81 FR 10501 - Safety Zone; Sunken Vessel, North Channel, Boston, MA
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Coast Guard Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 40 (March 1, 2016)
Coast Guard
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 40 (March 1, 2016)
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| FR Document | 2016-04475 |
[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 40 (Tuesday, March 1, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 10501-10504] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-04475] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard 33 CFR Part 165 [Docket Number USCG-2016-0127] RIN 1625-AA00 Safety Zone; Sunken Vessel, North Channel, Boston, MA AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS. ACTION: Temporary final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 10502]] SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is establishing a 250 yard temporary safety zone within Sector Boston's Captain of the Port (COTP) Zone for a sunken vessel located in Boston Harbor's North Channel. The safety zone will be in effect while the sunken vessel remains on the sea floor to facilitate safe navigation, survey operations, and salvage operations. This action is necessary to ensure that vessels that transit the area are not endangered by hazards associated with a sunken vessel. Entering into, transiting through, mooring or anchoring within this safety zone is prohibited unless authorized by the COTP or the designated on-scene representative. DATES: This rule is effective without actual notice from March 1, 2016 through March 31, 2016. For the purposes of enforcement, actual notice will be used from February 16, 2016 through March 1, 2016. ADDRESSES: To view documents mentioned in this preamble as being available in the docket, go to http://www.regulations.gov, type USCG- 2016-0127 in the ``SEARCH'' box and click ``SEARCH.'' Click on Open Docket Folder on the line associated with this rule. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this rule, call or email Mr. Mark Cutter, Coast Guard Sector Boston Waterways Management Division, U.S. Coast Guard; telephone 617-223-4000, email [email protected]. 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 USCG United States Coast Guard II. Background Information and Regulatory History The Coast Guard is issuing this temporary rule without prior notice and opportunity to comment pursuant to authority under section 4(a) of the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) (5 U.S.C. 553(b)). This 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.'' Under 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B), the Coast Guard finds that good cause exists for not publishing an NPRM with respect to this rule because doing so would be impracticable and contrary to the public interest. There is insufficient time to publish an NPRM and solicit comments from the public before establishing a safety zone to address an existing hazard to navigation. The nature of the navigational hazard requires the immediate establishment of a safety zone. We are issuing this rule, and under 5 U.S.C. 553(d)(3), the Coast Guard finds that good cause exists for making it effective less than 30 days after publication in the Federal Register. Delaying the effective date of this rule would be contrary to public interest because immediate action is needed to respond to the potential safety hazards associated with removing cargo from the vessel and refloating the vessel. III. Legal Authority and Need for Rule The Coast Guard is issuing this rule under authority in 33 U.S.C. 1231. The COTP has determined that potential hazards associated with a sunken vessel in a Federal Navigation Deep Draft Channel will be a safety concern for vessels that may transit the North Channel. This rule is needed to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment in the navigable waters within the safety zone until the exact location can be determined, and for the safety of vessels and personnel involved in survey and salvage operations. This rule will remain in effect for the time stated herein but will be cancelled if response activities are finished before March 31, 2016. The preliminary estimate for completion of the survey to determine exact location is February 17, 2016. Once the exact location is determined, the COTP will further evaluate if the channel can be opened to vessel traffic. If the sunken vessel is located outside of the North Channel, the safety may still be needed during times of salvage operations. This temporary final rule provides for an extended enforcement period in case of unforeseen circumstances that prevent the contractors from completing the work within their initial estimated timeline. IV. Discussion of the Rule The sunken vessel addressed in this rule is the tug Emily Anne. The tug Emily Anne sank at in the early morning hours of February 16, 2016 in approximate position; 42[deg]22.4' N., 70[deg]54.77' W. This rule establishes a safety zone until the exact position of the sunken vessel can be determined and during survey or salvage operations. The safety zone will cover all navigable waters from surface to bottom, within a 250 yard radius of position 42[deg]22.4' N., 70[deg]54.77' W. This position is located by buoy 2 Boston Harbor's North Channel. The duration of the safety zone is intended to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment in these navigable waters until the exact position can be determined and during survey and salvage operations. If the sunken vessel is determined to be