Security Zone; Potomac River and Anacostia River, and Adjacent Waters, Washington, DC
Published Date: 1/6/2025
Rule
Summary
The Coast Guard is setting up a security zone on the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers in Washington, DC, from January 7 to 9, 2025, to keep everyone safe during former President James Carter’s state funeral. Boats can’t enter or stay in the area unless they get special permission. This helps protect important people and prevent any trouble during this important event.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
Boating Ban on Potomac and Anacostia
From 8:00 a.m. on January 7, 2025, through 4:00 p.m. on January 9, 2025, the Coast Guard will prohibit entering or remaining in the security zone covering the Potomac River, Anacostia River, and adjacent waters (Zones 1–3) in Washington, DC, unless you have authorization from the Captain of the Port. To seek permission, call (410) 576-2525 or use VHF-FM channel 16 (156.8 MHz).
Who Can Stay, Who Must Leave
During the enforcement period, public vessels and vessels already at berth when the zone is implemented may remain in the zone. All vessels underway in the zone when it is implemented must depart the zone unless authorized by the Captain of the Port. Enforcement may be suspended early by a Broadcast Notice to Mariners.
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