalties for violation of Immigration and Naturalization
Act (INA) sections 274C(a)(1)–(a)(4), penalty for first offense.
Civil penalties for violation of Immigration and Naturalization
Act (INA) sections 274C(a)(5)–(a)(6), penalty for first offense.
Civil penalties for violation of Immigration and Naturalization
Act (INA) sections 274C(a)(1)–(a)(4), penalty for subsequent offenses.
Civil penalties for violation of Immigration and Naturalization
Act (INA) sections 274C(a)(5)–(a)(6), penalty for subsequent offenses.
Violation/prohibition of indemnity bonds .................................
Civil penalties for knowingly hiring, recruiting, referral, or retention of unauthorized aliens—Penalty for first offense
(per unauthorized alien).
Penalty for second offense (per unauthorized alien) ..............
Penalty for third or subsequent offense (per unauthorized
alien).
Civil penalties for I–9 paperwork violations ............................
8 CFR 270.3(b)(1)(ii)(A) .........
$445–$3,563
1.01636
$452–$3,621
8 CFR 270.3(b)(1)(ii)(B) .........
376–3,005
1.01636
382–3,054
8 CFR 270.3(b)(1)(ii)(C) .........
3,563–8,908
1.01636
3,621–9,054
8 CFR 270.3(b)(1)(ii)(D) .........
3,005–7,512
1.01636
3,054–7,635
8 CFR 274a.8(b) ....................
8 CFR 274a.10(b)(1)(ii)(A) .....
2,156
539–4,313
1.01636
1.01636
2,191
548–4,384
8 CFR 274a.10(b)(1)(ii)(B) .....
8 CFR 274a.10(b)(1)(ii)(C) .....
4,313–10,781
6,469–21,563
1.01636
1.01636
4,384–10,957
6,575–21,916
8 CFR 274a.10(b)(2) .............
216–2,156
1.01636
220–2,191
*OMB, Implementation of the 2017 annual adjustment pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of
2015, December 16, 2016. https://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/memoranda/2017/m-17-11_0.pdf.
D. U.S. Coast Guard
The Coast Guard is authorized to
assess close to 150 penalties involving
maritime safety and security and
environmental stewardship that are
critical to the continued success of
Coast Guard missions. Various statutes
in titles 14, 16, 19, 33, 42, 46, and 49
of the United States Code authorize
these penalties. Titles 33 and 46
authorize the vast majority of these
penalties as these statutes deal with
navigation, navigable waters, and
shipping. Beyond titles 33 and 46, the
Coast Guard is also authorized to collect
civil monetary penalties related to the
organization and management of the
Coast Guard, aquatic species
conservation, obstruction of revenue,
and hazardous substances and
materials. For a complete discussion of
the civil monetary penalties assessed by
the Coast Guard, see the IFR preamble
at 81 FR 42992.
The Coast Guard has identified the
penalties it administers, adjusted those
penalties for inflation, and is listing
those new penalties in a table located in
the CFR—specifically, Table 1 in 33
CFR 27.3. Table 1 in 33 CFR 27.3
identifies the statutes that provide the
Coast Guard with civil monetary penalty
authority and sets out the inflationadjusted maximum penalty that the
Coast Guard may impose pursuant to
each statutory provision. Table 1 in 33
CFR 27.3 provides the current
maximum penalty for violations that
occurred after November 2, 2015. The
applicable civil penalty amounts for
violations occurring on or before
November 2, 2015 are set forth in
previously published regulations
amending 33 CFR part 27. To find the
applicable penalty amount for a
violation that occurred on or before
November 2, 2015, look to the prior
versions of the CFR that pertain to the
date on which the violation occurred.
Table 4 below shows the 2017
adjustment for the penalties that the
Coast Guard administers.
TABLE 4—U.S. COAST GUARD CIVIL PENALTIES ADJUSTMENTS
Penalty
amount as
adjusted in
the 2016 IFR
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Citation
Saving Life and Property ................................
Saving Life and Property; Intentional Interference with Broadcast.
Confidentiality of Medical Quality Assurance
Records (first offense).
Confidentiality of Medical Quality Assurance
Records (subsequent offenses).
Aquatic Nuisance Species in Waters of the
United States.
14 U.S.C. 88(c) ..............................................
14 U.S.C. 88(e) ..............................................
$10,017
1,028
1.01636
1.01636
$10,181
1,045
14 U.S.C. 645(i); 33 CFR 27.3 ......................
5,032
1.01636
5,114
14 U.S.C. 645(i); 33 CFR 27.3 ......................
33,546
1.01636
34,095
16 U.S.C. 4711(g)(1); 33 CFR 27.3 ...............
37,561
1.01636
38,175
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New penalty
as adjusted by
this final rule
Penalty name
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Penalty
amount as
adjusted in
the 2016 IFR
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Citation
Obstruction of Revenue Officers by Masters
of Vessels.
Obstruction of Revenue Officers by Masters
of Vessels-Minimum Penalty.
Failure to Stop Vessel When Directed; Master, Owner, Operator or Person in Charge.
Failure to Stop Vessel When Directed; Master, Owner, Operator or Person in ChargeMinimum Penalty.
Anchorage Ground/Harbor Regulations General.
Anchorage Ground/Harbor Regulations St.
Mary’s river.
Bridges/Failure to Comply with Regulations ...
Bridges/Drawbridges .......................................
Bridges/Failure to Alter Bridge Obstructing
Navigation.
Bridges/Maintenance and Operation ..............
Bridge to Bridge Communication; Master,
Person in Charge or Pilot.
Bridge to Bridge Communication; Vessel .......
PWSA Regulations .........................................
Vessel Navigation: Regattas or Marine Parades; Unlicensed Person in Charge.
Vessel Navigation: Regattas or Marine Parades; Owner Onboard Vessel.
Vessel Navigation: Regattas or Marine Parades; Other Persons.
Oil/Hazardous
Substances:
Discharges
(Class I per violation).
Oil/Hazardous
Substances:
Discharges
(Class I total under paragraph).
Oil/Hazardous
Substances:
Discharges
(Class II per day of violation).
Oil/Hazardous
Substances:
Discharges
(Class II total under paragraph).
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (per
day of violation) Judicial Assessment.
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (per
barrel of oil or unit discharged) Judicial Assessment.
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Failure to Carry
Out Removal/Comply With Order (Judicial
Assessment).
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Failure to Comply
with Regulation Issued Under 1321(j) (Judicial Assessment).
Oil/Hazardous
Substances:
Discharges,
Gross Negligence (per barrel of oil or unit
discharged) Judicial Assessment.
Oil/Hazardous
Substances:
Discharges,
Gross Negligence-Minimum Penalty (Judicial Assessment).
Marine Sanitation Devices; Operating ............
Marine Sanitation Devices; Sale or Manufacture.
International Navigation Rules; Operator .......
International Navigation Rules; Vessel ...........
Pollution from Ships; General .........................
Pollution from Ships; False Statement ...........
Inland Navigation Rules; Operator .................
Inland Navigation Rules; Vessel .....................
Shore Protection; General ..............................
Shore Protection; Operating Without Permit ..
Oil Pollution Liability and Compensation ........
Clean Hulls ......................................................
Clean Hulls-related to false statements ..........
Clean Hulls-Recreational Vessel ....................
19 U.S.C. 70; 33 CFR 27.3 ...........................
7,500
1.01636
7,623
19 U.S.C. 70; 33 CFR 27.3 ...........................
1,750
1.01636
1,779
19 U.S.C. 1581(d) ..........................................
** 5,000
N/A
** 5,000
19 U.S.C. 1581(d) ..........................................
** 1,000
N/A
** 1,000
33 U.S.C. 471; 33 CFR 27.3 .........................
10,875
1.01636
11,053
33 U.S.C. 474; 33 CFR 27.3 .........................
750
1.01636
762
33 U.S.C. 495(b); 33 CFR 27.3 .....................
33 U.S.C. 499(c); 33 CFR 27.3 .....................
33 U.S.C. 502(c); 33 CFR 27.3 .....................
27,455
27,455
27,455
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
27,904
27,904
27,904
33 U.S.C. 533(b); 33 CFR 27.3 .....................
33 U.S.C. 1208(a); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
27,455
2,000
1.01636
1.01636
27,904
2,033
33 U.S.C. 1208(b); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
33 U.S.C. 1232(a); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
33 U.S.C. 1236(b); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
2,000
88,613
8,908
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
2,033
90,063
9,054
33 U.S.C. 1236(c); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
8,908
1.01636
9,054
33 U.S.C. 1236(d); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
4,454
1.01636
4,527
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(6)(B)(i); 33 CFR 27.3 .......
17,816
1.01636
18,107
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(6)(B)(i); 33 CFR 27.3 .......
44,539
1.01636
45,268
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(6)(B)(ii); 33 CFR 27.3 ......
17,816
1.01636
18,107
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(6)(B)(ii); 33 CFR 27.3 ......
222,695
1.01636
226,338
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(A); 33 CFR 27.3 ..........
44,539
1.01636
45,268
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(A); 33 CFR 27.3 ..........
1,782
1.01636
1,811
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(B); 33 CFR 27.3 ..........
44,539
1.01636
45,268
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(C); 33 CFR 27.3 ..........
44,539
1.01636
45,268
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(D); 33 CFR 27.3 ..........
5,345
1.01636
5,432
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(D); 33 CFR 27.3 ..........
178,156
1.01636
181,071
33 U.S.C. 1322(j); 33 CFR 27.3 ....................
33 U.S.C. 1322(j); 33 CFR 27.3 ....................
7,500
20,000
1.01636
1.01636
7,623
20,327
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14,023
70,117
14,023
14,023
14,023
49,467
19,787
44,539
40,779
54,373
5,437
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
14,252
14,252
71,264
14,252
14,252
14,252
50,276
20,111
45,268
41,446
55,263
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Hazardous Substances, Releases, Liability,
Compensation (Class I).
Hazardous Substances, Releases, Liability,
Compensation (Class II).
Hazardous Substances, Releases, Liability,
Compensation (Class II subsequent offense).
Hazardous Substances, Releases, Liability,
Compensation (Judicial Assessment).
Hazardous Substances, Releases, Liability,
Compensation (Judicial Assessment subsequent offense).
Safe Containers for International Cargo .........
42 U.S.C. 9609(a); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
53,907
1.01636
54,789
42 U.S.C. 9609(b); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
53,907
1.01636
54,789
42 U.S.C. 9609(b); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
161,721
1.01636
164,367
42 U.S.C. 9609(c); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
53,907
1.01636
54,789
42 U.S.C. 9609(c); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
161,721
1.01636
164,367
46 U.S.C. App 1505(a)(2) (codified as 46
USC 80509); 33 CFR 27.3.
46 U.S.C. App 1805(c)(2) (codified 46 USC
70305); 33 CFR 27.3.
46 U.S.C. 2110(e); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
46 U.S.C. 2115; 33 CFR 27.3 .......................
46 U.S.C. 2302(a); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
46 U.S.C. 2302(a); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
46 U.S.C. 2302(c)(1); 33 CFR 27.3 ...............
5,893
1.01636
5,989
58,929
1.01636
59,893
8,908
7,251
6,559
32,796
7,251
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
9,054
7,370
6,666
33,333
7,370
46 U.S.C. 2306(a)(4); 33 CFR 27.3 ...............
11,293
1.01636
11,478
46
46
46
46
46
46
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3102(c)(1); 33 CFR 27.3 ...............
3302(i)(5); 33 CFR 27.3 ................
3318(a); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
3318(g); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
3318(h); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
2,259
11,293
2,355
11,293
11,293
2,259
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
2,296
11,478
2,394
11,478
11,478
2,296
46 U.S.C. 3318(i); 33 CFR 27.3 ....................
2,259
1.01636
2,296
46 U.S.C. 3318(j)(1); 33 CFR 27.3 ................
46 U.S.C. 3318(j)(1); 33 CFR 27.3 ................
46 U.S.C. 3318(k); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
22,587
4,517
22,587
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
22,957
4,591
22,957
46 U.S.C. 3318(l); 33 CFR 27.3 ....................
11,293
1.01636
11,478
46
46
46
46
3502(e); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
3504(c); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
3504(c); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
3506; 33 CFR 27.3 .......................
235
23,548
1,177
471
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
239
23,933
1,196
479
46 U.S.C. 3718(a)(1); 33 CFR 27.3 ...............
46 U.S.C. 4106; 33 CFR 27.3 .......................
46 U.S.C. 4311(b)(1); 33 CFR 27.3 ...............
58,871
9,893
311,470
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
59,834
10,055
316,566
46 U.S.C. 4311(b)(1); 33 CFR 27.3 ...............
46 U.S.C. 4311(c); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
46 U.S.C. 4507; 33 CFR 27.3 .......................
6,229
2,355
9,893
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
6,331
2,394
10,055
4703; 33 CFR 27.3 .......................
5116(a); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
5116(b); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
5116(c); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
6103(a); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
6103(b); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
1,677
10,781
21,563
10,781
37,561
9,893
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1,704
10,957
21,916
10,957
38,175
10,055
46 U.S.C. 8101(e); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
1,782
1.01636
1,811
46 U.S.C. 8101(f); 33 CFR 27.3 ....................
46 U.S.C. 8101(g); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
17,816
17,816
1.01636
1.01636
18,107
18,107
46 U.S.C. 8101(h); 33 CFR 27.3 ...................
2,355
1.01636
2,394
46 U.S.C. 8102(a) ..........................................
46 U.S.C. 8103(f) ...........................................
2,355
1,177
1.01636
1.01636
2,394
1,196
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Vessel Inspection or Examination Fees .........
Alcohol and Dangerous Drug Testing ............
Negligent Operations: Recreational Vessels ..
Negligent Operations: Other Vessels .............
Operating a Vessel While Under the Influence of Alcohol or a Dangerous Drug.
Vessel Reporting Requirements: Owner,
Charterer, Managing Operator, or Agent.
Vessel Reporting Requirements: Master ........
Immersion Suits ..............................................
Inspection Permit ............................................
Vessel Inspection; General .............................
Vessel Inspection; Nautical School Vessel ....
Vessel Inspection; Failure to Give Notice IAW
3304(b).
Vessel Inspection; Failure to Give Notice IAW
3309(c).
Vessel Inspection; Vessel ≥ 1600 Gross Tons
Vessel Inspection; Vessel < 1600 Gross Tons
Vessel Inspection; Failure to Comply with
3311(b).
Vessel Inspection; Violation of 3318(b)–
3318(f).
List/count of Passengers ................................
Notification to Passengers ..............................
Notification to Passengers; Sale of Tickets ....
Copies of Laws on Passenger Vessels; Master.
Liquid Bulk/Dangerous Cargo .........................
Uninspected Vessels ......................................
Recreational Vessels (maximum for related
series of violations).
Recreational Vessels; Violation of 4307(a) ....
Recreational vessels .......................................
Uninspected Commercial Fishing Industry
Vessels.
Abandonment of Barges .................................
Load Lines ......................................................
Load Lines; Violation of 5112(a) .....................
Load Lines; Violation of 5112(b) .....................
Reporting Marine Casualties ..........................
Reporting Marine Casualties; Violation of
6104.
Manning of Inspected Vessels; Failure to Report Deficiency in Vessel Complement.
Manning of Inspected Vessels ........................
Manning of Inspected Vessels; Employing or
Serving in Capacity not Licensed by USCG.
Manning of Inspected Vessels; Freight Vessel
< 100 GT, Small Passenger Vessel, or
Sailing School Vessel.
Watchmen on Passenger Vessels ..................
Citizenship Requirements ...............................
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Watches on Vessels; Violation of 8104(a) or
(b).
Watches on Vessels; Violation of 8104(c),
(d), (e), or (h).
Staff Department on Vessels ..........................
Officer’s Competency Certificates ..................
Coastwise Pilotage; Owner, Charterer, Managing Operator, Agent, Master or Individual
in Charge.
Coastwise Pilotage; Individual ........................
Federal Pilots ..................................................
Merchant Mariners Documents .......................
Crew Requirements ........................................
Small Vessel Manning ....................................
Pilotage: Great Lakes; Owner, Charterer,
Managing Operator, Agent, Master or Individual in Charge.
Pilotage: Great Lakes; Individual ....................
Pilotage: Great Lakes; Violation of 9303 ........
Failure to Report Sexual Offense ...................
Pay Advances to Seamen ..............................
Pay Advances to Seamen; Remuneration for
Employment.
Allotment to Seamen ......................................
Seamen Protection; General ..........................
Coastwise Voyages: Advances ......................
Coastwise Voyages: Advances; Remuneration for Employment.
Coastwise Voyages: Seamen Protection;
General.
Effects of Deceased Seamen .........................
Complaints of Unfitness ..................................
Proceedings on Examination of Vessel ..........
Permission to Make Complaint .......................
Accommodations for Seamen .........................
Medicine Chests on Vessels ..........................
Destitute Seamen ...........................................
Wages on Discharge ......................................
Log Books; Master Failing to Maintain ...........
Log Books; Master Failing to Make Entry ......
Log Books; Late Entry ....................................
Carrying of Sheath Knives ..............................
Vessel Documentation ....................................
Documentation of Vessels—Related to Activities involving mobile offshore drilling units.