located outside the North Channel, the COTP will reopen the North Channel to vessel traffic and use the safety zone during times of survey or salvage operations if needed. The owner of the vessel is in the process of arranging salvage arrangements. No vessel or person will be permitted to enter the safety zone without obtaining permission from the COTP or a designated representative. V. Regulatory Analyses We developed this rule after considering numerous statutes and Executive order 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. Executive Order 13563 emphasizes the importance of quantifying both costs and benefits, of reducing costs, of harmonizing rules, and of promoting flexibility. This rule has not been designated a ``significant regulatory action,'' under Executive Order 12866. Accordingly, it has not been reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget. This regulatory action determination is based on the size, location, duration, and time-of-year of the safety zone. A majority of vessel traffic will be able to transit Boston Harbor's South Channel. The larger deep draft vessels cannot transit the South Channel and they will be affected by this safety zone until an exact location of the sunken vessel can be determined. If the sunken vessel is located outside the channel, vessels will be able to transit in the channel. Moreover, the Coast Guard will issue Broadcast Notice to Mariners via VHF-FM marine channel 16 about the zone. 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 [[Page 10503]] 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 contact 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. If you believe this rule has implications for federalism or Indian tribes, please contact the person listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section above. 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 Management Directive 023-01 and Commandant Instruction M16475.lD, 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 safety zone possibly lasting more than 31 days that will prohibit entry into the North Channel. It is categorically excluded from further review under paragraph 34(g) of Figure 2-1 of the Commandant Instruction. In accordance with Coast Guard NEPA Implementing Procedures, while environmental impacts were considered, a written environmental analysis checklist supporting this determination and a Categorical Exclusion Determination will be available in the Federal Register docket for public view.'' We seek any comments or information that may lead to the discovery of a significant environmental impact from this rule. G. Protest Activities The Coast Guard respects the First Amendment rights of protesters. Protesters are asked to contact 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 0 1. The authority citation for part 165 continues to read as follows: Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1231; 50 U.S.C. 191; 33 CFR 1.05-1, 6.04-1, 6.04-6, and 160.5; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1. 0 2. Add Sec. 165.T01-0127 to read as follows: Sec. 165.T01-0127 Safety Zone: Sunken Vessel, North Channel, Boston, MA (a) Location. The following area is a temporary safety zone: All U.S. navigable waters from surface to bottom, within a 250 yard radius of position 42[deg]22.4' N., 70[deg]54.77' W. (b) Regulations. While this safety zone is being enforced, the following regulations, along with those contained in 33 CFR 165.23, apply: (1) No person or vessel may enter or remain in this safety zone without the permission of the Captain of the Port (COTP), Sector Boston. (2) Any person or vessel permitted to enter the safety zone shall comply with the directions and orders of the COTP or the COTP's representatives. Upon being hailed by siren, radio, flashing lights, or other means, the operator of a vessel within the zone shall proceed as directed. Any person or vessel within the security zone shall exit the zone when directed by the COTP or the COTP's representatives. (3) To obtain permissions required by this regulation, individuals may reach the COTP or a COTP representative via VHF channel 16 or 617- 223-5757 (Sector Boston Command Center) to obtain permission. (4) Penalties. Those who violate this section are subject to the penalties set forth in 33 U.S.C. 1232 and 50 U.S.C. 192. (c) COTP Representative. The COTP's representative may be any Coast Guard commissioned, warrant, or petty officer or any Federal, state, or local law enforcement officer who has been designated by the COTP to act on the [[Page 10504]] COTP's behalf. The COTP's representative may be on a Coast Guard vessel, a Coast Guard Auxiliary vessel, federal, state or local law enforcement or safety vessel, or a location on shore. (d) Effective and enforcement period. The safety zone described in paragraph (a) of this section will be enforced from February 16, 2016 until March 31, 2016, unless terminated sooner by the COTP. (e) Notification. The Coast Guard will notify the public of the enforcement of this safety zone by Broadcast Notice to Mariners via VHF-FM marine channel 16 about the zone. Dated: February 16, 2016. C.C. Gelzer, Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port Boston. [FR Doc. 2016-04475 Filed 2-29-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110-04-P
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more in any one year. Though this rule G. Protest Activities § 165.120 Security Zone, John Joseph
will not result in such expenditure, we Moakley United States Courthouse, Boston,
do discuss the effects of this rule The Coast Guard respects the First MA.
