Federal Register #2026-16832

Proposed Amendment: 48-Hour Anchorage Time Limit for Bolivar Roads Channel, Galveston, TX

This proposed rule from the U.S. Coast Guard aims to amend anchorage regulations in the Bolivar Roads Channel, Galveston, TX. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security - Coast Guard Heartland District, Office of the Commander - No OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned; this is a regulatory change, not a procurement. - No products or part numbers are requested; the focus is on operational policy. - Services/Regulatory Action: - Amendment to Anchorage Regulation: Establish a 48-hour time limit for vessels anchoring in Bolivar Anchorage area (A) East - Aligns area (A) East with existing 48-hour limits for areas (A), (B), and (C) - Notable Requirements: - Intended to improve consistency and reduce confusion for the maritime community - No acquisition of goods or services; only regulatory modification - Public comments are invited on the proposed rulemaking.

Description

The Coast Guard is proposing to amend the regulation for the Galveston Harbor, Bolivar Roads Channel, Texas Anchorage grounds to institute a 48-hour time limit for anchorage area (A) East. This amendment aligns the time limit for anchorage area (A) East with the already established 48-hour time limits for Bolivar Anchorage areas (A), (B), and (C). The proposed rule aims to ensure consistency among these anchorage areas and improve operational clarity for the maritime community. Comments on this proposed rulemaking are invited and must be received by September 17, 2026.

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