Vessel Documentation; Fishery Endorsement
Numbering of Undocumented Vessels—Willful violation.
Numbering of Undocumented Vessels ...........
Vessel Identification System ...........................
Measurement of Vessels ................................
Measurement; False Statements ....................
Commercial Instruments and Maritime Liens
Commercial Instruments and Maritime Liens;
Mortgagor.
Commercial Instruments and Maritime Liens;
Violation of 31329.
Port Security ...................................................
Port Security-Continuing Violations ................
Maritime Drug Law Enforcement ....................
Hazardous Materials: Related to Vessels ......
Hazardous Materials: Related to VesselsPenalty from Fatalities, Serious Injuries/Illness or substantial Damage to Property.
Hazardous Materials: Related to Vessels;
Training.
46 U.S.C. 8104(i) ...........................................
17,816
1.01636
18,107
46 U.S.C. 8104(j) ...........................................
17,816
1.01636
18,107
46 U.S.C. 8302(e) ..........................................
46 U.S.C. 8304(d) ..........................................
46 U.S.C. 8502(e) ..........................................
235
235
17,816
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
239
239
18,107
46
46
46
46
46
46
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8503 ..............................................
8701(d) ..........................................
8702(e) ..........................................
8906 ..............................................
9308(a) ..........................................
17,816
56,467
1,177
17,816
37,561
17,816
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
18,107
57,391
1,196
18,107
38,175
18,107
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46
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9308(c) ..........................................
10104(b) ........................................
10314(a)(2) ....................................
10314(b) ........................................
17,816
17,816
9,468
1,177
1,177
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
18,107
18,107
9,623
1,196
1,196
46
46
46
46
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U.S.C.
U.S.C.
U.S.C.
10315(c) ........................................
10321 ............................................
10505(a)(2) ....................................
10505(b) ........................................
1,177
8,162
8,162
8,162
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1,196
8,296
8,296
8,296
46 U.S.C. 10508(b) ........................................
8,162
1.01636
8,296
10711 ............................................
10902(a)(2) ....................................
10903(d) ........................................
10907(b) ........................................
11101(f) .........................................
11102(b) ........................................
11104(b) ........................................
11105(c) ........................................
11303(a) ........................................
11303(b) ........................................
11303(c) ........................................
11506 ............................................
12151(a)(1) ....................................
12151 (a)(2) ..................................
471
1,177
235
1,177
1,177
1,177
235
1,177
471
471
353
118
15,423
25,705
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
479
1,196
239
1,196
1,196
1,196
239
1,196
479
479
359
120
15,675
26,126
46 U.S.C. 12151(c) ........................................
46 U.S.C. 12309(a) ........................................
117,858
11,774
1.01636
1.01636
119,786
11,967
12309(b) ........................................
12507(b) ........................................
14701 ............................................
14702 ............................................
31309 ............................................
31330(a)(2) ....................................
2,355
19,787
43,126
43,126
19,787
19,787
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
2,394
20,111
43,832
43,832
20,111
20,111
46 U.S.C. 31330(b)(2) ....................................
49,467
1.01636
50,276
70119(a) ........................................
70119(b) ........................................
70506(c) ........................................
5123(a)(1) ......................................
5123(a)(2) ......................................
32,796
58,929
5,437
77,114
179,933
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
1.01636
33,333
59,893
5,526
78,376
182,877
49 U.S.C. 5123(a)(3) ......................................
463
1.01636
471
46
46
46
46
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E. Transportation Security
Administration
The Transportation Security
Administration (TSA) is updating its
civil penalties regulation in accordance
with the 2015 Act. Pursuant to its
statutory authority in 49 U.S.C. 114(v),
TSA may impose penalties for
violations of any statute that TSA
administers, whether an implementing
regulation or order imposes the
penalty.6 TSA assesses these penalties
for a wide variety of aviation and
surface security requirements, including
violations of TSA’s requirements
applicable to Transportation Worker
Identification Credentials (TWIC),7 as
well as violations of requirements
described in chapter 449 of title 49 of
the United States Code. These penalties
can apply to a wide variety of situations,
as described in the statutory and
regulatory provisions, as well as in
guidance that TSA publishes. Below is
a table showing the 2017 adjustment for
the penalties that TSA administers.
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Violation of 49 U.S.C. ch. 449 (except
secs. 44902, 44903(d), 44907(a)–
(d)(1)(A), 44907(d)(1)(C)–(f), 44908,
and 44909), or 49 U.S.C. 46302 or
46303, a regulation prescribed, or
order issued thereunder by a person
operating an aircraft for the transportation of passengers or property for
compensation.
Violation of 49 U.S.C. ch. 449 (except
secs. 44902, 44903(d), 44907(a)–
(d)(1)(A), 44907(d)(1)(C)–(f), 44908,
and 44909), or 49 U.S.C. 46302 or
46303, a regulation prescribed, or
order issued thereunder by an individual (except an airman serving as
an airman), any person not operating
an aircraft for the transportation of
passengers or property for compensation, or a small business concern.
Violation of any other provision of title
49 U.S.C. or of 46 U.S.C. ch. 701, a
regulation prescribed, or order issued
thereunder.
49 U.S.C. 46301(a)(1), (4);
49 CFR 1503.401(c)(2).
$32,140 (up to a total of
$514,244 per civil penalty action).
1.01636
$32,666 (up to a total of
$522,657 per civil penalty action).
49 U.S.C. 46301(a)(1), (4);
49 CFR 1503.401(c)(1).
$12,856 (up to a total of
$64,281 total for small
businesses, $514,244
for others).
1.01636
$13,066 (up to a total of
$65,333 total for small
business, $522,657 for
others).
49 U.S.C. 114(v); 49 CFR
1503.401(b).
$11,002 (up to a total of
$55,010 total for small
businesses, $440,080
for others).
1.01636
$11,182 (up to a total of
$55,910 total for small
businesses, $447,280
for others).
* OMB, Implementation of the 2017 annual adjustment pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of
2015, December 16, 2016. https://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/memoranda/2017/m-17-11_0.pdf.
The Administrative Procedure Act
(APA) generally requires agencies to
publish a notice of proposed rulemaking
in the Federal Register (5 U.S.C. 553(b))
and to provide interested persons with
the opportunity to submit comments (5
U.S.C. 553(c)). The APA also requires
agencies to provide a delayed effective
date (of not less than 30 days) for
substantive rules. 5 U.S.C. 553(d). The
APA, however, provides an exception to
the notice and public comment
requirements where the ‘‘agency for
good cause finds . . . that notice and
public procedure thereon are
impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary
to public interest.’’ 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B).
As discussed in the preamble to the
IFR, DHS issued the IFR pursuant to the
‘‘good cause’’ exception in the APA.
With respect to this Final Rule and
future required annual adjustments, the
2015 Act, specifically instructed that
agencies are to make the required
annual adjustments notwithstanding
section 553 of title 5 of the United States
Code.
DHS is promulgating this Final Rule
to ensure that the amount of civil
penalties that DHS assesses or enforces
reflects the statutorily mandated ranges
as adjusted for inflation. The 2015 Act
provides a clear formula for adjustment
of the civil penalties, leaving DHS and
its components with little room for
discretion. DHS and its components
have been charged only with performing
ministerial computations to determine
the amounts of adjustments for inflation
to civil monetary penalties.
Accordingly, and as specified in the
2015 Act, the prior public notice and
comment procedures and delayed
effective date requirements of the APA
do not apply to this rule.
As described in Section I above, the
2015 Act requires agencies to make
annual adjustments to civil monetary
penalties no later than January 15 of
each year and to publish the
adjustments in the Federal Register.
DHS intends to make future annual
inflation adjustments by publication of
a Final Rule, notwithstanding section
553 of title 5 of the United States Code
including the notice-and-comment and
delayed effective date requirements of
the APA. In future annual adjustments,
DHS will merely need to update the
penalty amounts by applying the costof-living adjustment multiplier that
OMB provides to agencies. Accordingly,
DHS will publish a Final Rule,
notwithstanding section 553 of title 5 of
the United States Code, that provides a
table with the adjusted penalty amounts
6 See 49 U.S.C. 114(v), as amended by sec. 1302
of the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11
Commission Act of 2007 (Pub. L. 110–53, 121 Stat.
266 (Aug. 3, 2007)).
7 See, e.g., 46 U.S.C. 70105, 49 U.S.C. 46302 and
46303, and U.S.C. ch. 449.
IV. Discussion of Public Comments
DHS did not receive any public
comments on the IFR.
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D. Paperwork Reduction Act
and that updates the numbers in the
regulatory text accordingly.
VI. Regulatory Analyses
A. Executive Orders 12866 and 13563
Executive Orders 12866 and 13563
direct agencies to assess the costs and
benefits of available regulatory
alternatives and, if regulation is
necessary, to select regulatory
approaches that maximize net benefits
(including potential economic,
environmental, public health and safety
effects, distributive impacts, and
equity). Executive Order 13563
emphasizes the importance of
quantifying both costs and benefits, of
reducing costs, of harmonizing rules,
and of promoting flexibility. OMB has
not designated this Final Rule a
‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under
section 3(f) of Executive Order 12866.
Accordingly, OMB has not reviewed
this rule.
This Final Rule makes
nondiscretionary adjustments to
existing civil monetary penalties in
accordance with the 2015 Act and OMB
guidance.8 DHS therefore did not
consider alternatives and does not have
the flexibility to alter the adjustments of
the civil monetary penalty amounts as
provided in this rule. To the extent this
Final Rule increases civil monetary
penalties, it would result in an increase
in transfers from persons or entities
assessed a civil monetary penalty to the
government.
B. Regulatory Flexibility Act
The Regulatory Flexibility Act applies
only to rules for which an agency
publishes a notice of proposed
rulemaking pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553(b).
See 5 U.S.C. 601–612. The Regulatory
Flexibility Act does not apply to this
Final Rule, because a notice of proposed
rulemaking was not required for the
reasons stated above.
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C. 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 (adjusted for inflation) or
more in any one year. This Final Rule
will not result in such an expenditure.
8 OMB, Implementation of the 2017 annual
adjustment pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties
Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of
2015, December 16, 2016. https://
www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/
memoranda/2017/m-17-11_0.pdf.
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section, a chemical facility is liable to
the United States for a civil penalty of
not more than $25,000 for each day
during which the violation continues, if
the violation of the Order occurred on
or before November 2, 2015, or $33,333
for each day during which the violation
of the Order continues, if the violation
occurred after November 2, 2015.
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Title 8—Aliens and Nationality
The provisions of the Paperwork
Reduction Act of 1995, 44 U.S.C.
chapter 35, and its implementing
regulations, 5 CFR part 1320, do not
apply to this Final Rule, because this
Final Rule does not trigger any new or
revised recordkeeping or reporting.
Reporting and recordkeeping
requirements, Security measures.
8 CFR Part 270
Administrative practice and
procedure, Aliens, Employment, Fraud,
Penalties.
8 CFR Part 274a
Administrative practice and
procedure, Aliens, Employment,
Penalties, Reporting and recordkeeping
requirements.
PART 270—PENALTIES FOR
DOCUMENT FRAUD
3. The authority citation for part 270
continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 8 U.S.C. 1101, 1103, and 1324c;
Public Law 101–410, 104 Stat. 890, as
amended by Public Law 104–134, 110 Stat.
1321 and Public Law 114–74, 129 Stat. 599.
4. In § 270.3, revise paragraphs
(b)(1)(ii)(A), (B), (C), and (D) to read as
follows:
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§ 270.3
Administrative practice and
procedure, Immigration, Penalties.
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Administrative practice and
procedure, Penalties.
49 CFR Part 1503
Administrative practice and
procedure, Investigations, Law
enforcement, Penalties.
Amendments to the Regulations
Accordingly, for the reasons stated in
the preamble, the interim rule amending
6 CFR part 27, 8 CFR parts 270, 274a,
and 280, 33 CFR part 27, and 49 CFR
part 1503, which was published at 81
FR 42987 on July 1, 2016, is adopted as
a final rule with the following changes:
Title 6—Domestic Security
PART 27—CHEMICAL FACILITY ANTITERRORISM STANDARDS
1. The authority citation for part 27
continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 6 U.S.C. 624; Public Law 101–
410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended by Public Law
114–74, 129 Stat. 599.
2. In § 27.300, revise paragraph (b)(3)
to read as follows:
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(3) Where the Assistant Secretary
determines that a facility is in violation
of an Order issued pursuant to
paragraph (a) of this section and issues
an Order Assessing Civil Penalty
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(ii) * * *
(A) First offense under section
274C(a)(1) through (a)(4). Not less than
$275 and not exceeding $2,200 for each
fraudulent document or each proscribed
activity described in section 274C(a)(1)
through (a)(4) of the Act before March
27, 2008; not less than $375 and not
exceeding $3,200 for each fraudulent
document or each proscribed activity
described in section 274C(a)(1) through
(a)(4) of the Act on or after March 27,
2008 and on or before November 2,
2015; and not less than $452 and not
exceeding $3,621 for each fraudulent
document or each proscribed activity
described in section 274C(a)(1) through
(a)(4) of the Act after November 2, 2015.
(B) First offense under section
274C(a)(5) or (a)(6). Not less than $250
and not exceeding $2,000 for each
fraudulent document or each proscribed
activity described in section 274C(a)(5)
or (a)(6) of the Act before March 27,
2008; not less than $275 and not
exceeding $2,200 for each fraudulent
document or each proscribed activity
described in section 274C(a)(5) or (a)(6)
of the Act on or after March 27, 2008
and on or before November 2, 2015; and
not less than $382 and not exceeding
$3,054 for each fraudulent document or
each proscribed activity described in
section 274C(a)(5) or (a)(6) of the Act
after November 2, 2015.
(C) Subsequent offenses under section
274C(a)(1) through (a)(4). Not less than
$2,200 and not more than $5,500 for
each fraudulent document or each
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proscribed activity described in section
274C(a)(1) through (a)(4) of the Act
before March 27, 2008; not less than
$3,200 and not exceeding $6,500 for
each fraudulent document or each
proscribed activity described in section
274C(a)(1) through (a)(4) of the Act
occurring on or after March 27, 2008
and on or before November 2, 2015; and
not less than $3,621 and not more than
$9,054 for each fraudulent document or
each proscribed activity described in
section 274C(a)(1) through (a)(4) of the
Act after November 2, 2015.
(D) Subsequent offenses under section
274C(a)(5) or (a)(6). Not less than $2,000
and not more than $5,000 for each
fraudulent document or each proscribed
activity described in section 274C(a)(5)
or (a)(6) of the Act before March 27,
2008; not less than $2,200 and not
exceeding $5,500 for each fraudulent
document or each proscribed activity
described in section 274C(a)(5) or (a)(6)
of the Act occurring on or after March
27, 2008 and on or before November 2,
2015; and not less than $3,054 and not
more than $7,635 for each fraudulent
document or each proscribed activity
described in section 274C(a)(5) or (a)(6)
of the Act after November 2, 2015.
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PART 274a—CONTROL OF
EMPLOYMENT OF ALIENS
5. The authority citation for part 274a
continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 8 U.S.C. 1101, 1103, 1324a; 48
U.S.C. 1806; 8 CFR part 2; Public Law 101–
410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended by Public Law
114–74, 129 Stat. 599.
6. In § 274a.8, revise paragraph (b) to
read as follows:
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(b) Penalty. Any person or other entity
who requires any individual to post a
bond or security as stated in this section
shall, after notice and opportunity for an
administrative hearing in accordance
with section 274A(e)(3)(B) of the Act, be
subject to a civil monetary penalty of
$1,000 for each violation before
September 29, 1999, of $1,100 for each
violation occurring on or after
September 29, 1999 but on or before
November 2, 2015, and of $2,191 for
each violation occurring after November
2, 2015, and to an administrative order
requiring the return to the individual of
any amounts received in violation of
this section or, if the individual cannot
be located, to the general fund of the
Treasury.
■ 7. In § 274a.10, revise paragraphs
(b)(1)(ii)(A), (B), and (C) and (b)(2) to
read as follows:
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(1) * * *
(ii) * * *
(A) First offense—not less than $275
and not more than $2,200 for each
unauthorized alien with respect to
whom the offense occurred before
March 27, 2008; not less than $375 and
not exceeding $3,200, for each
unauthorized alien with respect to
whom the offense occurred occurring on
or after March 27, 2008 and on or before
November 2, 2015; and not less than
$548 and not more than $4,384 for each
unauthorized alien with respect to
whom the offense occurred occurring
after November 2, 2015.
