# 2026-12170: Coast Guard Updates Columbia River Event Safety Zones

2026-12170, Special Local Regulation; Marine Events Within the Captain of the Port Zone Columbia River, is a Federal Register rule from Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard published 2026-06-17, effective 2026-07-17; PRIA reads it as touching household money (as of 2026-06-24).

- Canonical: https://policyrisk.com/federal-register/2026-12170
- As of: 2026-06-24
- Plain-text twin of the page above; the HTML and this file carry the same facts.

## Facts
- Document number: 2026-12170
- Title: Special Local Regulation; Marine Events Within the Captain of the Port Zone Columbia River
- Type: Rule
- Agencies: Homeland Security Department; Coast Guard
- Citation: 91 FR 36529
- Published: 2026-06-17
- Effective: 2026-07-17
- Comments close: not stated
- Significant: no
- Touches household money: yes
- Regulation identifier numbers: 1625-AA08
- Last updated: 2026-06-24

## In one line

Coast Guard Updates Columbia River Event Safety Zones

## Summary

Starting July 17, 2026, the Coast Guard is updating rules for certain fun and busy marine events on the Columbia River to keep everyone safe. Some event details got tweaked, one event got dropped, and only authorized boats can enter these special zones during events. If you’re a boater or event fan, expect smoother, safer waters with these changes—no extra fees, just better control!

## Abstract

The Coast Guard is establishing minor changes to Special Local Regulations (SLRs) for certain navigable waters of the Columbia River. The SLRs are needed to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards from the associated marine events. This regulation prohibits persons and vessels from entering the regulated area unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port Columbia River or their designated representative.

## Effects PRIA read

- Boaters Restricted From Event Zones: mixed, low. Starting July 17, 2026, during listed marine events on the Columbia River you may not enter the regulated area unless you get permission from the Captain of the Port Columbia River or their designated representative. The rule says the Special Local Regulations cover all navigable waters within each…

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## Sources
- [2026-12170 on federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/06/17/2026-12170/special-local-regulation-marine-events-within-the-captain-of-the-port-zone-columbia-river)
- [2026-12170 as published (PDF)](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-06-17/pdf/2026-12170.pdf)

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Source: PRIA, https://policyrisk.com/federal-register/2026-12170 (as of 2026-06-24).