Security Zone; Corpus Christi Ship Channel, Corpus Christi, TX, 87789-87791 [2024-25711]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 214 / Tuesday, November 5, 2024 / Rules and Regulations Record of Environmental Consideration supporting this determination is available in the docket. For instructions on locating the docket, see the ADDRESSES section of this preamble. G. Protest Activities The Coast Guard respects the First Amendment rights of protesters. Protesters are asked to call or email the person listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section to coordinate protest activities so that your message can be received without jeopardizing the safety or security of people, places or vessels. List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 100 Harbors, Marine safety, Navigation (water), Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Security measures, Waterways. For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard amends 33 CFR part 100 as follows: PART 100—SAFETY OF LIFE ON NAVIGABLE WATERS 1. The authority citation for part 100 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 46 U.S.C. 70041; 33 CFR 1.05– 1. 2. Add § 100.T07–0528 to read as follows: ■ ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with RULES1 § 100.T07–0528 Red Bull Flugtag Seddon Channel, Tampa, FL. (a) Regulated areas. The regulations in this section apply to the following areas (all coordinates are based on North American Datum 1983): (1) Event area. All navigable waters in Seddon Channel commencing at latitude 27°56′27″ N, 082°27′28″ W, thence to position 27°56′29″ N, 082°27′28″ W, thence to position 27°56′25″ N, 082°27′18″ W, thence to position 27°56′23″ N, 082°27′19″ W, thence to the original position. (2) Spectator area. All navigable waters in Seddon Channel commencing at latitude 27°56′25″ N, 082°27′32″ W, thence to position 27°56′28″ N, 082°27′30″ W, thence to position 27°56′23″ N, 082°27′19″ W, thence to position 27°56′19″ N, 082°27′23″ W, thence to position 27°56′12″ N, 082°27′21″ W, thence to position 27°56′12″ N, 082°27′23″ W, thence to original position. (3) Enforcement area. All navigable waters in Seddon Channel commencing at latitude 27°56′18″ N, 082°27′43″ W, thence to position 27°56′30″ N, 082°27′33″ W, thence to position 27°56′30″ N, 082°27′29″ W, thence to position 27°56′25″ N, 082°27′17″ W, thence to position 27°56′22″ N, VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:29 Nov 04, 2024 Jkt 265001 082°27′16″ W, thence to position 27°56′18″ N, 082°27′20″ W, thence to position 27°56′04″ N, 082°27′13″ W, thence to position 27°56′02″ N, 082°27′19″ W, thence to position 27°56′23″ N, 082°27′32″ W, thence to position 27°56′17″ N, 082°27′39″ W thence to the original position. (b) Definitions. As used in this section— Captain of the Port (COTP) St. Petersburg means the Commander, U.S. Coast Guard Sector St. Petersburg or any Coast Guard commissioned, warrant or petty officer who has been authorized by the COTP to act on his behalf. Designated representative means a Coast Guard Patrol Commander, including a Coast Guard coxswain, petty officer, or other officer operating a Coast Guard vessel and a Federal, State, and local officer designated by or assisting the COTP in the enforcement of the regulations in this section. Participant means all persons and vessels registered with the event sponsor as a participant in the race. (c) Regulations. (1) All nonparticipants are prohibited from entering, transiting through, anchoring in, or remaining within the event area described in paragraph (a)(1) of this section unless authorized by the COTP or their designated representative. (2) Designated representatives may control vessel traffic throughout the enforcement area described in paragraph (a)(3) of this section as determined by the prevailing conditions. (3) To seek permission to enter, contact the COTP or the COTP’s representative by contacting the COTP St. Petersburg by telephone at (866) 881–1392. Those in the regulated area must comply with all lawful orders or directions given to them by the COTP or the designated representative. (4) The COTP will provide notice of the regulated area through advanced notice via broadcast notice to mariners and by on-scene designated representatives. (d) Enforcement period. This section will be enforced from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on November 9, 2024. Dated: October 30, 2024. Michael P. Kahle, Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port St. Petersburg. [FR Doc. 2024–25712 Filed 11–4–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110–04–P PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 87789 DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard 33 CFR Part 165 [Docket Number USCG–2024–0975] RIN 1625–AA87 Security Zone; Corpus Christi Ship Channel, Corpus Christi, TX Coast Guard, DHS. Temporary final rule. AGENCY: ACTION: The Coast Guard is establishing temporary moving security zones for navigable waters within a 500yard radius of certain vessels carrying cargo requiring an elevated level of security in the Corpus Christi Ship Channel