(B) Second offense—not less than
$2,200 and not more than $5,500 for
each unauthorized alien with respect to
whom the second offense occurred
before March 27, 2008; not less than
$3,200 and not more than $6,500, for
each unauthorized alien with respect to
whom the second offense occurred on or
after March 27, 2008 and on or before
November 2, 2015; and not less than
$4,384 and not more than $10,957 for
each unauthorized alien with respect to
whom the second offense occurred after
November 2, 2015; or
(C) More than two offenses—not less
than $3,300 and not more than $11,000
for each unauthorized alien with respect
to whom the third or subsequent offense
occurred before March 27, 2008; not less
than $4,300 and not exceeding $16,000,
for each unauthorized alien with respect
to whom the third or subsequent offense
occurred on or after March 27, 2008 and
on or before November 2, 2015; and not
less than $6,575 and not more than
$21,916 for each unauthorized alien
with respect to whom the third or
subsequent offense occurred after
November 2, 2015; and
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(2) A respondent determined by the
Service (if a respondent fails to request
a hearing) or by an administrative law
judge, to have failed to comply with the
employment verification requirements
as set forth in § 274a.2(b), shall be
subject to a civil penalty in an amount
of not less than $100 and not more than
$1,000 for each individual with respect
to whom such violation occurred before
September 29, 1999; not less than $110
and not more than $1,100 for each
individual with respect to whom such
violation occurred on or after September
29, 1999 and on or before November 2,
2015; and not less than $220 and not
more than $2,191 for each individual
with respect to whom such violation
occurred after November 2, 2015. In
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determining the amount of the penalty,
consideration shall be given to:
(i) The size of the business of the
employer being charged;
(ii) The good faith of the employer;
(iii) The seriousness of the violation;
(iv) Whether or not the individual was
an unauthorized alien; and
(v) The history of previous violations
of the employer.
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PART 280—IMPOSITION AND
COLLECTION OF FINES
8. The authority citation for part 280
continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 8 U.S.C. 1103, 1221, 1223,
1227, 1229, 1253, 1281, 1283, 1284, 1285,
1286, 1322, 1323, 1330; 66 Stat. 173, 195,
197, 201, 203, 212, 219, 221–223, 226, 227,
230; Public Law 101–410, 104 Stat. 890, as
amended by Public Law 114–74, 129 Stat.
599.
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9. Revise § 280.53 to read as follows:
§ 280.53 Civil monetary penalties inflation
adjustment.
(a) Statutory authority. In accordance
with the requirements of the Federal
Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act
of 1990, Public Law 101–410, 104 Stat.
890, as amended by the Federal Civil
Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act
Improvements Act of 2015, Public Law
114–74, Sec. 701, 129 Stat. 599, the civil
monetary penalties listed in paragraph
(b) of this section are adjusted as
provided in paragraph (b).
(b) Adjustment of penalties. For
violations occurring on or before
November 2, 2015, the penalty amount
prior to adjustment applies. For
violations occurring after November 2,
2015, the listed penalties are adjusted as
follows:
(1) Section 231(g) of the Act, Penalties
for non-compliance with arrival and
departure manifest requirements for
passengers, crewmembers, or occupants
transported on commercial vessels or
aircraft arriving to or departing from the
United States: From $1,312 to $1,333.
(2) Section 234 of the Act, Penalties
for non-compliance with landing
requirements at designated ports of
entry for aircraft transporting aliens:
From $3,563 to $3,621.
(3) Section 240B(d) of the Act,
Penalties for failure to depart
voluntarily: From $1,502 minimum/
$7,512 maximum to $1,527 minimum/
$7,635 maximum.
(4) Section 243(c)(1)(A) of the Act,
Penalties for violations of removal
orders relating to aliens transported on
vessels or aircraft, under section 241(d)
of the Act, or for costs associated with
removal under section 241(e) of the Act:
From $3,005 to $3,054;
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(5) Penalties for failure to remove
alien stowaways under section
241(d)(2): From $7,512 to $7,635.
(6) Section 251(d) of the Act, Penalties
for failure to report an illegal landing or
desertion of alien crewmen, and for
each alien not reported on arrival or
departure manifest or lists required in
accordance with section 251 of the Act:
From $356 to $362; and penalties for
use of alien crewmen for longshore
work in violation of section 251(d) of
the Act: From $8,908 to $9,054.
(7) Section 254(a) of the Act, Penalties
for failure to control, detain, or remove
alien crewmen: From $891 minimum/
$5,345 maximum to $906 minimum/
$5,432 maximum.
(8) Section 255 of the Act, Penalties
for employment on passenger vessels of
aliens afflicted with certain disabilities:
From $1,782 to $1,811.
(9) Section 256 of the Act, Penalties
for discharge of alien crewmen: From
$2,672 minimum/$5,345 maximum to
$2,716 minimum/$5,432 maximum.
(10) Section 257 of the Act, Penalties
for bringing into the United States alien
crewmen with intent to evade
immigration laws: From $17,816
maximum to $18,107 maximum.
(11) Section 271(a) of the Act,
Penalties for failure to prevent the
unauthorized landing of aliens: From
$5,345 to $5,432.
(12) Section 272(a) of the Act,
Penalties for bringing to the United
States aliens subject to denial of
admission on a health-related ground:
From $5,345 to $5,432.
(13) Section 273(b) of the Act,
Penalties for bringing to the United
States aliens without required
documentation: From $5,345 to $5,432.
(14) Section 274D of the Act, Penalties
for failure to depart: From $751 to $763,
for each day the alien is in violation.
(15) Section 275(b) of the Act,
Penalties for improper entry: From $75
minimum/$376 maximum to $76
minimum/$382 maximum, for each
entry or attempted entry.
Title 33—Navigation and Navigable
Waters
PART 27—ADJUSTMENT OF CIVIL
MONETARY PENALTIES FOR
INFLATION
10. The authority citation for part 27
continues to read as follows:
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Authority: Secs. 1–6, Public Law 101–410,
104 Stat. 890, as amended by Sec.
31001(s)(1), Public Law 104–134, as amended
by Public Law 114–74; 110 Stat. 1321 (28
U.S.C. 2461 note); Department of Homeland
Security Delegation No. 0170.1, sec. 2 (106).
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11. Revise § 27.3 to read as follows:
§ 27.3
Penalty adjustment table.
Table 1 identifies the statutes
administered by the Coast Guard that
authorize a civil monetary penalty. The
‘‘adjusted maximum penalty’’ is the
maximum penalty authorized by the
Federal Civil Penalties Inflation
Adjustment Act of 1990, as amended by
the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation
Adjustment Act Improvements Act of
2015, as determined by the Coast Guard.
The adjusted civil penalty amounts
listed in Table 1 are applicable for
penalty assessments issued after January
27, 2017, with respect to violations
occurring after November 2, 2015. The
applicable civil penalty amounts for
violations occurring on or before
November 2, 2015, are set forth in
previously published regulations
amending this part.
TABLE 1—CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY INFLATION ADJUSTMENTS
U.S. Code citation
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U.S.C.
U.S.C.
U.S.C.
U.S.C.
U.S.C.
U.S.C.
U.S.C.
U.S.C.
88(c) .........................
88(e) .........................
645(i) ........................
645(i) ........................
4711(g)(1) ................
70 .............................
70 .............................
1581(d) .....................
1581(d) .....................
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U.S.C.
U.S.C.
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U.S.C.
U.S.C.
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U.S.C.
U.S.C.
U.S.C.
U.S.C.
471 ...........................
474 ...........................
495(b) ......................
499(c) .......................
502(c) .......................
533(b) ......................
1208(a) .....................
1208(b) .....................
1232(a) .....................
1236(b) .....................
1236(c) .....................
1236(d) .....................
1321(b)(6)(B)(i) ........
1321(b)(6)(B)(i) ........
1321(b)(6)(B)(ii) .......
1321(b)(6)(B)(ii) .......
1321(b)(7)(A) ...........
1321(b)(7)(A) ...........
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(B) ...........
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(C) ...........
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Saving Life and Property ..............................................................................................................
Saving Life and Property; Intentional Interference with Broadcast .............................................
Confidentiality of Medical Quality Assurance Records (first offense) ..........................................
Confidentiality of Medical Quality Assurance Records (subsequent offenses) ...........................
Aquatic Nuisance Species in Waters of the United States .........................................................
Obstruction of Revenue Officers by Masters of Vessels .............................................................
Obstruction of Revenue Officers by Masters of Vessels—Minimum Penalty .............................
Failure to Stop Vessel When Directed; Master, Owner, Operator or Person in Charge 1 ..........
Failure to Stop Vessel When Directed; Master, Owner, Operator or Person in Charge—Minimum Penalty 1.
Anchorage Ground/Harbor Regulations General .........................................................................
Anchorage Ground/Harbor Regulations St. Mary’s River ............................................................
Bridges/Failure to Comply with Regulations ................................................................................
Bridges/Drawbridges ....................................................................................................................
Bridges/Failure to Alter Bridge Obstructing Navigation ...............................................................
Bridges/Maintenance and Operation ............................................................................................
Bridge to Bridge Communication; Master, Person in Charge or Pilot .........................................
Bridge to Bridge Communication; Vessel ....................................................................................
PWSA Regulations .......................................................................................................................
Vessel Navigation: Regattas or Marine Parades; Unlicensed Person in Charge .......................
Vessel Navigation: Regattas or Marine Parades; Owner Onboard Vessel .................................
Vessel Navigation: Regattas or Marine Parades; Other Persons ...............................................
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (Class I per violation) ...................................................
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (Class I total under paragraph) ....................................
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (Class II per day of violation) .......................................
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (Class II total under paragraph) ...................................
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (per day of violation) Judicial Assessment ..................
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (per barrel of oil or unit discharged) Judicial Assessment.
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Failure to Carry Out Removal/Comply With Order (Judicial Assessment).
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Failure to Comply with Regulation Issued Under 1321(j) (Judicial
Assessment).
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1,045
5,114
34,095
38,175
7,623
1,779
5,000
1,000
11,053
762
27,904
27,904
27,904
27,904
2,033
2,033
90,063
9,054
9,054
4,527
18,107
45,268
18,107
226,338
45,268
1,811
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2017 adjusted
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penalty
amount
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U.S. Code citation
Civil monetary penalty description
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(D) ...........
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges, Gross Negligence (per barrel of oil or unit discharged) Judicial Assessment.
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges, Gross Negligence—Minimum Penalty (Judicial Assessment).
Marine Sanitation Devices; Operating .........................................................................................
Marine Sanitation Devices; Sale or Manufacture ........................................................................
International Navigation Rules; Operator .....................................................................................
International Navigation Rules; Vessel ........................................................................................
Pollution from Ships; General ......................................................................................................
Pollution from Ships; False Statement .........................................................................................
Inland Navigation Rules; Operator ...............................................................................................
Inland Navigation Rules; Vessel ..................................................................................................
Shore Protection; General ............................................................................................................
Shore Protection; Operating Without Permit ................................................................................
Oil Pollution Liability and Compensation .....................................................................................
Clean Hulls; Civil Enforcement ....................................................................................................
Clean Hulls; related to false statements ......................................................................................
Clean Hulls; Recreational Vessels ...............................................................................................
Hazardous Substances, Releases, Liability, Compensation (Class I) .........................................
Hazardous Substances, Releases, Liability, Compensation (Class II) ........................................
Hazardous Substances, Releases, Liability, Compensation (Class II subsequent offense) .......
Hazardous Substances, Releases, Liability, Compensation (Judicial Assessment) ...................
Hazardous Substances, Releases, Liability, Compensation (Judicial Assessment subsequent
offense).
Safe Containers for International Cargo ......................................................................................
Suspension of Passenger Service ...............................................................................................
Vessel Inspection or Examination Fees .......................................................................................
Alcohol and Dangerous Drug Testing ..........................................................................................
Negligent Operations: Recreational Vessels ...............................................................................
Negligent Operations: Other Vessels ...........................................................................................
Operating a Vessel While Under the Influence of Alcohol or a Dangerous Drug .......................
Vessel Reporting Requirements: Owner, Charterer, Managing Operator, or Agent ...................
Vessel Reporting Requirements: Master .....................................................................................
Immersion Suits ............................................................................................................................
Inspection Permit ..........................................................................................................................
Vessel Inspection; General ..........................................................................................................
Vessel Inspection; Nautical School Vessel ..................................................................................
Vessel Inspection; Failure to Give Notice IAW 3304(b) ..............................................................
Vessel Inspection; Failure to Give Notice IAW 3309(c) ..............................................................
Vessel Inspection; Vessel ≥1600 Gross Tons .............................................................................
Vessel Inspection; Vessel <1600 Gross Tons .............................................................................
Vessel Inspection; Failure to Comply with 3311(b) .....................................................................
Vessel Inspection; Violation of 3318(b)–3318(f) ..........................................................................
List/count of Passengers ..............................................................................................................
Notification to Passengers ...........................................................................................................
Notification to Passengers; Sale of Tickets .................................................................................
Copies of Laws on Passenger Vessels; Master ..........................................................................
Liquid Bulk/Dangerous Cargo ......................................................................................................
Uninspected Vessels ....................................................................................................................
Recreational Vessels (maximum for related series of violations) ................................................
Recreational Vessels; Violation of 4307(a) ..................................................................................
Recreational Vessels ....................................................................................................................
Uninspected Commercial Fishing Industry Vessels .....................................................................
Abandonment of Barges ..............................................................................................................
Load Lines ....................................................................................................................................
Load Lines; Violation of 5112(a) ..................................................................................................
Load Lines; Violation of 5112(b) ..................................................................................................
Reporting Marine Casualties ........................................................................................................
Reporting Marine Casualties; Violation of 6104 ..........................................................................
Manning of Inspected Vessels; Failure to Report Deficiency in Vessel Complement ................
Manning of Inspected Vessels .....................................................................................................
Manning of Inspected Vessels; Employing or Serving in Capacity not Licensed by USCG .......
Manning of Inspected Vessels; Freight Vessel <100 GT, Small Passenger Vessel, or Sailing
School Vessel.
Watchmen on Passenger Vessels ...............................................................................................
Citizenship Requirements ............................................................................................................
Watches on Vessels; Violation of 8104(a) or (b) .........................................................................
Watches on Vessels; Violation of 8104(c), (d), (e), or (h) ...........................................................
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(D) ...........
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1322(j) ......................
1322(j) ......................
1608(a) .....................
1608(b) .....................
1908(b)(1) ................
1908(b)(2) ................
2072(a) .....................
2072(b) .....................
2609(a) .....................
2609(b) .....................
2716a(a) ..................
3852(a)(1)(A) ...........
3852(a)(1)(A) ...........
3852(c) .....................
9609(a) .....................
9609(b) .....................
9609(b) .....................
9609(c) .....................
9609(c) .....................
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U.S.C.
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U.S.C.
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U.S.C.
U.S.C.
U.S.C.
U.S.C.
80509(a) ..................
70305(c) ...................
2110(e) .....................
2115 .........................
2302(a) .....................
2302(a) .....................
2302(c)(1) ................
2306(a)(4) ................
2306(b)(2) ................
3102(c)(1) ................
3302(i)(5) .................
3318(a) .....................
3318(g) .....................
3318(h) .....................
3318(i) ......................
3318(j)(1) .................
3318(j)(1) .................
3318(k) .....................
3318(l) ......................
3502(e) .....................
3504(c) .....................
3504(c) .....................
3506 .........................
3718(a)(1) ................
4106 .........................
4311(b)(1) ................
4311(b)(1) ................
4311(c) .....................
4507 .........................
4703 .........................
5116(a) .....................
5116(b) .....................
5116(c) .....................
6103(a) .....................
6103(b) .....................
8101(e) .....................
8101(f) .....................
8101(g) .....................
8101(h) .....................
46
46
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46
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U.S.C.
U.S.C.
U.S.C.
8102(a) .....................
8103(f) .....................
8104(i) ......................
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71,264
14,252
14,252
14,252
50,276
20,111
45,268
41,446
55,263
5,526
54,789
54,789
164,367
54,789
164,367
5,989
59,893
9,054
7,370
6,666
33,333
7,370
11,478
2,296
11,478
2,394
11,478
11,478
2,296
2,296
22,957
4,591
22,957
11,478
239
23,933
1,196
479
59,834
10,055
316,566
6,331
2,394
10,055
1,704
10,957
21,916
10,957
38,175
10,055
1,811
18,107
18,107
2,394
2,394
1,196
18,107
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TABLE 1—CIVIL MONETARY PENALTY INFLATION ADJUSTMENTS—Continued
2017 adjusted
maximum
penalty
amount
($)
U.S. Code citation
Civil monetary penalty description
46 U.S.C. 8302(e) .....................
46 U.S.C. 8304(d) .....................
46 U.S.C. 8502(e) .....................
Staff Department on Vessels .......................................................................................................
Officer’s Competency Certificates ................................................................................................
Coastwise Pilotage; Owner, Charterer, Managing Operator, Agent, Master or Individual in
Charge.
Coastwise Pilotage; Individual .....................................................................................................
Federal Pilots ...............................................................................................................................
Merchant Mariners Documents ....................................................................................................
Crew Requirements ......................................................................................................................
Small Vessel Manning ..................................................................................................................
Pilotage: Great Lakes; Owner, Charterer, Managing Operator, Agent, Master or Individual in
Charge.
Pilotage: Great Lakes; Individual .................................................................................................
Pilotage: Great Lakes; Violation of 9303 .....................................................................................
Failure to Report Sexual Offense ................................................................................................
Pay Advances to Seamen ............................................................................................................
Pay Advances to Seamen; Remuneration for Employment ........................................................
Allotment to Seamen ....................................................................................................................
Seamen Protection; General ........................................................................................................
Coastwise Voyages: Advances ....................................................................................................
Coastwise Voyages: Advances; Remuneration for Employment ................................................