elsewhere in this preamble. Amendment rights of protesters. (a) Location. This security zone
Protesters are asked to contact the encompasses all U.S. navigable waters,
F. Environment person listed in the FOR FURTHER from surface to bottom, within five
INFORMATION CONTACT section to hundred (500) yards of the John Joseph
We have analyzed this rule under coordinate protest activities so that your Moakley United States Courthouse
Department of Homeland Security message can be received without (Moakley Courthouse) in Boston, MA,
Management Directive 023–01 and jeopardizing the safety or security of and following any natural waterside
Commandant Instruction M16475.lD, people, places, or vessels. seawall configuration.
which guide the Coast Guard in (b) Regulations. While this security
complying with the National List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 165
zone is being enforced, the following
Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 Harbors, Marine safety, Navigation regulations, along with those contained
U.S.C. 4321–4370f), and have (water), Reporting and recordkeeping in 33 CFR 165.33, apply:
determined that this action is one of a requirements, Security measures, (1) No person or vessel may enter or
category of actions that do not Waterways. remain in this security zone without the
individually or cumulatively have a permission of the Captain of the Port
significant effect on the human For the reasons discussed in the
preamble, the Coast Guard amends 33 (COTP), Sector Boston. However, the
environment. This final rule involves COTP hereby grants vessels permission
the establishment of a permanent CFR part 165 as follows:
to enter this security zone as long as
security zone. This rule is categorically PART 165—REGULATED NAVIGATION such vessels proceed through the area
excluded from further review under, AREAS AND LIMITED ACCESS AREAS with caution and operate at a speed no
paragraph 34(g) of figure 2–1 of the faster than that speed necessary to
Commandant Instruction. An maintain a safe course, unless otherwise
■ 1. The authority citation for part 165
environmental analysis checklist and a continues to read as follows: required by the Navigation Rules as
categorical exclusion determination are published in 33 CFR part 83 and remain
available in the docket where indicated Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1231; 50 U.S.C. 191; beyond one hundred (100) yards of the
33 CFR 1.05–1, 6.04–1, 6.04–6, and 160.5;
under ADDRESSES. We seek any Moakley Courthouse in Boston, MA,
Department of Homeland Security Delegation
comments or information that may lead No. 0170.1. following any natural waterside seawall
to the discovery of a significant configuration enclosed by a line
environmental impact from this rule. ■ 2. Add § 165.120 to read as follows: connecting the following points:
Latitude Longitude
42°21′15″ N ............................. 71°02′54″ W.; Bounded by the curvature of the seawall, thence to
42°21′18″ N ............................. 71°02′43″ W.; thence to
42°21′20″ N ............................. 71°02′40″ W.; Bounded by 100 yards off the curvature of the seawall, thence to
42°21′16″ N ............................. 71°02′57″ W.; thence to point of origin.
(2) Although vessels have permission (5) Penalties. Those who violate this representative may be on a Coast Guard
to enter the five hundred (500) yards section are subject to the penalties set vessel, a Coast Guard Auxiliary vessel,
security zone under the conditions forth in 33 U.S.C. 1232 and 50 U.S.C. federal, state or local law enforcement
mentioned in the preceding paragraph, 192. or safety vessel, or a location on shore.
no person or vessel may come within (c) Effective and enforcement period. Dated: February 17, 2016.
one hundred (100) yards of the Moakley This security zone is in effect
C.C. Gelzer,
Courthouse under any conditions unless permanently but will only be enforced
when deemed necessary by the COTP. Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the
given express permission from the Port Boston.
COTP or the COTP’s designated Anyone, including members of federal,
state or local law enforcement agencies, [FR Doc. 2016–04429 Filed 2–29–16; 8:45 am]
representatives.
may request that this security zone be BILLING CODE 9110–04–P
(3) Any person or vessel permitted to
enforced.
enter the security zone shall comply (d) Notification. The COTP will notify
with the directions and orders of the the public of the enforcement of this DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
COTP or the COTP’s representatives. security zone by publishing a Notice of SECURITY
Upon being hailed by siren, radio, Enforcement (NOE) in the Federal
flashing lights, or other means, the Coast Guard
Register and via the other means listed
operator of a vessel within the zone in 33 CFR 165.7. Such notifications will
shall proceed as directed. Any person or 33 CFR Part 165
include the date and times of
vessel within the security zone shall enforcement, along with any pre- [Docket Number USCG–2016–0127]
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exit the zone when directed by the determined conditions of entry.