and the La Quinta Channel. The temporary security zones are needed to protect the vessels, the cargo, and the surrounding waterway from terrorist acts, sabotage, or other subversive acts, accidents, or events of a similar nature. Entry of vessels or persons into these zones are prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Corpus Christi or a designated representative. DATES: For the purposes of enforcement, actual notice will be used from October 29, 2024, until November 5, 2024. This rule is effective without actual notice from November 5, 2024, through November 10, 2024. It will be subject to enforcement each day it is in effect, and when the vessels are loaded and transiting the channels. ADDRESSES: To view documents mentioned in this preamble as being available in the docket, go to https:// www.regulations.gov, type USCG–2024– 0975 in the search box and click ‘‘Search.’’ Next, in the Document Type column, select ‘‘Supporting & Related Material.’’ SUMMARY: If you have questions about this rule, call or email Lieutenant Tim Cardenas, Sector Corpus Christi Waterways Management Division, U.S. Coast Guard; telephone 361–939–5130, emailTim.J.Cardenas@uscg.mil. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: I. Table of Abbreviations CFR Code of Federal Regulations COTP Captain of the Port, Sector Corpus Christi DHS Department of Homeland Security FR Federal Register NPRM Notice of proposed rulemaking § Section U.S.C. United States Code E:\FR\FM\05NOR1.SGM 05NOR1 87790 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 214 / Tuesday, November 5, 2024 / Rules and Regulations II. Background Information and Regulatory History The Coast Guard is issuing this temporary rule under the authority in 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B). This statutory provision authorizes an agency to issue a rule without prior notice and opportunity to comment when the agency for good cause finds that those procedures are ‘‘impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to the public interest.’’ Under 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B), the Coast Guard finds that good cause exists for not publishing a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) with respect to this rule because it is impracticable. The Coast Guard was notified October 21, 2024 the need to establish this security zone by October 29, 2024, to ensure security of certain vessels and the surrounding area and lacks sufficient time to request public comments and respond to these comments before the safety zone must be established. As such, it is impracticable to publish an NPRM. Additionally, under 5 U.S.C. 553(d)(3), the Coast Guard finds that good cause exists for making this rule effective less than 30 days after publication in the Federal Register. Delaying the effective date of this rule would be impracticable because prompt action is needed to provide for the security of these vessels while they are in transit and carrying potentially dangerous cargo in need of elevated security. III. Legal Authority and Need for Rule The Coast Guard is issuing these security zone regulations under the authority in 46 U.S.C. 70051 and 70124. The Captain of the Port, Sector Corpus Christi (COTP) has determined that potential hazards are associated with the transit of the Motor Vessels (M/V) GLOBAL SEALINE and MOL HESTIA. There is a security concern within a 500-yard radius of these vessels when they are loaded. This rule is needed to provide for the safety and security of these vessels, their cargo, and the surrounding waterway from terrorist acts, sabotage, or other subversive acts, accidents, or other events of a similar nature while the vessels are transiting in a loaded condition. ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with RULES1 IV. Discussion of the Rule The Coast Guard is establishing 500yard radius, temporary, moving security zones around M/V GLOBAL SEALINE and MOL HESTIA within the navigable waters of the Corpus Christi Ship Channel and the La Quinta Channel. The public will easily be able to identify these vessels because their names are VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:29 Nov 04, 2024 Jkt 265001 clearly marked on the port and starboard bow and the stern of each vessel. The zones for these vessels will be effective from October 29, 2024, through November 10, 2024, to protect the vessels, their cargo, and the surrounding waterways from terrorist acts, sabotage, or other subversive acts, accidents, or other events of a similar nature while the vessels are traveling within the La Quinta Channel and the Corpus Christi Ship Channel. The zones will be enforced only during the time the vessels are transiting the channels. No vessel or person will be permitted to enter the security zone without obtaining permission from the COTP or a designated representative. As used in this section, ‘‘designated representative’’ means a Coast Guard Patrol Commander, including a Coast Guard coxswain, petty officer, or other officer operating a Coast Guard vessel and a Federal, State, and local officer designated by or assisting the