Coastwise Voyages: Seamen Protection; General ......................................................................
Effects of Deceased Seamen ......................................................................................................
Complaints of Unfitness ...............................................................................................................
Proceedings on Examination of Vessel .......................................................................................
Permission to Make Complaint ....................................................................................................
Accommodations for Seamen ......................................................................................................
Medicine Chests on Vessels ........................................................................................................
Destitute Seamen .........................................................................................................................
Wages on Discharge ....................................................................................................................
Log Books; Master Failing to Maintain ........................................................................................
Log Books; Master Failing to Make Entry ....................................................................................
Log Books; Late Entry ..................................................................................................................
Carrying of Sheath Knives ...........................................................................................................
Vessel Documentation .................................................................................................................
Documentation of Vessels—Related to activities involving mobile offshore drilling units ...........
Vessel Documentation; Fishery Endorsement .............................................................................
Numbering of Undocumented Vessels—Willful violation .............................................................
Numbering of Undocumented Vessels ........................................................................................
Vessel Identification System ........................................................................................................
Measurement of Vessels ..............................................................................................................
Measurement; False Statements .................................................................................................
Commercial Instruments and Maritime Liens ..............................................................................
Commercial Instruments and Maritime Liens; Mortgagor ............................................................
Commercial Instruments and Maritime Liens; Violation of 31329 ...............................................
Port Security .................................................................................................................................
Port Security—Continuing Violations ...........................................................................................
Maritime Drug Law Enforcement; Penalties ................................................................................
Hazardous Materials: Related to Vessels—Maximum Penalty ...................................................
Hazardous Materials: Related to Vessels—Penalty from Fatalities, Serious Injuries/Illness or
Substantial Damage to Property.
Hazardous Materials: Related to Vessels—Training ...................................................................
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8502(f) .....................
8503 .........................
8701(d) .....................
8702(e) .....................
8906 .........................
9308(a) .....................
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U.S.C.
U.S.C.
U.S.C.
U.S.C.
U.S.C.
U.S.C.
9308(b) .....................
9308(c) .....................
10104(b) ..................
10314(a)(2) ..............
10314(b) ..................
10315(c) ...................
10321 .......................
10505(a)(2) ..............
10505(b) ..................
10508(b) ..................
10711 .......................
10902(a)(2) ..............
10903(d) ..................
10907(b) ..................
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11104(b) ..................
11105(c) ...................
11303(a) ..................
11303(b) ..................
11303(c) ...................
11506 .......................
12151(a)(1) ..............
12151(a)(2) ..............
12151(c) ...................
12309(a) ..................
12309(b) ..................
12507(b) ..................
14701 .......................
14702 .......................
31309 .......................
31330(a)(2) ..............
31330(b)(2) ..............
70119(a) ..................
70119(b) ..................
70506 .......................
5123(a)(1) ................
5123(a)(2) ................
49 U.S.C. 5123(a)(3) ................
1 Enacted
18,107
57,391
1,196
18,107
38,175
18,107
18,107
18,107
9,623
1,196
1,196
1,196
8,296
8,296
8,296
8,296
479
1,196
239
1,196
1,196
1,196
239
1,196
479
479
359
120
15,675
26,126
119,786
11,967
2,394
20,111
43,832
43,832
20,111
20,111
50,276
33,333
59,893
5,526
78,376
182,877
471
under the Tariff Act of 1930, exempt from inflation adjustments.
46311, 46313–46314; Public Law 104–134, as
amended by Public Law 114–74.
Title 49—Transportation
PART 1503—INVESTIGATIVE AND
ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES
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13. Revise § 1503.401 to read as
follows:
■
§ 1503.401
12. The authority citation for part
1503 continues to read as follows:
■
Authority: 6 U.S.C. 1142; 18 U.S.C. 6002;
28 U.S.C. 2461 (note); 49 U.S.C. 114, 20109,
31105, 40113–40114, 40119, 44901–44907,
46101–46107, 46109–46110, 46301, 46305,
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Maximum penalty amounts.
(a) General. TSA may assess civil
penalties not exceeding the following
amounts against a person for the
violation of a TSA requirement.
(b) In general. Except as provided in
paragraph (c) of this section, in the case
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U.S.C. chapter 701, or a regulation
prescribed or order issued under any of
those provisions, TSA may impose a
civil penalty in the following amounts:
(1) For violations that occurred on or
before November 2, 2015, $10,000 per
violation, up to a total of $50,000 per
civil penalty action, in the case of an
individual or small business concern, as
defined in section 3 of the Small
Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632). For
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violations that occurred after November
2, 2015 $11,182 per violation, up to a
total of $55,910 per civil penalty action,
in the case of an individual or small
business concern; and
(2) For violations that occurred on or
before November 2, 2015, $10,000 per
violation, up to a total of $400,000 per
civil penalty action, in the case of any
other person. For violations that
occurred after November 2, 2015,
$11,182 per violation, up to a total of
$447,280 per civil penalty action, in the
case of any other person.
(c) Certain aviation related violations.
In the case of a violation of 49 U.S.C.
chapter 449 (except sections 44902,
44903(d), 44907(a)–(d)(1)(A),
44907(d)(1)(C)–(f), 44908, and 44909), or
49 U.S.C. 46302 or 46303, or a
regulation prescribed or order issued
under any of those provisions, TSA may
impose a civil penalty in the following
amounts:
(1) For violations that occurred on or
before November 2, 2015, $10,000 per
violation, up to a total of $50,000 per
civil penalty action, in the case of an
individual or small business concern, as
defined in section 3 of the Small
Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632). For
violations that occurred after November
2, 2015, $13,066 per violation, up to a
total of 65,333 per civil penalty action,
in the case of an individual (except an
airman serving as an airman), or a small
business concern.
(2) For violations that occurred on or
before November 2, 2015, $10,000 per
violation, up to a total of $400,000 per
civil penalty action, in the case of any
other person (except an airman serving
as an airman) not operating an aircraft
for the transportation of passengers or
property for compensation. For
violations that occurred after November
2, 2015, $13,066 per violation, up to a
total of $522,657 per civil penalty
action, in the case of any other person
(except an airman serving as an airman)
not operating an aircraft for the
transportation of passengers or property
for compensation.
(3) For violations that occurred on or
before November 2, 2015, $25,000 per
violation, up to a total of $400,000 per
civil penalty action, in the case of a
person operating an aircraft for the
transportation of passengers or property
for compensation (except an individual
serving as an airman). For violations
that occurred after November 2, 2015,
$32,666 per violation, up to a total of
$522,657 per civil penalty action, in the
case of a person (except an individual
serving as an airman) operating an
aircraft for the transportation of
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passengers or property for
compensation.
Jeh Charles Johnson,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2017–00605 Filed 1–26–17; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 9110–09–P; 9111–14–P; 9111–28–Pl
9110–04–P; 9110–05–P
DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY
Office of the Comptroller of the
Currency
12 CFR Parts 19 and 109
[Docket ID OCC–2017–0002]
RIN 1557–AE14
Rules of Practice and Procedure;
Rules of Practice and Procedure in
Adjudicatory Proceedings; Civil Money
Penalty Inflation Adjustments
Office of the Comptroller of the
Currency, Treasury.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
The Office of the Comptroller
of the Currency (OCC) is amending its
rules of practice and procedure for
national banks and its rules of practice
and procedure in adjudicatory
proceedings for Federal savings
associations to adjust the maximum
amount of each civil money penalty
within its jurisdiction to administer to
account for inflation. These actions
implement the Federal Civil Penalties
Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990, as
amended by the Federal Civil Penalties
Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements
Act of 2015.
DATES: This rule is effective on January
27, 2017 and is applicable to penalties
assessed after January 15, 2017.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jean
Campbell, Counsel, Legislative and
Regulatory Activities Division, (202)
649–5490, or, for persons who are deaf
or hard of hearing, TTY, (202) 649–
5597, or Alexander Abramovich,
Attorney, Enforcement and Compliance
Division, (202) 649–6200, Office of the
Comptroller of the Currency, 400 7th
Street SW., Washington, DC 20219.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
SUMMARY:
I. Background
The final rule changes the maximum
amount for each civil money penalty
(CMP) within the OCC’s jurisdiction to
administer to account for inflation
pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties
Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 (the
1990 Adjustment Act),1 as amended by
1 Public Law 101–410, Oct. 5, 1990, 104 Stat. 890,
codified at 28 U.S.C. 2461 note.
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the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation
Adjustment Act Improvements Act of
2015 (the 2015 Adjustment Act).2 The
1990 Adjustment Act had required the
OCC and other Federal agencies with
CMP authority to publish by regulation
the inflation-adjusted maximum amount
for each CMP authorized by a law that
the agency has jurisdiction to
administer. Key features of the 1990
Adjustment Act included requiring such
agencies to make inflation adjustments
at least once every four years following
any initial adjustment, capping the
initial inflation adjustment increase at
10 percent, and imposing rounding
rules that limited increases based on the
amount of the penalty.
The purpose of the 2015 Adjustment
Act was to establish a mechanism to
regularly adjust CMPs for inflation;
maintain the deterrent effect of CMPs
and promote compliance with the law;
and improve the collection of CMPs by
the Federal government.3 The 2015
Adjustment Act revised the process by
which each Federal agency must adjust
its CMPs for inflation. Under the 2015
Adjustment Act, agencies were required
to adjust the amount of their CMPs 4 for
inflation with an initial catch-up
adjustment through an interim final rule
published by July 1, 2016, and to make
subsequent adjustments for inflation by
January 15 of each year, beginning in
2017. In addition, the 2015 Adjustment
Act simplified the process for
calculating the inflation increase and
eliminated the complex rounding rules
in the 1990 Adjustment Act.
The 2015 Adjustment Act also
required the Office of Management and
Budget (OMB) to issue initial guidance
to Federal agencies no later February 29,
2016, and subsequent guidance not later
than December 15 of each year,
beginning on December 15, 2016, on
implementing the required inflation
adjustments.
In accordance with the 2015
Adjustment Act and OMB’s initial
guidance, issued on February 29, 2016,5
2 Public Law 114–74, Title VII, section 701(b),
Nov. 2, 2015, 129 Stat. 599, codified at 28 U.S.C.
2461 note.
3 28 U.S.C. 2461 note, section 2(b).
4 The 2015 Adjustment Act defined a ‘‘civil
monetary penalty’’ to mean ‘‘any penalty, fine, or
other sanction that is for a specific monetary
amount as provided by Federal law; or has a
maximum amount provided for by Federal law; and
is assessed or enforced by an agency pursuant to
Federal law; and is assessed or enforced pursuant
to an administrative proceeding or a civil action in
the Federal courts.’’ 28 U.S.C. 2461 note, section
3(2). Thus, a penalty based on another measure,
such as a percentage of total assets, need not be
adjusted.
5 Office of Management and Budget
Memorandum, M–16–06 (February 24, 2016),
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
6 CFR Part 27
8 CFR Parts 270, 274a, and 280
Coast Guard
33 CFR Part 27
Transportation Security Administration
49 CFR Part 1503
[Docket No. DHS-2016-0034]
RIN 1601-AA80
Civil Monetary Penalty Adjustments for Inflation
AGENCY: Department of Homeland Security.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: This Final Rule finalizes the Department of Homeland
Security's (DHS) Interim Final Rule that adjusted DHS civil monetary
penalties for inflation. The Federal Civil Penalties Inflation
Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015 (2015 Act) was signed into law
on November 2, 2015. Using the formula in the 2015 Act and guidance
from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), DHS calculated adjusted
penalties. On July 1, 2016, DHS published an Interim Final Rule setting
forth the adjusted civil penalty amounts, effective for civil penalties
assessed after August 1, 2016 whose associated violations occurred
after November 2, 2015.
Pursuant to the 2015 Act, all agencies must adjust civil monetary
penalties annually and publish the adjustment in the Federal Register.
Accordingly, this Final Rule adjusts DHS's civil monetary penalties
pursuant to the 2015 Act and OMB guidance. The new penalties will be
effective for penalties assessed after January 27, 2017 whose
associated violations occurred after November 2, 2015. DHS also
announces that it will make its required annual adjustment of civil
monetary penalties in future years by publication of a Final Rule
notwithstanding the notice and comment provisions of the Administrative
Procedure Act.
DATES: This rule is effective on January 27, 2017.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Megan Westmoreland, Attorney-Advisor,
Office of the General Counsel, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Phone: 202-447-4384.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Table of Contents
I. Statutory and Regulatory Background
II. Overview of Final Rule
III. Adjustments by Component
A. National Protection and Programs Directorate
B. U.S. Customs and Border Protection
C. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
D. U.S. Coast Guard
E. Transportation Security Administration
IV. Discussion of Public Comments
V. Administrative Procedure Act
VI. Regulatory Analyses
A. Executive Orders 12866 and 13563
B. Regulatory Flexibility Act
C. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
D. Paperwork Reduction Act
I. Statutory and Regulatory Background
On November 2, 2015, the President signed into law the Federal
Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015 (Pub.
L. 114-74 section 701 (Nov. 2, 2105)) (2015 Act).\1\ The 2015 Act
amended the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990
(28 U.S.C. 2461 note) to improve the effectiveness of civil monetary
penalties and to maintain their deterrent effect. The 2015 Act required
agencies to: (1) Adjust the level of civil monetary penalties with an
initial ``catch-up'' adjustment through issuance of an Interim Final
Rule (IFR) and (2) make subsequent annual adjustments for inflation.
Through the ``catch-up'' adjustment, agencies were required to adjust
the maximum amounts of civil monetary penalties to more accurately
reflect inflation rates. The 2015 Act required that agencies publish
their IFRs in the Federal Register no later than July 1, 2016 and that
the adjusted amounts were to take effect no later than August 1, 2016.
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\1\ The 2015 Act was enacted as part of the Bipartisan Budget
Act of 2015, Public Law 114-74 (Nov. 2, 2015).
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For the subsequent annual adjustments, the 2015 Act requires
agencies to increase the penalty amounts by a cost-of-living
adjustment. The 2015 Act directs OMB to provide guidance to agencies
each year to assist agencies in making the annual adjustments. The 2015
Act requires agencies to make the annual adjustments no later than
January 15 of each year and to publish the adjustments in the Federal
Register.
Pursuant to the 2015 Act, DHS undertook a review of the civil
penalties that DHS and its components administer.\2\ On July 1, 2016,
DHS published an IFR adjusting the civil monetary penalties with an
initial ``catch-up'' adjustment, as required by the 2015 Act. See 81 FR
42987. DHS calculated the adjusted penalties based upon
nondiscretionary provisions in the 2015 Act and upon guidance that OMB
issued to agencies on February 25, 2016.\3\ The adjusted penalties were
effective for civil penalties assessed after August 1, 2016 (the
effective date of the IFR) whose associated violations occurred after
November 2, 2015 (the date of enactment of the 2015 Act). DHS published
a correction to the IFR on August 23, 2016 to correct one amendatory
instruction. See 81 FR 57442.
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\2\ The 2015 Act applies to all agency civil penalties except
for any penalty (including any addition to tax and additional
amount) under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 1 et
seq.) and the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1202 et seq.). See sec.
4(a)(1) of the 2015 Act. In the case of DHS, several civil penalties
that are collected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and
the U.S. Coast Guard fall under the Tariff Act of 1930, and thus DHS
did not adjust those civil penalties in this rulemaking.
\3\ OMB, Implementation of the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation
Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015, Table A, 24 February 2016.
https://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/memoranda/2016/m-16-06.pdf.
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II. Overview of the Final Rule
This rule adopts, as final, the civil monetary penalty adjustment
methodology that DHS announced in the IFR. This Final Rule also makes
the 2017 annual inflation adjustment pursuant to the 2015 Act and
pursuant to guidance OMB issued to agencies on
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December 16, 2016.\4\ Where applicable, we have finalized conforming
edits to regulatory text. The penalty amounts in this Final Rule will
be effective for penalties assessed after January 27, 2017 where the
associated violation occurred after November 2, 2015. Consistent with
OMB guidance, the 2015 Act does not change previously assessed
penalties that the agency is actively collecting or has collected.
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\4\ OMB, Implementation of the 2017 annual adjustment pursuant
to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements
Act of 2015, December 16, 2016. https://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/memoranda/2017/m-17-11_0.pdf (last accessed Dec.
21, 2016).
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The IFR established the initial ``catch-up'' adjustment for all
civil penalties that DHS and its components administer. This Final Rule
makes the next adjustment to the amounts, pursuant to the 2015 Act and
upon OMB guidance. The adjusted penalty amounts will apply to penalties
assessed after the effective date of this Final Rule. We discuss civil
penalties by DHS component in Section III below. For each component
identified in Section III, below, we briefly describe the relevant
civil penalty (or penalties), and we provide a table showing the
increase in the penalties for 2017. In the table for each component, we
show (1) the penalty name, (2) the penalty statutory and/or regulatory
citation, (3) the penalty amount as adjusted in the IFR, (4) the cost-
of-living adjustment multiplier for 2017 that OMB provided in its
December 16, 2016 guidance, and (5) the new 2017 adjusted penalty. For
a more complete discussion of the method used for calculating the
initial ``catch-up'' inflation adjustments and a component-by-component
breakdown to the nature of the civil penalties and relevant legal
authorities, please see the IFR preamble at 81 FR 42987-43000.
