Federal Register #2026-08942

Coast Guard Enforcement of Safety Zones and NOAA Red Snapper Catch Limit Adjustment

This notice outlines regulatory enforcement actions by the U.S. Coast Guard and NOAA for public safety and fisheries management: - Government Buyer: - Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port Duluth, Marine Safety Unit Duluth - Enforcement Actions (Not Procurements): - Coast Guard will enforce safety zones for 4th of July fireworks displays in the Captain of the Port Duluth Zone - Locations: Ashland (WI), Bayfield (WI), Duluth (MN), LaPointe (WI) - Purpose: Protect participants and spectators on navigable waterways during fireworks events - Requirement: Vessel operators must comply with directions from the Patrol Commander or Official Patrol displaying a Coast Guard ensign - NOAA will implement a temporary accountability measure reducing Louisiana's 2026 recreational red snapper catch limit due to 2025 overages - Effective in federal waters off Louisiana - No OEMs, vendors, or commercial products/services are being solicited or awarded - No unique procurement requirements or contract opportunities are present

Description

The Coast Guard will enforce safety zones for 4th of July firework displays in the Captain of the Port Duluth Zone on July 4, 2026. The enforcement covers four specific events in Ashland, Bayfield, Duluth, and LaPointe, Wisconsin and Minnesota. Vessel operators in the regulated areas must comply with directions from the Patrol Commander or any Official Patrol displaying a Coast Guard ensign during enforcement periods. This action is to protect participants and spectators during these events.

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