USCGProposed Rule
Safety Zone; Inner Harbor, Baltimore, MD
TransportationEnvironment
10 days left to comment
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Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard is proposing to create a safety zone in Baltimore's Inner Harbor to protect people and vessels in that area. This proposed rule would restrict certain activities and boat traffic in designated waters to prevent accidents and keep the harbor safer.
Key Points
- 1The Coast Guard wants to establish a safety zone in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, which would limit who can enter and what activities are allowed in specific areas of the harbor
- 2This rule is still in the proposal stage, and the public has until March 3, 2026 to submit comments and feedback about whether this is a good idea
- 3The safety zone could affect boat operators, commercial shipping, recreational boaters, and others who use Baltimore's Inner Harbor
- 4Violating the safety zone rules could result in penalties for boat operators and vessel owners who enter restricted areas without permission
- 5The Coast Guard will review all public comments before deciding whether to make this proposed rule final
Key Dates
Published
January 30, 2026
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