III. Adjustments by Component
In the following sections, we briefly describe the civil penalties
that DHS and its components assess. We include tables at the end of
each section, which list the individual adjustments for each penalty.
A. National Protection and Programs Directorate
The National Protection and Programs Directorate (NPPD) administers
only one civil penalty that the 2015 Act affects. That penalty assesses
fines for violations of the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards
(CFATS). CFATS is a program that regulates the security of chemical
facilities that, in the discretion of the Secretary, present high
levels of security risk. DHS established the CFATS program in 2007
pursuant to section 550 of the Department of Homeland Security
Appropriations Act of 2007 (Pub. L. 109-295).\5\ The CFATS regulation
is located in part 27 of title 6 of the Code of Federal Regulations
(CFR).
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\5\ Section 550 has since been superseded by the Protecting and
Securing Chemical Facilities from Terrorist Attacks Act of 2014
(Pub. L. 113-254). The new legislation codified the statutory
authority for the CFATS program within Title XXI of the Homeland
Security Act of 2002, as amended. See 6 U.S.C. 621 et seq.
Table 1--CFATS Civil Penalty Adjustment
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New penalty as
Penalty amount as adjusted by
Penalty name Citation adjusted in the 2016 Multiplier * this final
IFR rule
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Penalty for non-compliance with 6 U.S.C. 624(b)(1);.. $32,796 per day...... 1.01636 $33,333
CFATS regulations. 6 CFR 27.300(b)(3)...
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* OMB, Implementation of the 2017 annual adjustment pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment
Act Improvements Act of 2015, December 16, 2016. https://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/memoranda/2017/m-17-11_0.pdf.
B. U.S. Customs and Border Protection
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) assesses civil monetary
penalties for certain violations of title 8 of the CFR regarding the
Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952 (Pub. L. 82-414, as amended)
(INA). The INA contains provisions that impose penalties on persons,
including carriers and aliens, who violate specified provisions of the
INA. CBP's relevant penalty provisions are located in numerous sections
of the INA, however CBP has enumerated these penalties in regulation in
one location--in 8 CFR 280.53. For a complete list of the INA sections
for which penalties are assessed, in addition to a brief description of
each violation, see the IFR preamble at 81 FR 42989-42990. Below is a
table showing the 2017 adjustment for the penalties that CBP
administers.
Table 2--U.S. Customs and Border Protection Civil Penalties Adjustments
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Penalty amount as New penalty as
Penalty name Citation adjusted in the Multiplier * adjusted by this
2016 IFR final rule
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Penalties for non-compliance with 8 U.S.C. 1221(g); 8 $1,312............. 1.01636 $1,333
arrival and departure manifest CFR 280.53(c)(1)
requirements for passengers, (INA section
crewmembers, or occupants 231(g)).
transported on commercial
vessels or aircraft arriving to
or departing from the United
States.
Penalties for non-compliance with 8 U.S.C. 1224; 8 3,563.............. 1.01636 3,621
landing requirements at CFR 280.53(c)(2)
designated ports of entry for (INA section 234).
aircraft transporting aliens.
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Penalties for failure to depart 8 U.S.C. 1229c(d); 1,502-7,512........ 1.01636 1,527-7,635
voluntarily. 8 CFR 280.53(c)(3)
(INA section
240B(d)).
Penalties for violations of 8 U.S.C. 3,005.............. 1.01636 3,054
removal orders relating to 1253(c)(1)(A); 8
aliens transported on vessels or CFR 280.53(c)(4)
aircraft under section 241(d) of (INA section
the INA, or for costs associated 243(c)(1)(A)).
with removal under section
241(e) of the INA.
Penalties for failure to remove 8 U.S.C. 7,512.............. 1.01636 7,635
alien stowaways under section 1253(c)(1)(B); 8
241(d)(2) of the INA. CFR 280.53(c)(4)
(INA section
243(c)(1)(B)).
Penalties for failure to report 8 U.S.C. 1281(d); 8 356 for each alien. 1.01636 362 for each alien
an illegal landing or desertion CFR 280.53(c)(5)
of alien crewmen, and for each (INA section
alien not reported on arrival or 251(d)).
departure manifest or lists
required in accordance with
section 251 of the INA.
Penalties for use of alien 8 U.S.C. 1281(d); 8 8,908.............. 1.01636 9,054
crewmen for longshore work in CFR 280.53(c)(5)
violation of section 251(d) of (INA section
the INA. 251(d)).
Penalties for failure to control, 8 U.S.C. 1284(a); 8 891-5,345.......... 1.01636 906-5,432
detain, or remove alien crewmen. CFR 280.53(c)(6)
(INA section
254(a)).
Penalties for employment on 8 U.S.C. 1285; 8 1,782.............. 1.01636 1,811
passenger vessels of aliens CFR 280.53(c)(7)
afflicted with certain (INA section 255).
disabilities.
Penalties for discharge of alien 8 U.S.C. 1286; 8 2,672-5,345........ 1.01636 2,716-5,432
crewmen. CFR 280.53(c)(8)
(INA section 256).
Penalties for bringing into the 8 U.S.C. 1287; 8 17,816............. 1.01636 18,107
United States alien crewmen with CFR 280.53(c)(9)
intent to evade immigration laws. (INA section 257).
Penalties for failure to prevent 8 U.S.C. 1321(a); 8 5,345.............. 1.01636 5,432
the unauthorized landing of CFR 280.53(c)(10)
aliens. (INA section
271(a)).
Penalties for bringing to the 8 U.S.C. 1322(a); 8 5,345.............. 1.01636 5,432
United States aliens subject to CFR 280.53(c)(11)
denial of admission on a health- (INA section
related ground. 272(a)).
Penalties for bringing to the 8 U.S.C. 1323(b); 8 5,345.............. 1.01636 5,432
United States aliens without CFR 280.53(c)(12)
required documentation. (INA section
273(b)).
Penalties for failure to depart.. 8 U.S.C. 1324d; 8 751................ 1.01636 763
CFR 280.53(c)(13)
(INA section 274D).
Penalties for improper entry..... 8 U.S.C. 1325(b); 8 75-376............. 1.01636 76-382
CFR 280.53(c)(14)
(INA section
275(b)).
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* OMB, Implementation of the 2017 annual adjustment pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment
Act Improvements Act of 2015, December 16, 2016. https://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/memoranda/2017/m-17-11_0.pdf.
C. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) assesses civil
monetary penalties for certain employment-related violations arising
from the INA. ICE's civil penalties are located in title 8 of the CFR.
There are three different sections in the INA that impose civil
monetary penalties for violations of the laws that relate to employment
actions: Sections 274A, 274B, and 274C. ICE has primary enforcement
responsibilities for two of these civil penalty provisions (sections
274A and 274C), and the Department of Justice (DOJ) has enforcement
responsibilities for one of these civil penalty provisions (section
274B). The INA, in sections 274A and 274C, provides for imposition of
civil penalties for various specified unlawful acts pertaining to the
employment eligibility verification process (Form I-9, Employment
Eligibility Verification)
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and the employment of unauthorized aliens.
Because both DHS and DOJ implement the three employment-related
penalty sections in the INA, both Departments are codifying the civil
penalty amounts in their implementing regulations. For a complete
description of the civil money penalties assessed and a discussion of
DHS's and DOJ's efforts to update the penalties in years past, see the
IFR preamble at 81 FR 42991. Below is a table showing the 2017
adjustment for the penalties that ICE administers.
Table 3--U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Civil Penalties Adjustments
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New penalty as
Penalty amount adjusted by
Penalty name Citation as adjusted in Multiplier * this final
the 2016 IFR rule
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Civil penalties for violation of 8 CFR 270.3(b)(1)(ii)(A) $445-$3,563 1.01636 $452-$3,621
Immigration and Naturalization Act
(INA) sections 274C(a)(1)-(a)(4),
penalty for first offense.
Civil penalties for violation of 8 CFR 270.3(b)(1)(ii)(B) 376-3,005 1.01636 382-3,054
Immigration and Naturalization Act
(INA) sections 274C(a)(5)-(a)(6),
penalty for first offense.
Civil penalties for violation of 8 CFR 270.3(b)(1)(ii)(C) 3,563-8,908 1.01636 3,621-9,054
Immigration and Naturalization Act
(INA) sections 274C(a)(1)-(a)(4),
penalty for subsequent offenses.
Civil penalties for violation of 8 CFR 270.3(b)(1)(ii)(D) 3,005-7,512 1.01636 3,054-7,635
Immigration and Naturalization Act
(INA) sections 274C(a)(5)-(a)(6),
penalty for subsequent offenses.
Violation/prohibition of indemnity 8 CFR 274a.8(b)......... 2,156 1.01636 2,191
bonds.
Civil penalties for knowingly hiring, 8 CFR 539-4,313 1.01636 548-4,384
recruiting, referral, or retention of 274a.10(b)(1)(ii)(A).
unauthorized aliens--Penalty for
first offense (per unauthorized
alien).
Penalty for second offense (per 8 CFR 4,313-10,781 1.01636 4,384-10,957
unauthorized alien). 274a.10(b)(1)(ii)(B).
Penalty for third or subsequent 8 CFR 6,469-21,563 1.01636 6,575-21,916
offense (per unauthorized alien). 274a.10(b)(1)(ii)(C).
Civil penalties for I-9 paperwork 8 CFR 274a.10(b)(2)..... 216-2,156 1.01636 220-2,191
violations.
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*OMB, Implementation of the 2017 annual adjustment pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment
Act Improvements Act of 2015, December 16, 2016. https://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/memoranda/2017/m-17-11_0.pdf.
D. U.S. Coast Guard
The Coast Guard is authorized to assess close to 150 penalties
involving maritime safety and security and environmental stewardship
that are critical to the continued success of Coast Guard missions.
Various statutes in titles 14, 16, 19, 33, 42, 46, and 49 of the United
States Code authorize these penalties. Titles 33 and 46 authorize the
vast majority of these penalties as these statutes deal with
navigation, navigable waters, and shipping. Beyond titles 33 and 46,
the Coast Guard is also authorized to collect civil monetary penalties
related to the organization and management of the Coast Guard, aquatic
species conservation, obstruction of revenue, and hazardous substances
and materials. For a complete discussion of the civil monetary
penalties assessed by the Coast Guard, see the IFR preamble at 81 FR
42992.
The Coast Guard has identified the penalties it administers,
adjusted those penalties for inflation, and is listing those new
penalties in a table located in the CFR--specifically, Table 1 in 33
CFR 27.3. Table 1 in 33 CFR 27.3 identifies the statutes that provide
the Coast Guard with civil monetary penalty authority and sets out the
inflation-adjusted maximum penalty that the Coast Guard may impose
pursuant to each statutory provision. Table 1 in 33 CFR 27.3 provides
the current maximum penalty for violations that occurred after November
2, 2015. The applicable civil penalty amounts for violations occurring
on or before November 2, 2015 are set forth in previously published
regulations amending 33 CFR part 27. To find the applicable penalty
amount for a violation that occurred on or before November 2, 2015,
look to the prior versions of the CFR that pertain to the date on which
the violation occurred. Table 4 below shows the 2017 adjustment for the
penalties that the Coast Guard administers.
Table 4--U.S. Coast Guard Civil Penalties Adjustments
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Penalty amount New penalty as
as adjusted adjusted by
Penalty name Citation in the 2016 Multiplier * this final
IFR rule
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Saving Life and Property.............. 14 U.S.C. 88(c)......... $10,017 1.01636 $10,181
Saving Life and Property; Intentional 14 U.S.C. 88(e)......... 1,028 1.01636 1,045
Interference with Broadcast.
Confidentiality of Medical Quality 14 U.S.C. 645(i); 33 CFR 5,032 1.01636 5,114
Assurance Records (first offense). 27.3.
Confidentiality of Medical Quality 14 U.S.C. 645(i); 33 CFR 33,546 1.01636 34,095
Assurance Records (subsequent 27.3.
offenses).
Aquatic Nuisance Species in Waters of 16 U.S.C. 4711(g)(1); 33 37,561 1.01636 38,175
the United States. CFR 27.3.
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Obstruction of Revenue Officers by 19 U.S.C. 70; 33 CFR 7,500 1.01636 7,623
Masters of Vessels. 27.3.
Obstruction of Revenue Officers by 19 U.S.C. 70; 33 CFR 1,750 1.01636 1,779
Masters of Vessels-Minimum Penalty. 27.3.
Failure to Stop Vessel When Directed; 19 U.S.C. 1581(d)....... ** 5,000 N/A ** 5,000
Master, Owner, Operator or Person in
Charge.
Failure to Stop Vessel When Directed; 19 U.S.C. 1581(d)....... ** 1,000 N/A ** 1,000
Master, Owner, Operator or Person in
Charge-Minimum Penalty.
Anchorage Ground/Harbor Regulations 33 U.S.C. 471; 33 CFR 10,875 1.01636 11,053
General. 27.3.
Anchorage Ground/Harbor Regulations 33 U.S.C. 474; 33 CFR 750 1.01636 762
St. Mary's river. 27.3.
Bridges/Failure to Comply with 33 U.S.C. 495(b); 33 CFR 27,455 1.01636 27,904
Regulations. 27.3.
Bridges/Drawbridges................... 33 U.S.C. 499(c); 33 CFR 27,455 1.01636 27,904
27.3.
Bridges/Failure to Alter Bridge 33 U.S.C. 502(c); 33 CFR 27,455 1.01636 27,904
Obstructing Navigation. 27.3.
Bridges/Maintenance and Operation..... 33 U.S.C. 533(b); 33 CFR 27,455 1.01636 27,904
27.3.
Bridge to Bridge Communication; 33 U.S.C. 1208(a); 33 2,000 1.01636 2,033
Master, Person in Charge or Pilot. CFR 27.3.
Bridge to Bridge Communication; Vessel 33 U.S.C. 1208(b); 33 2,000 1.01636 2,033
CFR 27.3.
PWSA Regulations...................... 33 U.S.C. 1232(a); 33 88,613 1.01636 90,063
CFR 27.3.
Vessel Navigation: Regattas or Marine 33 U.S.C. 1236(b); 33 8,908 1.01636 9,054
Parades; Unlicensed Person in Charge. CFR 27.3.
Vessel Navigation: Regattas or Marine 33 U.S.C. 1236(c); 33 8,908 1.01636 9,054
Parades; Owner Onboard Vessel. CFR 27.3.
Vessel Navigation: Regattas or Marine 33 U.S.C. 1236(d); 33 4,454 1.01636 4,527
Parades; Other Persons. CFR 27.3.
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges 33 U.S.C. 17,816 1.01636 18,107
(Class I per violation). 1321(b)(6)(B)(i); 33
CFR 27.3.
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges 33 U.S.C. 44,539 1.01636 45,268
(Class I total under paragraph). 1321(b)(6)(B)(i); 33
CFR 27.3.
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges 33 U.S.C. 17,816 1.01636 18,107
(Class II per day of violation). 1321(b)(6)(B)(ii); 33
CFR 27.3.
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges 33 U.S.C. 222,695 1.01636 226,338
(Class II total under paragraph). 1321(b)(6)(B)(ii); 33
CFR 27.3.
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges 33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(A); 44,539 1.01636 45,268
(per day of violation) Judicial 33 CFR 27.3.
Assessment.
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges 33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(A); 1,782 1.01636 1,811
(per barrel of oil or unit 33 CFR 27.3.
discharged) Judicial Assessment.
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Failure to 33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(B); 44,539 1.01636 45,268
Carry Out Removal/Comply With Order 33 CFR 27.3.
(Judicial Assessment).
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Failure to 33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(C); 44,539 1.01636 45,268
Comply with Regulation Issued Under 33 CFR 27.3.
1321(j) (Judicial Assessment).
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges, 33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(D); 5,345 1.01636 5,432
Gross Negligence (per barrel of oil 33 CFR 27.3.
or unit discharged) Judicial
Assessment.
Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges, 33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(D); 178,156 1.01636 181,071
Gross Negligence-Minimum Penalty 33 CFR 27.3.
(Judicial Assessment).
Marine Sanitation Devices; Operating.. 33 U.S.C. 1322(j); 33 7,500 1.01636 7,623
CFR 27.3.
Marine Sanitation Devices; Sale or 33 U.S.C. 1322(j); 33 20,000 1.01636 20,327
Manufacture. CFR 27.3.
International Navigation Rules; 33 U.S.C. 1608(a); 33 14,023 1.01636 14,252
Operator. CFR 27.3.
International Navigation Rules; Vessel 33 U.S.C. 1608(b); 33 14,023 1.01636 14,252
CFR 27.3.
Pollution from Ships; General......... 33 U.S.C. 1908(b)(1); 33 70,117 1.01636 71,264
CFR 27.3.
Pollution from Ships; False Statement. 33 U.S.C. 1908(b)(1); 33 14,023 1.01636 14,252
CFR 27.3.
Inland Navigation Rules; Operator..... 33 U.S.C. 2072(a); 33 14,023 1.01636 14,252
CFR 27.3.
Inland Navigation Rules; Vessel....... 33 U.S.C. 2072(b); 33 14,023 1.01636 14,252
CFR 27.3.
