Rule2024-08763
Safety Zone; San Diego Bay, San Diego, CA
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Published
April 24, 2024
Effective
April 22, 2024
Issuing agencies
Homeland Security DepartmentCoast Guard
Abstract
The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for certain waters of the San Diego Bay. The safety zone is needed to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards during the XPONENTIAL 2024 demonstration. Entry of vessels or persons into this zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port Sector San Diego.
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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 80 (Wednesday, April 24, 2024)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 31090-31092]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2024-08763]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Coast Guard
33 CFR Part 165
[Docket Number USCG-2024-0317]
RIN 1625-AA00
Safety Zone; San Diego Bay, San Diego, CA
AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.
ACTION: Temporary final rule.
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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for
certain waters of the San Diego Bay. The safety zone is needed to
protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential
hazards during the XPONENTIAL 2024 demonstration. Entry of vessels or
persons into this zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by
the Captain of the Port Sector San Diego.
DATES: This rule is effective from 8a.m. on April 22, 2024, to 1 p.m.
on April 25, 2024.
ADDRESSES: To view documents mentioned in this preamble as being
available in the docket, go to <a href="https://www.regulations.gov">https://www.regulations.gov</a>, type USCG-
2024-0317 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 Shelley Turner, Waterways Management Sector
San Diego, U.S. Coast Guard; telephone 619-278-7261, email
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#d487bcb1b8b8b1adfa91fa80a1a6bab1a694a1a7b7b3fab9bdb8"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="e3b08b868f8f869acda6cdb796918d8691a396908084cd8e8a8f">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
I. Table of Abbreviations
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
DHS Department of Homeland Security
FR Federal Register
NPRM Notice of proposed rulemaking
Sec. Section
U.S.C. United States Code
II. Background Information and Regulatory History
The Coast Guard is issuing this temporary rule under 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.'' The Coast Guard
finds that good cause exists for not publishing a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) with respect to this rule because it impracticable.
The Coast Guard did not receive adequate notice to solicit comments
provide prior notice on the need for the safety zone. We must forgo
notice and comment to provide safety to protect personnel, vessels, and
the marine environment from potential hazards during the demonstration.
Also, 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 and contrary to the public interest
because the Coast Guard must establish this safety zone by April 22,
2024 to protect the public and property in the area.
III. Legal Authority and Need for Rule
The Coast Guard is issuing this rule under authority in 46 U.S.C.
70034. The Captain of the Port Sector San Diego (COTP) has determined
that potential hazards associated with the XPONENTIAL 2024
demonstration from April 22, 2024, to April 25, 2024, will be a safety
concern for anyone within a 100-yard distance from the proposed zone.
This rule is needed to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine
environment in the navigable waters within the safety zone during the
demonstration.
IV. Discussion of the Rule
This rule establishes a safety zone from 8 a.m. on April 22, 2024,
to 1 p.m. on April 25, 2024. The safety zone will cover all navigable
waters within 100 yards of the following coordinates; 32[deg]42'16.81''
N 117[deg]09'58.72'' W, 32[deg]42'10.57'' N 117[deg]10'04.98'' W,
32[deg]41' 57.10'' N 117[deg]09'46.17'' W, 32[deg]42'08.28'' N
117[deg]09'33.50'' W, 32[deg]42'14.00'' N 117[deg]09'44.63'' W,
32[deg]42'09.58'' N 117[deg]09'49.26'' W, 32[deg]42'16.81'' N
117[deg]09'58.72'' W. The duration of the zone is intended to protect
personnel, vessels, and the marine environment in these navigable
waters while the XPONENTIAL 2024 demonstration is being conducted. No
vessel or person will be permitted to enter the safety zone without
obtaining permission from the COTP or a designated representative.
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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 has not been reviewed by the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB).
This regulatory action determination is based on the size,
location, duration, and time-of-day of the regulated area. The affected
portion of the San Diego Bay will be of very limited duration and is
necessary for safety of life to participants in the event. Moreover,
the Coast Guard will issue a Safety Marine Information Broadcast over
Channel 22A.
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
safety 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
call or email 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 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 a 100
yard perimeter around the coordinates during the duration set forth in
this temporary final rule. It is categorically excluded from further
review under paragraph L60(a) of 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 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 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.T11-130 to read as follows:
Sec. 165.T11-130 Safety Zone; San Diego Bay, San Diego, California.
(a) Location. The following area is a safety zone: all water
surface to the bottom encompassing a 100-yard perimeter around the
following coordinates; 32[deg]42'6.81'' N 117[deg]09'58.72'' W,
32[deg]42' 0.57'' N 117[deg]10'04.98'' W, 32[deg]41'57.10'' N
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117[deg]09'46.17'' W, 32[deg]42'08.28'' N 117[deg]09'33.50'' W,
32[deg]42'14.00'' N 117[deg]09'44.63'' W, 32[deg]42'09.58'' N
117[deg]09'49.26'' W, 32[deg]42'16.81'' N 117[deg]09'58.72'' W.
(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 Sector San Diego (COTP) in the enforcement of the
safety zone.
(c) Regulations. (1) Under the general safety zone regulations in
subpart C of this part, you may not enter the safety zone described in
paragraph (a) of this section unless authorized by the COTP or the
COTP's designated representative.
(2) To seek permission to enter, contact the COTP or the COTP's
representative by VHF-FM Channel 21A or by telephone at 619-278-7033.
Those in the safety zone must comply with all lawful orders or
directions given to them by the COTP or the COTP's designated
representative.
(d) Enforcement period. This section will be enforced from 8 a.m.
on April 22, 2024, to 1 p.m. on April 25, 2024.
J.W. Spitler,
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port San Diego.
[FR Doc. 2024-08763 Filed 4-19-24; 4:15 pm]
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