COTP or the COTP’s representatives. (e) COTP representative. The COTP’s RIN 1625–AA00
(4) To obtain permissions required by representative may be any Coast Guard
this regulation, individuals may reach commissioned, warrant, or petty officer Safety Zone; Sunken Vessel, North
the COTP or a COTP representative via or any Federal, state, or local law Channel, Boston, MA
VHF channel 16 or 617–223–5757 enforcement officer who has been AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.
(Sector Boston Command Center) to designated by the COTP to act on the
ACTION: Temporary final rule.
obtain permission. COTP’s behalf. The COTP’s
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COTP’s behalf. The COTP’s for the VTS, a program where VA would if the broader definition of ‘‘service
representative may be on a Coast Guard directly transport veterans and other animal’’ in § 1.218(a)(11) was not used
vessel, a Coast Guard Auxiliary vessel, persons to or from VA or VA-authorized in VTS regulations, then VA may create
federal, state or local law enforcement facilities for the purposes of conflicting situations where a person
or safety vessel, or a location on shore. examination, treatment, or care. would be permitted to bring a ‘‘service
(d) Effective and enforcement period. Specifically, these regulations would animal’’ as defined in § 1.218(a)(11) into
The safety zone described in paragraph define eligible persons, how they may a VA facility, but would not be able to
(a) of this section will be enforced from apply for transportation benefits, and use VTS to be transported with such an
February 16, 2016 until March 31, 2016, how VA would provide transportation, animal to or from a VA facility. We
unless terminated sooner by the COTP. including such limitations as would be therefore revise § 70.73(a) to add a
(e) Notification. The Coast Guard will necessary for the safe and effective reference to § 1.218(a)(11). This revision
notify the public of the enforcement of operation of VTS. to § 70.73(a) addresses the commenter’s
this safety zone by Broadcast Notice to VA invited interested persons to concern that VA’s definition of ‘‘service
Mariners via VHF–FM marine channel submit comments on the proposed rule animal’’ in § 1.218(a)(11) should be
16 about the zone. on or before July 27, 2015, and we applied consistently in the context of
Dated: February 16, 2016. received one comment regarding service animal access, whether the issue
inconsistent use of and reference to the is a veteran getting into a VA facility
C.C. Gelzer,
term ‘‘service dog’’ in proposed 38 CFR with their service animal, or a veteran
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the
70.71(b)(2) and 70.73(a). Section 70.71 getting to the entrance of that VA
Port Boston.
relates to eligibility for VTS, and facility with their service animal via VA
[FR Doc. 2016–04475 Filed 2–29–16; 8:45 am]
§ 70.71(b)(2) as proposed would create transportation.
BILLING CODE 9110–04–P VTS eligibility for enrolled veterans for We do not, however, adopt the
the purpose of retrieval of, adjustment commenter’s suggestion to revise
of, or training concerning medications, § 70.71(b)(2) to reference ‘‘service
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS prosthetic appliances, or a service dog animal’’ as defined in § 1.218(a)(11). As
AFFAIRS (as defined in 38 CFR 17.148). Section stated earlier in this final rule,
70.73 relates to arrangement of and § 70.71(b)(2) as proposed would create
38 CFR Part 70 requests for transportation under VTS, VTS eligibility for, among other things,
RIN 2900–AO92 and § 70.73(a) as proposed would transportation related to training a
require an eligible person that wanted to ‘‘service dog’’ that is recognized under
Veterans Transportation Service use VTS to provide VA with certain § 17.148. If we revised § 70.71(b)(2) to
information to include any special replace the reference to ‘‘service dog’’ in
AGENCY: Department of Veterans Affairs.