Shore Protection; General............. 33 U.S.C. 2609(a); 33 49,467 1.01636 50,276
CFR 27.3.
Shore Protection; Operating Without 33 U.S.C. 2609(b); 33 19,787 1.01636 20,111
Permit. CFR 27.3.
Oil Pollution Liability and 33 U.S.C. 2716a(a); 33 44,539 1.01636 45,268
Compensation. CFR 27.3.
Clean Hulls........................... 33 U.S.C. 3852(a)(1)(A); 40,779 1.01636 41,446
33 CFR 27.3.
Clean Hulls-related to false 33 U.S.C. 3852(a)(1)(A); 54,373 1.01636 55,263
statements. 33 CFR 27.3.
Clean Hulls-Recreational Vessel....... 33 U.S.C. 3852(c); 33 5,437 1.01636 5,526
CFR 27.3.
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Hazardous Substances, Releases, 42 U.S.C. 9609(a); 33 53,907 1.01636 54,789
Liability, Compensation (Class I). CFR 27.3.
Hazardous Substances, Releases, 42 U.S.C. 9609(b); 33 53,907 1.01636 54,789
Liability, Compensation (Class II). CFR 27.3.
Hazardous Substances, Releases, 42 U.S.C. 9609(b); 33 161,721 1.01636 164,367
Liability, Compensation (Class II CFR 27.3.
subsequent offense).
Hazardous Substances, Releases, 42 U.S.C. 9609(c); 33 53,907 1.01636 54,789
Liability, Compensation (Judicial CFR 27.3.
Assessment).
Hazardous Substances, Releases, 42 U.S.C. 9609(c); 33 161,721 1.01636 164,367
Liability, Compensation (Judicial CFR 27.3.
Assessment subsequent offense).
Safe Containers for International 46 U.S.C. App 1505(a)(2) 5,893 1.01636 5,989
Cargo. (codified as 46 USC
80509); 33 CFR 27.3.
Suspension of Passenger Service....... 46 U.S.C. App 1805(c)(2) 58,929 1.01636 59,893
(codified 46 USC
70305); 33 CFR 27.3.
Vessel Inspection or Examination Fees. 46 U.S.C. 2110(e); 33 8,908 1.01636 9,054
CFR 27.3.
Alcohol and Dangerous Drug Testing.... 46 U.S.C. 2115; 33 CFR 7,251 1.01636 7,370
27.3.
Negligent Operations: Recreational 46 U.S.C. 2302(a); 33 6,559 1.01636 6,666
Vessels. CFR 27.3.
Negligent Operations: Other Vessels... 46 U.S.C. 2302(a); 33 32,796 1.01636 33,333
CFR 27.3.
Operating a Vessel While Under the 46 U.S.C. 2302(c)(1); 33 7,251 1.01636 7,370
Influence of Alcohol or a Dangerous CFR 27.3.
Drug.
Vessel Reporting Requirements: Owner, 46 U.S.C. 2306(a)(4); 33 11,293 1.01636 11,478
Charterer, Managing Operator, or CFR 27.3.
Agent.
Vessel Reporting Requirements: Master. 46 U.S.C. 2306(b)(2); 33 2,259 1.01636 2,296
CFR 27.3.
Immersion Suits....................... 46 U.S.C. 3102(c)(1); 33 11,293 1.01636 11,478
CFR 27.3.
Inspection Permit..................... 46 U.S.C. 3302(i)(5); 33 2,355 1.01636 2,394
CFR 27.3.
Vessel Inspection; General............ 46 U.S.C. 3318(a); 33 11,293 1.01636 11,478
CFR 27.3.
Vessel Inspection; Nautical School 46 U.S.C. 3318(g); 33 11,293 1.01636 11,478
Vessel. CFR 27.3.
Vessel Inspection; Failure to Give 46 U.S.C. 3318(h); 33 2,259 1.01636 2,296
Notice IAW 3304(b). CFR 27.3.
Vessel Inspection; Failure to Give 46 U.S.C. 3318(i); 33 2,259 1.01636 2,296
Notice IAW 3309(c). CFR 27.3.
Vessel Inspection; Vessel >= 1600 46 U.S.C. 3318(j)(1); 33 22,587 1.01636 22,957
Gross Tons. CFR 27.3.
Vessel Inspection; Vessel < 1600 Gross 46 U.S.C. 3318(j)(1); 33 4,517 1.01636 4,591
Tons. CFR 27.3.
Vessel Inspection; Failure to Comply 46 U.S.C. 3318(k); 33 22,587 1.01636 22,957
with 3311(b). CFR 27.3.
Vessel Inspection; Violation of 46 U.S.C. 3318(l); 33 11,293 1.01636 11,478
3318(b)-3318(f). CFR 27.3.
List/count of Passengers.............. 46 U.S.C. 3502(e); 33 235 1.01636 239
CFR 27.3.
Notification to Passengers............ 46 U.S.C. 3504(c); 33 23,548 1.01636 23,933
CFR 27.3.
Notification to Passengers; Sale of 46 U.S.C. 3504(c); 33 1,177 1.01636 1,196
Tickets. CFR 27.3.
Copies of Laws on Passenger Vessels; 46 U.S.C. 3506; 33 CFR 471 1.01636 479
Master. 27.3.
Liquid Bulk/Dangerous Cargo........... 46 U.S.C. 3718(a)(1); 33 58,871 1.01636 59,834
CFR 27.3.
Uninspected Vessels................... 46 U.S.C. 4106; 33 CFR 9,893 1.01636 10,055
27.3.
Recreational Vessels (maximum for 46 U.S.C. 4311(b)(1); 33 311,470 1.01636 316,566
related series of violations). CFR 27.3.
Recreational Vessels; Violation of 46 U.S.C. 4311(b)(1); 33 6,229 1.01636 6,331
4307(a). CFR 27.3.
Recreational vessels.................. 46 U.S.C. 4311(c); 33 2,355 1.01636 2,394
CFR 27.3.
Uninspected Commercial Fishing 46 U.S.C. 4507; 33 CFR 9,893 1.01636 10,055
Industry Vessels. 27.3.
Abandonment of Barges................. 46 U.S.C. 4703; 33 CFR 1,677 1.01636 1,704
27.3.
Load Lines............................ 46 U.S.C. 5116(a); 33 10,781 1.01636 10,957
CFR 27.3.
Load Lines; Violation of 5112(a)...... 46 U.S.C. 5116(b); 33 21,563 1.01636 21,916
CFR 27.3.
Load Lines; Violation of 5112(b)...... 46 U.S.C. 5116(c); 33 10,781 1.01636 10,957
CFR 27.3.
Reporting Marine Casualties........... 46 U.S.C. 6103(a); 33 37,561 1.01636 38,175
CFR 27.3.
Reporting Marine Casualties; Violation 46 U.S.C. 6103(b); 33 9,893 1.01636 10,055
of 6104. CFR 27.3.
Manning of Inspected Vessels; Failure 46 U.S.C. 8101(e); 33 1,782 1.01636 1,811
to Report Deficiency in Vessel CFR 27.3.
Complement.
Manning of Inspected Vessels.......... 46 U.S.C. 8101(f); 33 17,816 1.01636 18,107
CFR 27.3.
Manning of Inspected Vessels; 46 U.S.C. 8101(g); 33 17,816 1.01636 18,107
Employing or Serving in Capacity not CFR 27.3.
Licensed by USCG.
Manning of Inspected Vessels; Freight 46 U.S.C. 8101(h); 33 2,355 1.01636 2,394
Vessel < 100 GT, Small Passenger CFR 27.3.
Vessel, or Sailing School Vessel.
Watchmen on Passenger Vessels......... 46 U.S.C. 8102(a)....... 2,355 1.01636 2,394
Citizenship Requirements.............. 46 U.S.C. 8103(f)....... 1,177 1.01636 1,196
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Watches on Vessels; Violation of 46 U.S.C. 8104(i)....... 17,816 1.01636 18,107
8104(a) or (b).
Watches on Vessels; Violation of 46 U.S.C. 8104(j)....... 17,816 1.01636 18,107
8104(c), (d), (e), or (h).
Staff Department on Vessels........... 46 U.S.C. 8302(e)....... 235 1.01636 239
Officer's Competency Certificates..... 46 U.S.C. 8304(d)....... 235 1.01636 239
Coastwise Pilotage; Owner, Charterer, 46 U.S.C. 8502(e)....... 17,816 1.01636 18,107
Managing Operator, Agent, Master or
Individual in Charge.
Coastwise Pilotage; Individual........ 46 U.S.C. 8502(f)....... 17,816 1.01636 18,107
Federal Pilots........................ 46 U.S.C. 8503.......... 56,467 1.01636 57,391
Merchant Mariners Documents........... 46 U.S.C. 8701(d)....... 1,177 1.01636 1,196
Crew Requirements..................... 46 U.S.C. 8702(e)....... 17,816 1.01636 18,107
Small Vessel Manning.................. 46 U.S.C. 8906.......... 37,561 1.01636 38,175
Pilotage: Great Lakes; Owner, 46 U.S.C. 9308(a)....... 17,816 1.01636 18,107
Charterer, Managing Operator, Agent,
Master or Individual in Charge.
Pilotage: Great Lakes; Individual..... 46 U.S.C. 9308(b)....... 17,816 1.01636 18,107
Pilotage: Great Lakes; Violation of 46 U.S.C. 9308(c)....... 17,816 1.01636 18,107
9303.
Failure to Report Sexual Offense...... 46 U.S.C. 10104(b)...... 9,468 1.01636 9,623
Pay Advances to Seamen................ 46 U.S.C. 10314(a)(2)... 1,177 1.01636 1,196
Pay Advances to Seamen; Remuneration 46 U.S.C. 10314(b)...... 1,177 1.01636 1,196
for Employment.
Allotment to Seamen................... 46 U.S.C. 10315(c)...... 1,177 1.01636 1,196
Seamen Protection; General............ 46 U.S.C. 10321......... 8,162 1.01636 8,296
Coastwise Voyages: Advances........... 46 U.S.C. 10505(a)(2)... 8,162 1.01636 8,296
Coastwise Voyages: Advances; 46 U.S.C. 10505(b)...... 8,162 1.01636 8,296
Remuneration for Employment.
Coastwise Voyages: Seamen Protection; 46 U.S.C. 10508(b)...... 8,162 1.01636 8,296
General.
Effects of Deceased Seamen............ 46 U.S.C. 10711......... 471 1.01636 479
Complaints of Unfitness............... 46 U.S.C. 10902(a)(2)... 1,177 1.01636 1,196
Proceedings on Examination of Vessel.. 46 U.S.C. 10903(d)...... 235 1.01636 239
Permission to Make Complaint.......... 46 U.S.C. 10907(b)...... 1,177 1.01636 1,196
Accommodations for Seamen............. 46 U.S.C. 11101(f)...... 1,177 1.01636 1,196
Medicine Chests on Vessels............ 46 U.S.C. 11102(b)...... 1,177 1.01636 1,196
Destitute Seamen...................... 46 U.S.C. 11104(b)...... 235 1.01636 239
Wages on Discharge.................... 46 U.S.C. 11105(c)...... 1,177 1.01636 1,196
Log Books; Master Failing to Maintain. 46 U.S.C. 11303(a)...... 471 1.01636 479
Log Books; Master Failing to Make 46 U.S.C. 11303(b)...... 471 1.01636 479
Entry.
Log Books; Late Entry................. 46 U.S.C. 11303(c)...... 353 1.01636 359
Carrying of Sheath Knives............. 46 U.S.C. 11506......... 118 1.01636 120
Vessel Documentation.................. 46 U.S.C. 12151(a)(1)... 15,423 1.01636 15,675
Documentation of Vessels--Related to 46 U.S.C. 12151 (a)(2).. 25,705 1.01636 26,126
Activities involving mobile offshore
drilling units.
Vessel Documentation; Fishery 46 U.S.C. 12151(c)...... 117,858 1.01636 119,786
Endorsement.
Numbering of Undocumented Vessels-- 46 U.S.C. 12309(a)...... 11,774 1.01636 11,967
Willful violation.
Numbering of Undocumented Vessels..... 46 U.S.C. 12309(b)...... 2,355 1.01636 2,394
Vessel Identification System.......... 46 U.S.C. 12507(b)...... 19,787 1.01636 20,111
Measurement of Vessels................ 46 U.S.C. 14701......... 43,126 1.01636 43,832
Measurement; False Statements......... 46 U.S.C. 14702......... 43,126 1.01636 43,832
Commercial Instruments and Maritime 46 U.S.C. 31309......... 19,787 1.01636 20,111
Liens.
Commercial Instruments and Maritime 46 U.S.C. 31330(a)(2)... 19,787 1.01636 20,111
Liens; Mortgagor.
Commercial Instruments and Maritime 46 U.S.C. 31330(b)(2)... 49,467 1.01636 50,276
Liens; Violation of 31329.
Port Security......................... 46 U.S.C. 70119(a)...... 32,796 1.01636 33,333
Port Security-Continuing Violations... 46 U.S.C. 70119(b)...... 58,929 1.01636 59,893
Maritime Drug Law Enforcement......... 46 U.S.C. 70506(c)...... 5,437 1.01636 5,526
Hazardous Materials: Related to 49 U.S.C. 5123(a)(1).... 77,114 1.01636 78,376
Vessels.
Hazardous Materials: Related to 49 U.S.C. 5123(a)(2).... 179,933 1.01636 182,877
Vessels-Penalty from Fatalities,
Serious Injuries/Illness or
substantial Damage to Property.
Hazardous Materials: Related to 49 U.S.C. 5123(a)(3).... 463 1.01636 471
Vessels; Training.
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* OMB, Implementation of the 2017 annual adjustment pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment
Act Improvements Act of 2015, December 16, 2016. https://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/memoranda/2017/m-17-11_0.pdf.
** Exempt as under the Tariff Act.
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E. Transportation Security Administration
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is updating its
civil penalties regulation in accordance with the 2015 Act. Pursuant to
its statutory authority in 49 U.S.C. 114(v), TSA may impose penalties
for violations of any statute that TSA administers, whether an
implementing regulation or order imposes the penalty.\6\ TSA assesses
these penalties for a wide variety of aviation and surface security
requirements, including violations of TSA's requirements applicable to
Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC),\7\ as well as
violations of requirements described in chapter 449 of title 49 of the
United States Code. These penalties can apply to a wide variety of
situations, as described in the statutory and regulatory provisions, as
well as in guidance that TSA publishes. Below is a table showing the
2017 adjustment for the penalties that TSA administers.
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\6\ See 49 U.S.C. 114(v), as amended by sec. 1302 of the
Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007
(Pub. L. 110-53, 121 Stat. 266 (Aug. 3, 2007)).
\7\ See, e.g., 46 U.S.C. 70105, 49 U.S.C. 46302 and 46303, and
U.S.C. ch. 449.
Table 5--Transportation Security Administration Civil Penalties Adjustments
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Penalty amount as New penalty as
Penalty name Citation adjusted in the Multiplier * adjusted by this
2016 IFR final rule
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Violation of 49 U.S.C. ch. 449 49 U.S.C. $32,140 (up to a 1.01636 $32,666 (up to a
(except secs. 44902, 44903(d), 46301(a)(1), (4); total of $514,244 total of $522,657
44907(a)-(d)(1)(A), 49 CFR per civil penalty per civil penalty
44907(d)(1)(C)-(f), 44908, and 1503.401(c)(2). action). action).
44909), or 49 U.S.C. 46302 or
46303, a regulation prescribed,
or order issued thereunder by a
person operating an aircraft for
the transportation of passengers
or property for compensation.
Violation of 49 U.S.C. ch. 449 49 U.S.C. $12,856 (up to a 1.01636 $13,066 (up to a
(except secs. 44902, 44903(d), 46301(a)(1), (4); total of $64,281 total of $65,333
44907(a)-(d)(1)(A), 49 CFR total for small total for small
44907(d)(1)(C)-(f), 44908, and 1503.401(c)(1). businesses, business, $522,657
44909), or 49 U.S.C. 46302 or $514,244 for for others).
46303, a regulation prescribed, others).
or order issued thereunder by an
individual (except an airman
serving as an airman), any
person not operating an aircraft
for the transportation of
passengers or property for
compensation, or a small
business concern.
Violation of any other provision 49 U.S.C. 114(v); $11,002 (up to a 1.01636 $11,182 (up to a
of title 49 U.S.C. or of 46 49 CFR 1503.401(b). total of $55,010 total of $55,910
U.S.C. ch. 701, a regulation total for small total for small
prescribed, or order issued businesses, businesses,
thereunder. $440,080 for $447,280 for
others). others).
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\*\ OMB, Implementation of the 2017 annual adjustment pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation
Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015, December 16, 2016. https://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/omb/memoranda/2017/m-17-11_0.pdf.
IV. Discussion of Public Comments
DHS did not receive any public comments on the IFR.
V. Administrative Procedure Act
The Administrative Procedure Act (APA) generally requires agencies
to publish a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register (5
U.S.C. 553(b)) and to provide interested persons with the opportunity
to submit comments (5 U.S.C. 553(c)). The APA also requires agencies to
provide a delayed effective date (of not less than 30 days) for
substantive rules. 5 U.S.C. 553(d). The APA, however, provides an
exception to the notice and public comment requirements where the
``agency for good cause finds . . . that notice and public procedure
thereon are impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to public
interest.'' 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B).