Captain of the Port, USCG Sector Corpus Christi (COTP) in the enforcement of the security zone. Persons or vessels desiring to enter or pass through each zone must request permission from the COTP or a designated representative on VHF–FM channel 16 or by telephone at 361–939–0450. If permission is granted, all persons and vessels must comply with the instructions of the COTP or designated representative. The COTP or a designated representative will inform the public through Broadcast Notices to Mariners (BNMs) and/or Marine Safety Information Bulletins (MSIBs) as appropriate for the enforcement times and dates for the security zone. V. Regulatory Analyses We developed this rule after considering numerous statutes and Executive orders related to rulemaking. Below we summarize our analyses based on a number of these statutes and Executive orders, and we discuss First Amendment rights of protestors. A. Regulatory Planning and Review 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. This rule has not been designated a ‘‘significant regulatory action,’’ under section 3(f) of Executive Order 12866, as amended by Executive Order 14094 (Modernizing Regulatory Review). Accordingly, this rule is not subject to review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This regulatory action determination is based on the size, duration, and PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 location of the security zone. This rule will impact a small, designated area of 500-yards around the moving vessels in the Corpus Christi Ship Channel and La Quinta Ship Channel as these vessels transit the channel over a thirteen-day period. Most vessels will be able to move around the security zone and therefore the impediment to the movement of other vessels will be minimal. Moreover, the rule allows other vessels to seek permission to enter or pass through each zone may request permission from the COTP or a designated representative on VHF–FM channel 16 or by telephone at 361–939– 0450. B. Impact on Small Entities The Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980, 5 U.S.C. 601–612, as amended, requires Federal agencies to consider the potential impact of regulations on small entities during rulemaking. The term ‘‘small entities’’ comprises small businesses, not-for-profit organizations that are independently owned and operated and are not dominant in their fields, and governmental jurisdictions with populations of less than 50,000. The Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. 605(b) that this rule will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. While some owners or operators of vessels intending to transit the temporary security zone may be small entities, for the reasons stated in section V.A above, this rule will not have a significant economic impact on any vessel owner or operator. Under section 213(a) of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104–121), we want to assist small entities in understanding this rule. If the rule would affect your small business, organization, or governmental jurisdiction and you have questions concerning its provisions or options for compliance, please contact the person listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section. Small businesses may send comments on the actions of Federal employees who enforce, or otherwise determine compliance with, Federal regulations to the Small Business and Agriculture Regulatory Enforcement Ombudsman and the Regional Small Business Regulatory Fairness Boards. The Ombudsman evaluates these actions annually and rates each agency’s responsiveness to small business. If you wish to comment on actions by employees of the Coast Guard, call 1– 888–REG–FAIR (1–888–734–3247). The Coast Guard will not retaliate against small entities that question or complain E:\FR\FM\05NOR1.SGM 05NOR1 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 214 / Tuesday, November 5, 2024 / Rules and Regulations about this rule or any policy or action of the Coast Guard. C. Collection of Information This rule will not call for a new collection of information under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501–3520). D. Federalism and Indian Tribal Governments A rule has implications for federalism under Executive Order 13132, Federalism, if it has a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the National Government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. We have analyzed this rule under that Order and have determined that it is consistent with the fundamental federalism principles and preemption requirements described in Executive Order 13132. Also, this rule does not have Tribal implications under Executive Order 13175, Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments, because it does not have a substantial direct effect on one or more Indian Tribes, on the relationship between the Federal Government and Indian Tribes, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities between the Federal Government and Indian Tribes. ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with RULES1 E. 