Rule2026-09280
Security Zone; Ohio River, Cincinnati, OH
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Published
May 11, 2026
Effective
May 8, 2026
Issuing agencies
Homeland Security DepartmentCoast Guard
Abstract
The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary security zone for all navigable waters of the Ohio River, extending the entire width of the river, between mile marker (MM) 461 to MM 473. This security zone is needed to provide waterside security and protection of persons under the protection of the United States Secret Service during a visit to Cincinnati, OH. During the enforcement period, entry into, transiting, or anchoring in the security zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port Ohio Valley (COTP) or a designated on-scene U.S. Coast Guard representative.
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[Federal Register Volume 91, Number 90 (Monday, May 11, 2026)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 25493-25495]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2026-09280]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Coast Guard
33 CFR Part 165
[Docket Number USCG-2026-0559]
RIN 1625-AA87
Security Zone; Ohio River, Cincinnati, OH
AGENCY: Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security.
ACTION: Temporary final rule.
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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary security zone for
all navigable waters of the Ohio River, extending the entire width of
the river, between mile marker (MM) 461 to MM 473. This security zone
is needed to provide waterside security and protection of persons under
the protection of the United States Secret Service during a visit to
Cincinnati, OH. During the enforcement period, entry into, transiting,
or anchoring in the security zone is prohibited unless specifically
authorized by the Captain of the Port Ohio Valley (COTP) or a
designated on-scene U.S. Coast Guard representative.
DATES: This rule is effective from 12:01 a.m. EDT on May 8, 2026,
through 11:59 p.m. on May 11, 2026.
ADDRESSES: To view available documents, go to <a href="https://www.regulations.gov">https://www.regulations.gov</a> and search for USCG-2026-0559.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions about this rule,
contact MST1 Jean Jimenez Sosa, Marine Safety Detachment Cincinnati,
U.S. Coast Guard; telephone 206-815-7166, or email
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#a9e3ccc8c787ea87e3c0c4ccc7ccd3fac6dac8e9dcdacace87c4c0c5"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="e1ab84808fcfa2cfab888c848f849bb28e9280a194928286cf8c888d">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
I. Table of Abbreviations
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
COTP Captain of the Port
DHS Department of Homeland Security
FR Federal Register
NPRM Notice of proposed rulemaking
Sec. Section
U.S.C. United States Code
II. Background and Authority
The Coast Guard received notification that persons under the
protection of the United States Secret Service will be visiting the
city of Cincinnati, OH on May 8, 2026, through May 11, 2026. The
Captain of the Port Ohio Valley (COTP) has determined that a security
zone on the Ohio River is needed to protect the visiting dignitaries
and other persons during this visit. Therefore, the COTP is issuing
this rule under the authority in 46 U.S.C. 70051 and 70124, which is
needed to provide waterside security and protection of the persons
under the protection of the United States Secret Service in the
navigable waters within the security zone.
Because of the potential threats associated with this visit, the
Coast Guard is issuing this rule without prior notice and comment. As
is authorized by 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B), the Coast Guard finds that good
cause exists for not publishing a notice of proposed
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rulemaking (NPRM) with respect to this rule because it is impracticable
and contrary to the public interest. Additionally, the Coast Guard was
notified of this event on May 5, 2026, but we must establish this
security zone by May 8, 2026, to protect personnel, vessels, and the
marine environment. Therefore, we do not have enough time to solicit
and respond to comments.
For the same reasons, the Coast Guard finds that under 5 U.S.C.
553(d)(3), good cause exists for making this rule effective less than
30 days after publication in the Federal Register.
III. Discussion of the Rule
This rule establishes a security zone from zone from 12:01 a.m. EDT
on May 8, 2026, through 11:59 p.m. on May 11, 2026. The security zone
will cover the entire width of the Ohio River, between mile marker (MM)
461 to MM 473. No vessel or person will be permitted to enter the
security zone without obtaining permission from the COTP or their
designated representative. While this temporary regulation will be
effective for four days, the security zone will only be enforced during
certain times when visiting dignitaries and security personnel are
present within the regulated area. The COTP will issue broadcast notice
to mariners to inform the public of the specific enforcement times.
IV. Regulatory Analyses
We developed this rule after considering numerous statutes and
Executive orders related to rulemaking. Below we summarize our analysis
based on a number of these statutes and Executive orders.
A. Impact on Small Entities
The regulatory flexibility analysis provisions of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act of 1980, 5 U.S.C. 601-612, do not apply to rules that
are not subject to notice and comment. Because the Coast Guard has, for
good cause, waived the notice and comment requirement that would
otherwise apply to this rulemaking, the Regulatory Flexibility Act's
flexibility analysis provisions do not apply here.
Under section 213(a) of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement
Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104-121), if this rule will affect your
small business, organization, or governmental jurisdiction and you have
questions, contact the person listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
CONTACT section. Small businesses may send comments to the Small
Business and Agriculture Regulatory Enforcement Ombudsman and the
Regional Small Business Regulatory Fairness Boards by calling 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.
B. 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).
C. Federalism and Indian Tribal Governments
We have analyzed this rule under Executive Order 13132, Federalism,
and have determined that it is consistent with the fundamental
federalism principles and preemption requirements described in that
Order.
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.
D. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
As required by The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C.
1531-1538), the Coast Guard certifies that this rule will not result in
an annual expenditure of $100,000,000 or more (adjusted for inflation)
by a State, local, or tribal government, in the aggregate, or by the
private sector.
E. 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 et seq.), 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 is a security zone. 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.
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; DHS Delegation No. 00170.1, Revision No. 01.4.
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2. Add Sec. 165.T08-0559 to read as follows:
Sec. 165.T08-0559 Security Zone; Ohio River, Cincinnati, OH.
(a) Location. The following area is a security zone: All navigable
waters of the Ohio River, extending the entire width of the river,
between mile marker (MM) 461 to MM 473.
(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 Ohio Valley (COTP) in the enforcement of the
security zone.
(c) Regulations. (1) Under the general security zone regulations in
subpart D of this part, you may not enter the security 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 on VHF-FM channel 16 or by telephone at 1-800-253-7465.
Those in the security 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 is effective from 12:01 a.m.
EDT on May 8, 2026, through 11:59 p.m. on May 11, 2026. The security
zone regulation will be enforced when visiting dignitaries and security
personnel are present within the location described in paragraph (a) of
this section. The COTP will issue broadcast notice to mariners to
inform the public of the specific
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enforcement times for this temporary regulation.
Randy L. Preston,
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port Ohio Valley.
[FR Doc. 2026-09280 Filed 5-8-26; 8:45 am]
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