As discussed in the preamble to the IFR, DHS issued the IFR
pursuant to the ``good cause'' exception in the APA. With respect to
this Final Rule and future required annual adjustments, the 2015 Act,
specifically instructed that agencies are to make the required annual
adjustments notwithstanding section 553 of title 5 of the United States
Code.
DHS is promulgating this Final Rule to ensure that the amount of
civil penalties that DHS assesses or enforces reflects the statutorily
mandated ranges as adjusted for inflation. The 2015 Act provides a
clear formula for adjustment of the civil penalties, leaving DHS and
its components with little room for discretion. DHS and its components
have been charged only with performing ministerial computations to
determine the amounts of adjustments for inflation to civil monetary
penalties. Accordingly, and as specified in the 2015 Act, the prior
public notice and comment procedures and delayed effective date
requirements of the APA do not apply to this rule.
As described in Section I above, the 2015 Act requires agencies to
make annual adjustments to civil monetary penalties no later than
January 15 of each year and to publish the adjustments in the Federal
Register. DHS intends to make future annual inflation adjustments by
publication of a Final Rule, notwithstanding section 553 of title 5 of
the United States Code including the notice-and-comment and delayed
effective date requirements of the APA. In future annual adjustments,
DHS will merely need to update the penalty amounts by applying the
cost-of-living adjustment multiplier that OMB provides to agencies.
Accordingly, DHS will publish a Final Rule, notwithstanding section 553
of title 5 of the United States Code, that provides a table with the
adjusted penalty amounts
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and that updates the numbers in the regulatory text accordingly.
VI. Regulatory Analyses
A. Executive Orders 12866 and 13563
Executive Orders 12866 and 13563 direct agencies to assess the
costs and benefits of available regulatory alternatives and, if
regulation is necessary, to select regulatory approaches that maximize
net benefits (including potential economic, environmental, public
health and safety effects, distributive impacts, and equity). Executive
Order 13563 emphasizes the importance of quantifying both costs and
benefits, of reducing costs, of harmonizing rules, and of promoting
flexibility. OMB has not designated this Final Rule a ``significant
regulatory action'' under section 3(f) of Executive Order 12866.
Accordingly, OMB has not reviewed this rule.
This Final Rule makes nondiscretionary adjustments to existing
civil monetary penalties in accordance with the 2015 Act and OMB
guidance.\8\ DHS therefore did not consider alternatives and does not
have the flexibility to alter the adjustments of the civil monetary
penalty amounts as provided in this rule. To the extent this Final Rule
increases civil monetary penalties, it would result in an increase in
transfers from persons or entities assessed a civil monetary penalty to
the government.
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B. Regulatory Flexibility Act
The Regulatory Flexibility Act applies only to rules for which an
agency publishes a notice of proposed rulemaking pursuant to 5 U.S.C.
553(b). See 5 U.S.C. 601-612. The Regulatory Flexibility Act does not
apply to this Final Rule, because a notice of proposed rulemaking was
not required for the reasons stated above.
C. 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 (adjusted for
inflation) or more in any one year. This Final Rule will not result in
such an expenditure.
D. Paperwork Reduction Act
The provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, 44 U.S.C.
chapter 35, and its implementing regulations, 5 CFR part 1320, do not
apply to this Final Rule, because this Final Rule does not trigger any
new or revised recordkeeping or reporting.
List of Subjects
6 CFR Part 27
Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Security measures.
8 CFR Part 270
Administrative practice and procedure, Aliens, Employment, Fraud,
Penalties.
8 CFR Part 274a
Administrative practice and procedure, Aliens, Employment,
Penalties, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.
8 CFR Part 280
Administrative practice and procedure, Immigration, Penalties.
33 CFR Part 27
Administrative practice and procedure, Penalties.
49 CFR Part 1503
Administrative practice and procedure, Investigations, Law
enforcement, Penalties.
Amendments to the Regulations
Accordingly, for the reasons stated in the preamble, the interim
rule amending 6 CFR part 27, 8 CFR parts 270, 274a, and 280, 33 CFR
part 27, and 49 CFR part 1503, which was published at 81 FR 42987 on
July 1, 2016, is adopted as a final rule with the following changes:
Title 6--Domestic Security
PART 27--CHEMICAL FACILITY ANTI-TERRORISM STANDARDS
0
1. The authority citation for part 27 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 6 U.S.C. 624; Public Law 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as
amended by Public Law 114-74, 129 Stat. 599.
0
2. In Sec. 27.300, revise paragraph (b)(3) to read as follows:
Sec. 27.300 Orders.
* * * * *
(b) * * *
(3) Where the Assistant Secretary determines that a facility is in
violation of an Order issued pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section
and issues an Order Assessing Civil Penalty pursuant to paragraph
(b)(1) of this section, a chemical facility is liable to the United
States for a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 for each day during
which the violation continues, if the violation of the Order occurred
on or before November 2, 2015, or $33,333 for each day during which the
violation of the Order continues, if the violation occurred after
November 2, 2015.
* * * * *
Title 8--Aliens and Nationality
PART 270--PENALTIES FOR DOCUMENT FRAUD
0
3. The authority citation for part 270 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 8 U.S.C. 1101, 1103, and 1324c; Public Law 101-410,
104 Stat. 890, as amended by Public Law 104-134, 110 Stat. 1321 and
Public Law 114-74, 129 Stat. 599.
0
4. In Sec. 270.3, revise paragraphs (b)(1)(ii)(A), (B), (C), and (D)
to read as follows:
Sec. 270.3 Penalties.
* * * * *
(b) * * *
(1) * * *
(ii) * * *
(A) First offense under section 274C(a)(1) through (a)(4). Not less
than $275 and not exceeding $2,200 for each fraudulent document or each
proscribed activity described in section 274C(a)(1) through (a)(4) of
the Act before March 27, 2008; not less than $375 and not exceeding
$3,200 for each fraudulent document or each proscribed activity
described in section 274C(a)(1) through (a)(4) of the Act on or after
March 27, 2008 and on or before November 2, 2015; and not less than
$452 and not exceeding $3,621 for each fraudulent document or each
proscribed activity described in section 274C(a)(1) through (a)(4) of
the Act after November 2, 2015.
(B) First offense under section 274C(a)(5) or (a)(6). Not less than
$250 and not exceeding $2,000 for each fraudulent document or each
proscribed activity described in section 274C(a)(5) or (a)(6) of the
Act before March 27, 2008; not less than $275 and not exceeding $2,200
for each fraudulent document or each proscribed activity described in
section 274C(a)(5) or (a)(6) of the Act on or after March 27, 2008 and
on or before November 2, 2015; and not less than $382 and not exceeding
$3,054 for each fraudulent document or each proscribed activity
described in section 274C(a)(5) or (a)(6) of the Act after November 2,
2015.
(C) Subsequent offenses under section 274C(a)(1) through (a)(4).
Not less than $2,200 and not more than $5,500 for each fraudulent
document or each
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proscribed activity described in section 274C(a)(1) through (a)(4) of
the Act before March 27, 2008; not less than $3,200 and not exceeding
$6,500 for each fraudulent document or each proscribed activity
described in section 274C(a)(1) through (a)(4) of the Act occurring on
or after March 27, 2008 and on or before November 2, 2015; and not less
than $3,621 and not more than $9,054 for each fraudulent document or
each proscribed activity described in section 274C(a)(1) through (a)(4)
of the Act after November 2, 2015.
(D) Subsequent offenses under section 274C(a)(5) or (a)(6). Not
less than $2,000 and not more than $5,000 for each fraudulent document
or each proscribed activity described in section 274C(a)(5) or (a)(6)
of the Act before March 27, 2008; not less than $2,200 and not
exceeding $5,500 for each fraudulent document or each proscribed
activity described in section 274C(a)(5) or (a)(6) of the Act occurring
on or after March 27, 2008 and on or before November 2, 2015; and not
less than $3,054 and not more than $7,635 for each fraudulent document
or each proscribed activity described in section 274C(a)(5) or (a)(6)
of the Act after November 2, 2015.
* * * * *
PART 274a--CONTROL OF EMPLOYMENT OF ALIENS
0
5. The authority citation for part 274a continues to read as follows:
Authority: 8 U.S.C. 1101, 1103, 1324a; 48 U.S.C. 1806; 8 CFR
part 2; Public Law 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended by Public Law
114-74, 129 Stat. 599.
0
6. In Sec. 274a.8, revise paragraph (b) to read as follows:
Sec. 274a.8 Prohibition of indemnity bonds.
* * * * *
(b) Penalty. Any person or other entity who requires any individual
to post a bond or security as stated in this section shall, after
notice and opportunity for an administrative hearing in accordance with
section 274A(e)(3)(B) of the Act, be subject to a civil monetary
penalty of $1,000 for each violation before September 29, 1999, of
$1,100 for each violation occurring on or after September 29, 1999 but
on or before November 2, 2015, and of $2,191 for each violation
occurring after November 2, 2015, and to an administrative order
requiring the return to the individual of any amounts received in
violation of this section or, if the individual cannot be located, to
the general fund of the Treasury.
0
7. In Sec. 274a.10, revise paragraphs (b)(1)(ii)(A), (B), and (C) and
(b)(2) to read as follows:
Sec. 274a.10 Penalties.
* * * * *
(b) * * *
(1) * * *
(ii) * * *
(A) First offense--not less than $275 and not more than $2,200 for
each unauthorized alien with respect to whom the offense occurred
before March 27, 2008; not less than $375 and not exceeding $3,200, for
each unauthorized alien with respect to whom the offense occurred
occurring on or after March 27, 2008 and on or before November 2, 2015;
and not less than $548 and not more than $4,384 for each unauthorized
alien with respect to whom the offense occurred occurring after
November 2, 2015.
(B) Second offense--not less than $2,200 and not more than $5,500
for each unauthorized alien with respect to whom the second offense
occurred before March 27, 2008; not less than $3,200 and not more than
$6,500, for each unauthorized alien with respect to whom the second
offense occurred on or after March 27, 2008 and on or before November
2, 2015; and not less than $4,384 and not more than $10,957 for each
unauthorized alien with respect to whom the second offense occurred
after November 2, 2015; or
(C) More than two offenses--not less than $3,300 and not more than
$11,000 for each unauthorized alien with respect to whom the third or
subsequent offense occurred before March 27, 2008; not less than $4,300
and not exceeding $16,000, for each unauthorized alien with respect to
whom the third or subsequent offense occurred on or after March 27,
2008 and on or before November 2, 2015; and not less than $6,575 and
not more than $21,916 for each unauthorized alien with respect to whom
the third or subsequent offense occurred after November 2, 2015; and
* * * * *
(2) A respondent determined by the Service (if a respondent fails
to request a hearing) or by an administrative law judge, to have failed
to comply with the employment verification requirements as set forth in
Sec. 274a.2(b), shall be subject to a civil penalty in an amount of
not less than $100 and not more than $1,000 for each individual with
respect to whom such violation occurred before September 29, 1999; not
less than $110 and not more than $1,100 for each individual with
respect to whom such violation occurred on or after September 29, 1999
and on or before November 2, 2015; and not less than $220 and not more
than $2,191 for each individual with respect to whom such violation
occurred after November 2, 2015. In determining the amount of the
penalty, consideration shall be given to:
(i) The size of the business of the employer being charged;
(ii) The good faith of the employer;
(iii) The seriousness of the violation;
(iv) Whether or not the individual was an unauthorized alien; and
(v) The history of previous violations of the employer.
* * * * *
PART 280--IMPOSITION AND COLLECTION OF FINES
0
8. The authority citation for part 280 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 8 U.S.C. 1103, 1221, 1223, 1227, 1229, 1253, 1281,
1283, 1284, 1285, 1286, 1322, 1323, 1330; 66 Stat. 173, 195, 197,
201, 203, 212, 219, 221-223, 226, 227, 230; Public Law 101-410, 104
Stat. 890, as amended by Public Law 114-74, 129 Stat. 599.
0
9. Revise Sec. 280.53 to read as follows:
Sec. 280.53 Civil monetary penalties inflation adjustment.
(a) Statutory authority. In accordance with the requirements of the
Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990, Public Law
101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as amended by the Federal Civil Penalties
Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015, Public Law 114-74,
Sec. 701, 129 Stat. 599, the civil monetary penalties listed in
paragraph (b) of this section are adjusted as provided in paragraph
(b).
(b) Adjustment of penalties. For violations occurring on or before
November 2, 2015, the penalty amount prior to adjustment applies. For
violations occurring after November 2, 2015, the listed penalties are
adjusted as follows:
(1) Section 231(g) of the Act, Penalties for non-compliance with
arrival and departure manifest requirements for passengers,
crewmembers, or occupants transported on commercial vessels or aircraft
arriving to or departing from the United States: From $1,312 to $1,333.
(2) Section 234 of the Act, Penalties for non-compliance with
landing requirements at designated ports of entry for aircraft
transporting aliens: From $3,563 to $3,621.
(3) Section 240B(d) of the Act, Penalties for failure to depart
voluntarily: From $1,502 minimum/$7,512 maximum to $1,527 minimum/
$7,635 maximum.
(4) Section 243(c)(1)(A) of the Act, Penalties for violations of
removal orders relating to aliens transported on vessels or aircraft,
under section 241(d) of the Act, or for costs associated with removal
under section 241(e) of the Act: From $3,005 to $3,054;
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(5) Penalties for failure to remove alien stowaways under section
241(d)(2): From $7,512 to $7,635.
(6) Section 251(d) of the Act, Penalties for failure to report an
illegal landing or desertion of alien crewmen, and for each alien not
reported on arrival or departure manifest or lists required in
accordance with section 251 of the Act: From $356 to $362; and
penalties for use of alien crewmen for longshore work in violation of
section 251(d) of the Act: From $8,908 to $9,054.
(7) Section 254(a) of the Act, Penalties for failure to control,
detain, or remove alien crewmen: From $891 minimum/$5,345 maximum to
$906 minimum/$5,432 maximum.
(8) Section 255 of the Act, Penalties for employment on passenger
vessels of aliens afflicted with certain disabilities: From $1,782 to
$1,811.
(9) Section 256 of the Act, Penalties for discharge of alien
crewmen: From $2,672 minimum/$5,345 maximum to $2,716 minimum/$5,432
maximum.
(10) Section 257 of the Act, Penalties for bringing into the United
States alien crewmen with intent to evade immigration laws: From
$17,816 maximum to $18,107 maximum.
(11) Section 271(a) of the Act, Penalties for failure to prevent
the unauthorized landing of aliens: From $5,345 to $5,432.
(12) Section 272(a) of the Act, Penalties for bringing to the
United States aliens subject to denial of admission on a health-related
ground: From $5,345 to $5,432.
(13) Section 273(b) of the Act, Penalties for bringing to the
United States aliens without required documentation: From $5,345 to
$5,432.
(14) Section 274D of the Act, Penalties for failure to depart: From
$751 to $763, for each day the alien is in violation.
(15) Section 275(b) of the Act, Penalties for improper entry: From
$75 minimum/$376 maximum to $76 minimum/$382 maximum, for each entry or
attempted entry.
Title 33--Navigation and Navigable Waters
PART 27--ADJUSTMENT OF CIVIL MONETARY PENALTIES FOR INFLATION
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10. The authority citation for part 27 continues to read as follows:
Authority: Secs. 1-6, Public Law 101-410, 104 Stat. 890, as
amended by Sec. 31001(s)(1), Public Law 104-134, as amended by
Public Law 114-74; 110 Stat. 1321 (28 U.S.C. 2461 note); Department
of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1, sec. 2 (106).
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11. Revise Sec. 27.3 to read as follows:
Sec. 27.3 Penalty adjustment table.
Table 1 identifies the statutes administered by the Coast Guard
that authorize a civil monetary penalty. The ``adjusted maximum
penalty'' is the maximum penalty authorized by the Federal Civil
Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990, as amended by the Federal
Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015, as
determined by the Coast Guard. The adjusted civil penalty amounts
listed in Table 1 are applicable for penalty assessments issued after
January 27, 2017, with respect to violations occurring after November
2, 2015. The applicable civil penalty amounts for violations occurring
on or before November 2, 2015, are set forth in previously published
regulations amending this part.
Table 1--Civil Monetary Penalty Inflation Adjustments
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2017 adjusted
maximum
U.S. Code citation Civil monetary penalty description penalty amount
($)
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14 U.S.C. 88(c)............................... Saving Life and Property........................ 10,181
14 U.S.C. 88(e)............................... Saving Life and Property; Intentional 1,045
Interference with Broadcast.
14 U.S.C. 645(i).............................. Confidentiality of Medical Quality Assurance 5,114
Records (first offense).
14 U.S.C. 645(i).............................. Confidentiality of Medical Quality Assurance 34,095
Records (subsequent offenses).
16 U.S.C. 4711(g)(1).......................... Aquatic Nuisance Species in Waters of the United 38,175
States.
19 U.S.C. 70.................................. Obstruction of Revenue Officers by Masters of 7,623
Vessels.