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. Though this rule will not result in such an expenditure, we do discuss the effects of this rule elsewhere in this preamble. F. Environment We have analyzed this rule under Department of Homeland Security Directive 023–01, Rev. 1, associated implementing instructions, and Environmental Planning COMDTINST 5090.1 (series), which guide the Coast Guard in complying with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321–4370f) and have determined that this action is one of a category of actions that do not individually or cumulatively have a significant effect on the human environment. This rule involves moving security zones lasting for the duration of time that the M/V GLOBAL SEALINE and MOL HESTIA are within the Corpus VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:29 Nov 04, 2024 Jkt 265001 Christi Ship Channel and La Quinta Channel while loaded with cargo. It will prohibit entry within a 500-yard radius of the M/V GLOBAL SEALINE and MOL HESTIA while the vessels are transiting loaded within Corpus Christi Ship Channel and La Quinta Channel. It is categorically excluded from further review under L60(a) in Appendix A, Table 1 of DHS Instruction Manual 023– 01–001–01, Rev. 1. A record of Environmental Consideration supporting this determination is available in the docket. For instructions on locating the docket, see the ADDRESSES section of this preamble. G. Protest Activities The Coast Guard respects the First Amendment rights of protesters. Protesters are asked to contact the person listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section to coordinate protest activities so that your message can be received without jeopardizing the safety or security of people, places, or vessels. List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 165 Harbors, Marine safety, Navigation (water), Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Security measures, Waterways. For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard amends 33 CFR part 165 as follows: PART 165—REGULATED NAVIGATION AREAS AND LIMITED ACCESS AREAS 1. The authority citation for part 165 continues to read as follows: ■ (c) Effective period. This section will be in effect from October 29, 2024, through November 10, 2024. This section will be enforced when any of the vessels are in the specified channels and carrying cargo. (d) Regulations. (1) The general security zone regulations in subpart D of this part apply. Entry into the zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Sector Corpus Christi (COTP) or a designated representative. (2) Persons or vessels desiring to enter or pass through the zones must request permission from the COTP Sector Corpus Christi on VHF–FM channel 16 or by telephone at 361–939–0450. (3) If permission is granted, all persons and vessels shall comply with the instructions of the COTP or designated representative. (d) Information broadcasts. The COTP or a designated representative will inform the public through Broadcast Notices to Mariners (BNMs), Local Notices to Mariners (LNMs), and/or Marine Safety Information Bulletins (MSIBs) as appropriate of the enforcement times and dates for this security zone. Dated: October 28, 2024. T.H. Bertheau, Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port, Sector Corpus Christi. [FR Doc. 2024–25711 Filed 11–4–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110–04–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Authority: 46 U.S.C. 70034, 70051; 70124; 33 CFR 1.05–1, 6.04–1, 6.04–6, and 160.5; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 00170.1, Revision No. 01.3. Coast Guard 2. Add § 165.T08–0975 to read as follows: [Docket No. USCG–2024–0946] ■ § 165.T08–0975 Security Zones; Corpus Christi Ship Channel, Corpus Christi, TX. (a) Location. All navigable waters encompassing a 500-yard radius around the M/V GLOBAL SEALINE and MOL HESTIA, while the vessels are loaded and in the Corpus Christi Ship Channel and the La Quinta Channel. (b) Definitions. As used in this section, ‘‘designated representative’’ means a Coast Guard Patrol Commander, including a Coast Guard coxswain, petty officer, or other officer operating a Coast Guard vessel and a Federal, State, and local officer designated by or assisting the Captain of the Port, USCG Sector Corpus Christi (COTP) in the enforcement of the security zone. PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 87791 33 CFR Part 165 Safety Zone; Firework Display Within the Sector Columbia River Captain of the Port Zone Coast Guard, DHS. Notification of enforcement of regulation. AGENCY: ACTION: The Coast Guard will enforce safety zone regulations for the City of Richland Lighted Boat Parade Fireworks Display on December 6 and 7, 2024, to provide for the safety of life on navigable waterways during this display. Our regulation for safety zones within the Sector Columbia River Captain of the Port Zone identifies the regulated area for this event in Richland, WA. During the enforcement period, no person may enter or remain in the safety zone unless authorized by SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\05NOR1.SGM 05NOR1

