Miami Grand Prix Powerboats Temporarily Close Part of Port Channel
Published Date: 10/28/2026
Proposed Rule
Summary
The Coast Guard wants to temporarily block off part of the Port Miami Shipping Channel for the E1 Miami Grand Prix electric powerboat race from November 11-14, 2026. Only authorized boats can enter the area during race times to keep everyone safe and protect the environment. If you’re boating nearby, plan ahead and watch for updates before November 4, 2026, when public comments close.
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Temporary closure of Port Miami channel
The Coast Guard would prohibit people and vessels from being in a roughly 1-mile section of the Port Miami Main Shipping Channel during the E1 Miami Grand Prix on November 11–14, 2026. The rule bans entry, transit, anchoring, or loitering in the regulated area outside authorized times unless you get permission from the Captain of the Port.
Limited public transit windows announced
The Coast Guard would allow public transit through the regulated area only during short windows: November 11, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.; November 12, 2026, from 11:35 a.m. to 11:55 a.m.; and on November 13–14, 2026, during two windows (11:10 a.m. to 11:50 p.m. and 12:10 p.m. to 12:40 p.m.) as published in the proposal. Outside those windows, passage requires permission from the Captain of the Port.
Permission requirement and contact method
To enter the regulated area outside the public windows, you must get permission from the Captain of the Port (COTP) or a designated representative by contacting VHF-FM channel 16 or telephone (833) 642-7271. Those in the area must follow lawful orders from the COTP or their representatives.
Coast Guard certifies minimal small-business impact
The Coast Guard certifies this proposed rule would not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities because the area affected is small, the enforcement is only for a few hours during normally low traffic times, vessels can transit around the area, the Coast Guard will broadcast notices, and vessels may request permission to enter. Small entities can submit comments if they believe they would be economically affected.
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