Great Lakes Pilots Gear Up for Policy Chat in February
Published Date: 1/21/2026
Notice
Summary
The Great Lakes Pilotage Advisory Committee is meeting on February 5, 2026, to talk about new rules and policies for Great Lakes ship pilots. This affects shipping companies and pilots who navigate these waters, with possible changes to fees or procedures coming soon. If you want your ideas heard, send comments by January 28, 2026, and get ready for updates that could impact costs and schedules.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.
Pilotage Rates on the Agenda
The Great Lakes Pilotage Advisory Committee will discuss a "Rates Update" related to Great Lakes pilotage during its open meeting on February 5, 2026. Stakeholders can submit written comments to docket USCG-2025-0394 by January 28, 2026 for committee review before the meeting.
Training for Masters and Pilots Reviewed
The Committee agenda includes "Training for Masters and Pilots," to be reviewed and discussed on February 5, 2026. The meeting may consider training standards or related recommendations for Great Lakes pilots and masters.
Public Comment Opportunity and Meeting Access
The meeting is open to the public on February 5, 2026 in Covington, LA, and the Coast Guard will accept written comments for docket USCG-2025-0394 if received by January 28, 2026; comments submitted will be posted without alteration to https://www.regulations.gov.
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