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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 165

[Docket Number USCG-2024-0975]
RIN 1625-AA87


Security Zone; Corpus Christi Ship Channel, Corpus Christi, TX

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Temporary final rule.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is establishing temporary moving security 
zones for navigable waters within a 500-yard radius of certain vessels 
carrying cargo requiring an elevated level of security in the Corpus 
Christi Ship Channel and the La Quinta Channel. The temporary security 
zones are needed to protect the vessels, the cargo, and the surrounding 
waterway from terrorist acts, sabotage, or other subversive acts, 
accidents, or events of a similar nature. Entry of vessels or persons 
into these zones are prohibited unless specifically authorized by the 
Captain of the Port, Sector Corpus Christi or a designated 
representative.

DATES: For the purposes of enforcement, actual notice will be used from 
October 29, 2024, until November 5, 2024. This rule is effective 
without actual notice from November 5, 2024, through November 10, 2024. 
It will be subject to enforcement each day it is in effect, and when 
the vessels are loaded and transiting the channels.

ADDRESSES: To view documents mentioned in this preamble as being 
available in the docket, go to https://www.regulations.gov, type USCG-
2024-0975 in the search box and click ``Search.'' Next, in the Document 
Type column, select ``Supporting & Related Material.''

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions about this rule, 
call or email Lieutenant Tim Cardenas, Sector Corpus Christi Waterways 
Management Division, U.S. Coast Guard; telephone 361-939-5130, 
[email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

I. Table of Abbreviations

CFR Code of Federal Regulations
COTP Captain of the Port, Sector Corpus Christi
DHS Department of Homeland Security
FR Federal Register
NPRM Notice of proposed rulemaking
Sec.  Section
U.S.C. United States Code

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II. Background Information and Regulatory History

    The Coast Guard is issuing this temporary rule under the authority 
in 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B). This statutory provision authorizes an agency to 
issue a rule without prior notice and opportunity to comment when the 
agency for good cause finds that those procedures are ``impracticable, 
unnecessary, or contrary to the public interest.'' Under 5 U.S.C. 
553(b)(B), the Coast Guard finds that good cause exists for not 
publishing a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) with respect to this 
rule because it is impracticable. The Coast Guard was notified October 
21, 2024 the need to establish this security zone by October 29, 2024, 
to ensure security of certain vessels and the surrounding area and 
lacks sufficient time to request public comments and respond to these 
comments before the safety zone must be established. As such, it is 
impracticable to publish an NPRM.
    Additionally, under 5 U.S.C. 553(d)(3), the Coast Guard finds that 
good cause exists for making this rule effective less than 30 days 
after publication in the Federal Register. Delaying the effective date 
of this rule would be impracticable because prompt action is needed to 
provide for the security of these vessels while they are in transit and 
carrying potentially dangerous cargo in need of elevated security.

III. Legal Authority and Need for Rule

    The Coast Guard is issuing these security zone regulations under 
the authority in 46 U.S.C. 70051 and 70124. The Captain of the Port, 
Sector Corpus Christi (COTP) has determined that potential hazards are 
associated with the transit of the Motor Vessels (M/V) GLOBAL SEALINE 
and MOL HESTIA. There is a security concern within a 500-yard radius of 
these vessels when they are loaded. This rule is needed to provide for 
the safety and security of these vessels, their cargo, and the 
surrounding waterway from terrorist acts, sabotage, or other subversive 
acts, accidents, or other events of a similar nature while the vessels 
are transiting in a loaded condition.

