Coast Guard Renews Info Requests from Barge Operators on Hazardous Cargo
Published Date: 8/20/2025
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Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard wants to keep collecting info from barge operators carrying dangerous cargo on certain rivers and waterways, with no changes to the current rules. This affects barge companies in the Heartland and Great Lakes areas and keeps safety reporting on track without extra costs or delays. They’re asking for public feedback before sending their request to the government for approval.
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Barge dangerous-cargo reporting continues
If you operate barges loaded with certain dangerous cargo, the U.S. Coast Guard will continue collecting the same reporting information it currently requires under OMB Control Number 1625-0105 for inland rivers in the Coast Guard Heartland District, the Illinois Waterway, and the Great Lakes District. The Coast Guard is requesting an extension of approval "without change" and is inviting public comments before it submits the request to the Office of Management and Budget.
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