New York Codes, Rules and Regulations
Title 21 - Miscellaneous
Chapter III - New York State Thruway Authority
Subchapter D - Canal System
Part 151 - Navigational Rules
Section 151.23 - Pilot rules

All floats navigating the canals shall comply with the provisions of the Inland Navigation Rules,[FN*] as published and amended by the United States Coast Guard, relative to the rules for floats passing each other, lights on floats and other matters consistent with the proper use of the canal, except as otherwise provided in this Chapter. Any person violating this section shall be subject to a penalty of not to exceed $100 for each offense.

[FN*] As authorized by Public Laws 96-591; 33 U.S.C. 2001 - 2038, 2071 - 2073; 33 CFR 84, et seq. See Appendix B attached hereto. (Editor's note: Appendix B was not filed with the Department of State.)