Federal Register #2026-10887

Coast Guard Enforcement of Special Local Regulation for Marine Event in Cape May, NJ

This notice announces the enforcement of a special local regulation by the U.S. Coast Guard for the 'Around the Island Paddle' marine event in Cape May, New Jersey. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security - Purpose: - Enforcement of 33 CFR 100.501 to ensure safety on navigable waterways during a marine event - Regulated Area: - Portions of Cape May Harbor, the Atlantic Ocean, and Delaware Bay - Requirements: - All vessel operators in the regulated area must comply with directions from the Patrol Commander or Official Patrol - Non-participant vessels must request permission to enter the regulated area - No products, services, OEMs, or vendors are involved; this is a regulatory enforcement action, not a procurement opportunity

Description

The Coast Guard will enforce a special local regulation for the Around the Island Paddle on June 28, 2026, to ensure safety on navigable waterways during the event. The regulation identifies the regulated area within the USCG East District, specifically portions of Cape May Harbor, Atlantic Ocean, and Delaware Bay in Cape May, NJ. During enforcement from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., vessel operators must comply with directions from the Patrol Commander or any Official Patrol displaying a Coast Guard ensign. Non-participants must request permission to enter the regulated area.

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