needs that must be accommodated to § 17.148 with a reference to ‘‘service
ACTION: Final rule. allow for transportation (e.g. animal’’ in § 1.218(a)(11), we would
SUMMARY: This document adopts as a wheelchair, oxygen tank, service or instead create VTS eligibility for
final rule, with changes, a Department guide dog). Unlike § 70.71(b)(2) as transportation related to training a
of Veterans affairs (VA) proposed rule proposed, § 70.73(a) as proposed did not ‘‘service animal’’ that is recognized
concerning VA’s direct transportation of reference § 17.148 and therefore would under § 1.218(a)(11). However, this
persons for the purposes of not be limited by the meaning of the would conflict with VA’s service dog
examination, treatment, and care. term ‘‘service dog’’ as it is defined in benefits standards in § 17.148, because
Section 202 of the Dignified Burial and § 17.148. As noted by the commenter, § 17.148(c) has specific training
Other Veterans’ Benefits Improvement the lack of consistency in referencing requirements that are not present in
Act of 2012, as amended, authorized VA § 17.148 in both §§ 70.71(b)(2) and § 1.218(a)(11). The commenter’s
to carry out a program to transport any 70.73(a) creates confusion as to whether suggested revision to § 70.71(b)(2)
person to or from a VA facility or VA- a different meaning of the term ‘‘service would create scenarios where VA could
authorized facility, for the purpose of dog’’ should be applied when provide VTS transport to support the
examination, treatment, or care. VA is determining VTS eligibility under non-specific training of a ‘‘service
authorized to carry out this program § 70.71, versus when determining what animal’’ that is recognized under
until December 31, 2016. These is required to arrange or request VTS § 1.218(a)(11), although VA could not
regulations provide guidelines for transport under § 70.73. As also noted recognize that training under § 17.148(c)
veterans and the public regarding this by the commenter, a proposed revision for the purposes of providing service
program, hereafter referred to as the to another VA regulation would define dog benefits. Such a practice could be
Veterans Transportation Service (VTS). the term ‘‘service animal’’ in 38 CFR interpreted as VA supporting non-
1.218(a)(11) more broadly than the term specific training that is not recognized
DATES: Effective Date: This rule is
‘‘service dog’’ is defined in § 17.148. See under § 17.148(c), and would erode
effective March 31, 2016. 79 FR 69379. Since VA received this VA’s training requirements in
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: comment, § 1.218(a)(11) has been § 17.148(c). To avoid this conflict
David Riley, Director, Veterans revised to include this broader between VA standards related to service
Transportation Program, Chief Business definition of ‘‘service animal.’’ See 80 animal access in § 1.218(a)(11) and VA
Office (10NB2G), 2957 Clairmont Rd., FR 49157. Ultimately, the commenter standards related to service dog benefits
Atlanta, GA 30329–1647, (404) 828– asserted that § 70.71(b)(2) should be in § 17.148, we do not make the revision
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5601. (This is not a toll-free number.) revised to refer to the broader definition to § 70.71(b)(2) as suggested by the
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: A of ‘‘service animal’’ in § 1.218(a)(11). commenter.
proposed rule concerning VA’s direct We agree with the commenter that if We additionally clarify that VTS
transportation of persons for the a person is eligible for VTS and travel to receive training with approved
purposes of examination, treatment, and traveling with a service animal, then the service dogs under § 17.148 would only
care was published in the Federal broader definition of ‘‘service animal’’ be approved travel under § 70.72(d). The
Register on May 27, 2015. 80 FR 30190. in § 1.218(a)(11) should be used in VTS types of authorized transportation under
This rule set forth proposed regulations regulations. As noted by the commenter, § 70.72(a)–(c) must be to or from VA or
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| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Rules and Regulations | |
| Action | Temporary final rule. | |
| Dates | This rule is effective without actual notice from March 1, 2016 through March 31, 2016. For the purposes of enforcement, actual notice will be used from February 16, 2016 through March 1, 2016. | |
| Contact | If you have questions on this rule, call or email Mr. Mark Cutter, Coast Guard Sector Boston Waterways Management Division, U.S. Coast Guard; telephone 617-223-4000, email [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 10501 | |
| RIN Number | 1625-AA00 | |
| CFR Associated | Harbors; Marine Safety; Navigation (water); Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements; Security Measures and Waterways |
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