IV. Discussion of the Rule

    The Coast Guard is establishing 500-yard radius, temporary, moving 
security zones around M/V GLOBAL SEALINE and MOL HESTIA within the 
navigable waters of the Corpus Christi Ship Channel and the La Quinta 
Channel. The public will easily be able to identify these vessels 
because their names are clearly marked on the port and starboard bow 
and the stern of each vessel. The zones for these vessels will be 
effective from October 29, 2024, through November 10, 2024, to protect 
the vessels, their cargo, and the surrounding waterways from terrorist 
acts, sabotage, or other subversive acts, accidents, or other events of 
a similar nature while the vessels are traveling within the La Quinta 
Channel and the Corpus Christi Ship Channel. The zones will be enforced 
only during the time the vessels are transiting the channels.
    No vessel or person will be permitted to enter the security zone 
without obtaining permission from the COTP or a designated 
representative. As used in this section, ``designated representative'' 
means a Coast Guard Patrol Commander, including a Coast Guard coxswain, 
petty officer, or other officer operating a Coast Guard vessel and a 
Federal, State, and local officer designated by or assisting the 
Captain of the Port, USCG Sector Corpus Christi (COTP) in the 
enforcement of the security zone. Persons or vessels desiring to enter 
or pass through each zone must request permission from the COTP or a 
designated representative on VHF-FM channel 16 or by telephone at 361-
939-0450. If permission is granted, all persons and vessels must comply 
with the instructions of the COTP or designated representative. The 
COTP or a designated representative will inform the public through 
Broadcast Notices to Mariners (BNMs) and/or Marine Safety Information 
Bulletins (MSIBs) as appropriate for the enforcement times and dates 
for the security zone.

V. Regulatory Analyses

    We developed this rule after considering numerous statutes and 
Executive orders related to rulemaking. Below we summarize our analyses 
based on a number of these statutes and Executive orders, and we 
discuss First Amendment rights of protestors.

A. Regulatory Planning and Review

    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. This rule has not been designated a ``significant 
regulatory action,'' under section 3(f) of Executive Order 12866, as 
amended by Executive Order 14094 (Modernizing Regulatory Review). 
Accordingly, this rule is not subject to review by the Office of 
Management and Budget (OMB).
    This regulatory action determination is based on the size, 
duration, and location of the security zone. This rule will impact a 
small, designated area of 500-yards around the moving vessels in the 
Corpus Christi Ship Channel and La Quinta Ship Channel as these vessels 
transit the channel over a thirteen-day period. Most vessels will be 
able to move around the security zone and therefore the impediment to 
the movement of other vessels will be minimal. Moreover, the rule 
allows other vessels to seek permission to enter or pass through each 
zone may request permission from the COTP or a designated 
representative on VHF-FM channel 16 or by telephone at 361-939-0450.

B. Impact on Small Entities

    The Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980, 5 U.S.C. 601-612, as 
amended, requires Federal agencies to consider the potential impact of 
regulations on small entities during rulemaking. The term ``small 
entities'' comprises small businesses, not-for-profit organizations 
that are independently owned and operated and are not dominant in their 
fields, and governmental jurisdictions with populations of less than 
50,000. The Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. 605(b) that this rule 
will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of 
small entities.
    While some owners or operators of vessels intending to transit the 
temporary security zone may be small entities, for the reasons stated 
in section V.A above, this rule will not have a significant economic 
impact on any vessel owner or operator.
    Under section 213(a) of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement 
Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104-121), we want to assist small 
entities in understanding this rule. If the rule would affect your 
small business, organization, or governmental jurisdiction and you have 
questions concerning its provisions or options for compliance, please 
contact the person listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT 
section.
    Small businesses may send comments on the actions of Federal 
employees who enforce, or otherwise determine compliance with, Federal 
regulations to the Small Business and Agriculture Regulatory 
Enforcement Ombudsman and the Regional Small Business Regulatory 
Fairness Boards. The Ombudsman evaluates these actions annually and 
rates each agency's responsiveness to small business. If you wish to 
comment on actions by employees of the Coast Guard, call 1-888-REG-FAIR 
(1-888-734-3247). The Coast Guard will not retaliate against small 
entities that question or complain

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about this rule or any policy or action of the Coast Guard.

C. Collection of Information

    This rule will not call for a new collection of information under 
the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520).

D. Federalism and Indian Tribal Governments

    A rule has implications for federalism under Executive Order 13132, 
Federalism, if it has a substantial direct effect on the States, on the 
relationship between the National Government and the States, or on the 
distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of 
government. We have analyzed this rule under that Order and have 
determined that it is consistent with the fundamental federalism 
principles and preemption requirements described in Executive Order 
13132.
    Also, this rule does not have Tribal implications under Executive 
Order 13175, Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal 
Governments, because it does not have a substantial direct effect on 
one or more Indian Tribes, on the relationship between the Federal 
Government and Indian Tribes, or on the distribution of power and 
responsibilities between the Federal Government and Indian Tribes.