19 U.S.C. 70.................................. Obstruction of Revenue Officers by Masters of 1,779
Vessels--Minimum Penalty.
19 U.S.C. 1581(d)............................. Failure to Stop Vessel When Directed; Master, 5,000
Owner, Operator or Person in Charge \1\.
19 U.S.C. 1581(d)............................. Failure to Stop Vessel When Directed; Master, 1,000
Owner, Operator or Person in Charge--Minimum
Penalty \1\.
33 U.S.C. 471................................. Anchorage Ground/Harbor Regulations General..... 11,053
33 U.S.C. 474................................. Anchorage Ground/Harbor Regulations St. Mary's 762
River.
33 U.S.C. 495(b).............................. Bridges/Failure to Comply with Regulations...... 27,904
33 U.S.C. 499(c).............................. Bridges/Drawbridges............................. 27,904
33 U.S.C. 502(c).............................. Bridges/Failure to Alter Bridge Obstructing 27,904
Navigation.
33 U.S.C. 533(b).............................. Bridges/Maintenance and Operation............... 27,904
33 U.S.C. 1208(a)............................. Bridge to Bridge Communication; Master, Person 2,033
in Charge or Pilot.
33 U.S.C. 1208(b)............................. Bridge to Bridge Communication; Vessel.......... 2,033
33 U.S.C. 1232(a)............................. PWSA Regulations................................ 90,063
33 U.S.C. 1236(b)............................. Vessel Navigation: Regattas or Marine Parades; 9,054
Unlicensed Person in Charge.
33 U.S.C. 1236(c)............................. Vessel Navigation: Regattas or Marine Parades; 9,054
Owner Onboard Vessel.
33 U.S.C. 1236(d)............................. Vessel Navigation: Regattas or Marine Parades; 4,527
Other Persons.
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(6)(B)(i).................... Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (Class I 18,107
per violation).
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(6)(B)(i).................... Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (Class I 45,268
total under paragraph).
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(6)(B)(ii)................... Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (Class II 18,107
per day of violation).
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(6)(B)(ii)................... Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (Class II 226,338
total under paragraph).
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(A)....................... Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (per day of 45,268
violation) Judicial Assessment.
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(A)....................... Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges (per barrel 1,811
of oil or unit discharged) Judicial Assessment.
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(B)....................... Oil/Hazardous Substances: Failure to Carry Out 45,268
Removal/Comply With Order (Judicial Assessment).
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(C)....................... Oil/Hazardous Substances: Failure to Comply with 45,268
Regulation Issued Under 1321(j) (Judicial
Assessment).
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33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(D)....................... Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges, Gross 5,432
Negligence (per barrel of oil or unit
discharged) Judicial Assessment.
33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(7)(D)....................... Oil/Hazardous Substances: Discharges, Gross 181,071
Negligence--Minimum Penalty (Judicial
Assessment).
33 U.S.C. 1322(j)............................. Marine Sanitation Devices; Operating............ 7,623
33 U.S.C. 1322(j)............................. Marine Sanitation Devices; Sale or Manufacture.. 20,327
33 U.S.C. 1608(a)............................. International Navigation Rules; Operator........ 14,252
33 U.S.C. 1608(b)............................. International Navigation Rules; Vessel.......... 14,252
33 U.S.C. 1908(b)(1).......................... Pollution from Ships; General................... 71,264
33 U.S.C. 1908(b)(2).......................... Pollution from Ships; False Statement........... 14,252
33 U.S.C. 2072(a)............................. Inland Navigation Rules; Operator............... 14,252
33 U.S.C. 2072(b)............................. Inland Navigation Rules; Vessel................. 14,252
33 U.S.C. 2609(a)............................. Shore Protection; General....................... 50,276
33 U.S.C. 2609(b)............................. Shore Protection; Operating Without Permit...... 20,111
33 U.S.C. 2716a(a)............................ Oil Pollution Liability and Compensation........ 45,268
33 U.S.C. 3852(a)(1)(A)....................... Clean Hulls; Civil Enforcement.................. 41,446
33 U.S.C. 3852(a)(1)(A)....................... Clean Hulls; related to false statements........ 55,263
33 U.S.C. 3852(c)............................. Clean Hulls; Recreational Vessels............... 5,526
42 U.S.C. 9609(a)............................. Hazardous Substances, Releases, Liability, 54,789
Compensation (Class I).
42 U.S.C. 9609(b)............................. Hazardous Substances, Releases, Liability, 54,789
Compensation (Class II).
42 U.S.C. 9609(b)............................. Hazardous Substances, Releases, Liability, 164,367
Compensation (Class II subsequent offense).
42 U.S.C. 9609(c)............................. Hazardous Substances, Releases, Liability, 54,789
Compensation (Judicial Assessment).
42 U.S.C. 9609(c)............................. Hazardous Substances, Releases, Liability, 164,367
Compensation (Judicial Assessment subsequent
offense).
46 U.S.C. 80509(a)............................ Safe Containers for International Cargo......... 5,989
46 U.S.C. 70305(c)............................ Suspension of Passenger Service................. 59,893
46 U.S.C. 2110(e)............................. Vessel Inspection or Examination Fees........... 9,054
46 U.S.C. 2115................................ Alcohol and Dangerous Drug Testing.............. 7,370
46 U.S.C. 2302(a)............................. Negligent Operations: Recreational Vessels...... 6,666
46 U.S.C. 2302(a)............................. Negligent Operations: Other Vessels............. 33,333
46 U.S.C. 2302(c)(1).......................... Operating a Vessel While Under the Influence of 7,370
Alcohol or a Dangerous Drug.
46 U.S.C. 2306(a)(4).......................... Vessel Reporting Requirements: Owner, Charterer, 11,478
Managing Operator, or Agent.
46 U.S.C. 2306(b)(2).......................... Vessel Reporting Requirements: Master........... 2,296
46 U.S.C. 3102(c)(1).......................... Immersion Suits................................. 11,478
46 U.S.C. 3302(i)(5).......................... Inspection Permit............................... 2,394
46 U.S.C. 3318(a)............................. Vessel Inspection; General...................... 11,478
46 U.S.C. 3318(g)............................. Vessel Inspection; Nautical School Vessel....... 11,478
46 U.S.C. 3318(h)............................. Vessel Inspection; Failure to Give Notice IAW 2,296
3304(b).
46 U.S.C. 3318(i)............................. Vessel Inspection; Failure to Give Notice IAW 2,296
3309(c).
46 U.S.C. 3318(j)(1).......................... Vessel Inspection; Vessel >=1600 Gross Tons..... 22,957
46 U.S.C. 3318(j)(1).......................... Vessel Inspection; Vessel <1600 Gross Tons...... 4,591
46 U.S.C. 3318(k)............................. Vessel Inspection; Failure to Comply with 22,957
3311(b).
46 U.S.C. 3318(l)............................. Vessel Inspection; Violation of 3318(b)-3318(f). 11,478
46 U.S.C. 3502(e)............................. List/count of Passengers........................ 239
46 U.S.C. 3504(c)............................. Notification to Passengers...................... 23,933
46 U.S.C. 3504(c)............................. Notification to Passengers; Sale of Tickets..... 1,196
46 U.S.C. 3506................................ Copies of Laws on Passenger Vessels; Master..... 479
46 U.S.C. 3718(a)(1).......................... Liquid Bulk/Dangerous Cargo..................... 59,834
46 U.S.C. 4106................................ Uninspected Vessels............................. 10,055
46 U.S.C. 4311(b)(1).......................... Recreational Vessels (maximum for related series 316,566
of violations).
46 U.S.C. 4311(b)(1).......................... Recreational Vessels; Violation of 4307(a)...... 6,331
46 U.S.C. 4311(c)............................. Recreational Vessels............................ 2,394
46 U.S.C. 4507................................ Uninspected Commercial Fishing Industry Vessels. 10,055
46 U.S.C. 4703................................ Abandonment of Barges........................... 1,704
46 U.S.C. 5116(a)............................. Load Lines...................................... 10,957
46 U.S.C. 5116(b)............................. Load Lines; Violation of 5112(a)................ 21,916
46 U.S.C. 5116(c)............................. Load Lines; Violation of 5112(b)................ 10,957
46 U.S.C. 6103(a)............................. Reporting Marine Casualties..................... 38,175
46 U.S.C. 6103(b)............................. Reporting Marine Casualties; Violation of 6104.. 10,055
46 U.S.C. 8101(e)............................. Manning of Inspected Vessels; Failure to Report 1,811
Deficiency in Vessel Complement.
46 U.S.C. 8101(f)............................. Manning of Inspected Vessels.................... 18,107
46 U.S.C. 8101(g)............................. Manning of Inspected Vessels; Employing or 18,107
Serving in Capacity not Licensed by USCG.
46 U.S.C. 8101(h)............................. Manning of Inspected Vessels; Freight Vessel 2,394
<100 GT, Small Passenger Vessel, or Sailing
School Vessel.
46 U.S.C. 8102(a)............................. Watchmen on Passenger Vessels................... 2,394
46 U.S.C. 8103(f)............................. Citizenship Requirements........................ 1,196
46 U.S.C. 8104(i)............................. Watches on Vessels; Violation of 8104(a) or (b). 18,107
46 U.S.C. 8104(j)............................. Watches on Vessels; Violation of 8104(c), (d), 18,107
(e), or (h).
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46 U.S.C. 8302(e)............................. Staff Department on Vessels..................... 239
46 U.S.C. 8304(d)............................. Officer's Competency Certificates............... 239
46 U.S.C. 8502(e)............................. Coastwise Pilotage; Owner, Charterer, Managing 18,107
Operator, Agent, Master or Individual in Charge.
46 U.S.C. 8502(f)............................. Coastwise Pilotage; Individual.................. 18,107
46 U.S.C. 8503................................ Federal Pilots.................................. 57,391
46 U.S.C. 8701(d)............................. Merchant Mariners Documents..................... 1,196
46 U.S.C. 8702(e)............................. Crew Requirements............................... 18,107
46 U.S.C. 8906................................ Small Vessel Manning............................ 38,175
46 U.S.C. 9308(a)............................. Pilotage: Great Lakes; Owner, Charterer, 18,107
Managing Operator, Agent, Master or Individual
in Charge.
46 U.S.C. 9308(b)............................. Pilotage: Great Lakes; Individual............... 18,107
46 U.S.C. 9308(c)............................. Pilotage: Great Lakes; Violation of 9303........ 18,107
46 U.S.C. 10104(b)............................ Failure to Report Sexual Offense................ 9,623
46 U.S.C. 10314(a)(2)......................... Pay Advances to Seamen.......................... 1,196
46 U.S.C. 10314(b)............................ Pay Advances to Seamen; Remuneration for 1,196
Employment.
46 U.S.C. 10315(c)............................ Allotment to Seamen............................. 1,196
46 U.S.C. 10321............................... Seamen Protection; General...................... 8,296
46 U.S.C. 10505(a)(2)......................... Coastwise Voyages: Advances..................... 8,296
46 U.S.C. 10505(b)............................ Coastwise Voyages: Advances; Remuneration for 8,296
Employment.
46 U.S.C. 10508(b)............................ Coastwise Voyages: Seamen Protection; General... 8,296
46 U.S.C. 10711............................... Effects of Deceased Seamen...................... 479
46 U.S.C. 10902(a)(2)......................... Complaints of Unfitness......................... 1,196
46 U.S.C. 10903(d)............................ Proceedings on Examination of Vessel............ 239
46 U.S.C. 10907(b)............................ Permission to Make Complaint.................... 1,196
46 U.S.C. 11101(f)............................ Accommodations for Seamen....................... 1,196
46 U.S.C. 11102(b)............................ Medicine Chests on Vessels...................... 1,196
46 U.S.C. 11104(b)............................ Destitute Seamen................................ 239
46 U.S.C. 11105(c)............................ Wages on Discharge.............................. 1,196
46 U.S.C. 11303(a)............................ Log Books; Master Failing to Maintain........... 479
46 U.S.C. 11303(b)............................ Log Books; Master Failing to Make Entry......... 479
46 U.S.C. 11303(c)............................ Log Books; Late Entry........................... 359
46 U.S.C. 11506............................... Carrying of Sheath Knives....................... 120
46 U.S.C. 12151(a)(1)......................... Vessel Documentation............................ 15,675
46 U.S.C. 12151(a)(2)......................... Documentation of Vessels--Related to activities 26,126
involving mobile offshore drilling units.
46 U.S.C. 12151(c)............................ Vessel Documentation; Fishery Endorsement....... 119,786
46 U.S.C. 12309(a)............................ Numbering of Undocumented Vessels--Willful 11,967
violation.
46 U.S.C. 12309(b)............................ Numbering of Undocumented Vessels............... 2,394
46 U.S.C. 12507(b)............................ Vessel Identification System.................... 20,111
46 U.S.C. 14701............................... Measurement of Vessels.......................... 43,832
46 U.S.C. 14702............................... Measurement; False Statements................... 43,832
46 U.S.C. 31309............................... Commercial Instruments and Maritime Liens....... 20,111
46 U.S.C. 31330(a)(2)......................... Commercial Instruments and Maritime Liens; 20,111
Mortgagor.
46 U.S.C. 31330(b)(2)......................... Commercial Instruments and Maritime Liens; 50,276
Violation of 31329.
46 U.S.C. 70119(a)............................ Port Security................................... 33,333
46 U.S.C. 70119(b)............................ Port Security--Continuing Violations............ 59,893
46 U.S.C. 70506............................... Maritime Drug Law Enforcement; Penalties........ 5,526
49 U.S.C. 5123(a)(1).......................... Hazardous Materials: Related to Vessels--Maximum 78,376
Penalty.
49 U.S.C. 5123(a)(2).......................... Hazardous Materials: Related to Vessels--Penalty 182,877
from Fatalities, Serious Injuries/Illness or
Substantial Damage to Property.
49 U.S.C. 5123(a)(3).......................... Hazardous Materials: Related to Vessels-- 471
Training.
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\1\ Enacted under the Tariff Act of 1930, exempt from inflation adjustments.
Title 49--Transportation
PART 1503--INVESTIGATIVE AND ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES
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12. The authority citation for part 1503 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 6 U.S.C. 1142; 18 U.S.C. 6002; 28 U.S.C. 2461
(note); 49 U.S.C. 114, 20109, 31105, 40113-40114, 40119, 44901-
44907, 46101-46107, 46109-46110, 46301, 46305, 46311, 46313-46314;
Public Law 104-134, as amended by Public Law 114-74.
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13. Revise Sec. 1503.401 to read as follows:
Sec. 1503.401 Maximum penalty amounts.
(a) General. TSA may assess civil penalties not exceeding the
following amounts against a person for the violation of a TSA
requirement.
(b) In general. Except as provided in paragraph (c) of this
section, in the case of violation of title 49 U.S.C. or 46 U.S.C.
chapter 701, or a regulation prescribed or order issued under any of
those provisions, TSA may impose a civil penalty in the following
amounts:
(1) For violations that occurred on or before November 2, 2015,
$10,000 per violation, up to a total of $50,000 per civil penalty
action, in the case of an individual or small business concern, as
defined in section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632). For
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violations that occurred after November 2, 2015 $11,182 per violation,
up to a total of $55,910 per civil penalty action, in the case of an
individual or small business concern; and
(2) For violations that occurred on or before November 2, 2015,
$10,000 per violation, up to a total of $400,000 per civil penalty
action, in the case of any other person. For violations that occurred
after November 2, 2015, $11,182 per violation, up to a total of
$447,280 per civil penalty action, in the case of any other person.
(c) Certain aviation related violations. In the case of a violation
of 49 U.S.C. chapter 449 (except sections 44902, 44903(d), 44907(a)-
(d)(1)(A), 44907(d)(1)(C)-(f), 44908, and 44909), or 49 U.S.C. 46302 or
46303, or a regulation prescribed or order issued under any of those
provisions, TSA may impose a civil penalty in the following amounts:
(1) For violations that occurred on or before November 2, 2015,
$10,000 per violation, up to a total of $50,000 per civil penalty
action, in the case of an individual or small business concern, as
defined in section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632). For
violations that occurred after November 2, 2015, $13,066 per violation,
up to a total of 65,333 per civil penalty action, in the case of an
individual (except an airman serving as an airman), or a small business
concern.
(2) For violations that occurred on or before November 2, 2015,
$10,000 per violation, up to a total of $400,000 per civil penalty
action, in the case of any other person (except an airman serving as an
airman) not operating an aircraft for the transportation of passengers
or property for compensation. For violations that occurred after
November 2, 2015, $13,066 per violation, up to a total of $522,657 per
civil penalty action, in the case of any other person (except an airman
serving as an airman) not operating an aircraft for the transportation
of passengers or property for compensation.
(3) For violations that occurred on or before November 2, 2015,
$25,000 per violation, up to a total of $400,000 per civil penalty
action, in the case of a person operating an aircraft for the
transportation of passengers or property for compensation (except an
individual serving as an airman). For violations that occurred after
November 2, 2015, $32,666 per violation, up to a total of $522,657 per
civil penalty action, in the case of a person (except an individual
serving as an airman) operating an aircraft for the transportation of
passengers or property for compensation.
Jeh Charles Johnson,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2017-00605 Filed 1-26-17; 8:45 am]
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