E. 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. Though this rule will not result in 
such an expenditure, we do discuss the effects of this rule elsewhere 
in this preamble.

F. Environment

    We have analyzed this rule under Department of Homeland Security 
Directive 023-01, Rev. 1, associated implementing instructions, and 
Environmental Planning COMDTINST 5090.1 (series), which guide the Coast 
Guard in complying with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 
(42 U.S.C. 4321-4370f) and have determined that this action is one of a 
category of actions that do not individually or cumulatively have a 
significant effect on the human environment. This rule involves moving 
security zones lasting for the duration of time that the M/V GLOBAL 
SEALINE and MOL HESTIA are within the Corpus Christi Ship Channel and 
La Quinta Channel while loaded with cargo. It will prohibit entry 
within a 500-yard radius of the M/V GLOBAL SEALINE and MOL HESTIA while 
the vessels are transiting loaded within Corpus Christi Ship Channel 
and La Quinta Channel. It is categorically excluded from further review 
under L60(a) in Appendix A, Table 1 of DHS Instruction Manual 023-01-
001-01, Rev. 1. A record of Environmental Consideration supporting this 
determination is available in the docket. For instructions on locating 
the docket, see the ADDRESSES section of this preamble.

G. Protest Activities

    The Coast Guard respects the First Amendment rights of protesters. 
Protesters are asked to contact the person listed in the FOR FURTHER 
INFORMATION CONTACT section to coordinate protest activities so that 
your message can be received without jeopardizing the safety or 
security of people, places, or vessels.

List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 165

    Harbors, Marine safety, Navigation (water), Reporting and 
recordkeeping requirements, Security measures, Waterways.

    For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard amends 
33 CFR part 165 as follows:

PART 165--REGULATED NAVIGATION AREAS AND LIMITED ACCESS AREAS

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1. The authority citation for part 165 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 70034, 70051; 70124; 33 CFR 1.05-1, 6.04-1, 
6.04-6, and 160.5; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 
00170.1, Revision No. 01.3.


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2. Add Sec.  165.T08-0975 to read as follows:


Sec.  165.T08-0975  Security Zones; Corpus Christi Ship Channel, Corpus 
Christi, TX.

    (a) Location. All navigable waters encompassing a 500-yard radius 
around the M/V GLOBAL SEALINE and MOL HESTIA, while the vessels are 
loaded and in the Corpus Christi Ship Channel and the La Quinta 
Channel.
    (b) Definitions. As used in this section, ``designated 
representative'' means a Coast Guard Patrol Commander, including a 
Coast Guard coxswain, petty officer, or other officer operating a Coast 
Guard vessel and a Federal, State, and local officer designated by or 
assisting the Captain of the Port, USCG Sector Corpus Christi (COTP) in 
the enforcement of the security zone.
    (c) Effective period. This section will be in effect from October 
29, 2024, through November 10, 2024. This section will be enforced when 
any of the vessels are in the specified channels and carrying cargo.
    (d) Regulations. (1) The general security zone regulations in 
subpart D of this part apply. Entry into the zone is prohibited unless 
authorized by the Captain of the Port Sector Corpus Christi (COTP) or a 
designated representative.
    (2) Persons or vessels desiring to enter or pass through the zones 
must request permission from the COTP Sector Corpus Christi on VHF-FM 
channel 16 or by telephone at 361-939-0450.
    (3) If permission is granted, all persons and vessels shall comply 
with the instructions of the COTP or designated representative.
    (d) Information broadcasts. The COTP or a designated representative 
will inform the public through Broadcast Notices to Mariners (BNMs), 
Local Notices to Mariners (LNMs), and/or Marine Safety Information 
Bulletins (MSIBs) as appropriate of the enforcement times and dates for 
this security zone.

    Dated: October 28, 2024.
T.H. Bertheau,
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port, Sector Corpus Christi.
[FR Doc. 2024-25711 Filed 11-4-24; 8:45 am]
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