[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 99 (Tuesday, May 23, 2023)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 32972-32974]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2023-10886]


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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 165

[Docket Number USCG-2023-0205]
RIN 1625-AA00


Safety Zone; Fireworks Display, Yaquina Bay, Newport, OR

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Temporary final rule.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for 
certain waters of the Yaquina Bay. This action is necessary to provide 
for the safety of participants and the maritime public during a 
fireworks display on the Yaquina Bay near Newport, Oregon on July 4th, 
2023. This regulation prohibits non-participant persons and vessels 
from being in the safety zone unless authorized by the Captain of the 
Port Columbia River or a designated representative.

DATES: This rule is effective from 9:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. on July 4, 
2023.

ADDRESSES: To view documents mentioned in this preamble as being 
available in the docket, go to https://www.regulations.gov, type USCG-
2023-0205 in the search box and click ``Search.'' Next, in the Document 
Type column, select ``Supporting & Related Material.''

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions about this 
proposed rulemaking, call or email LT Carlie Gilligan, Waterways 
Management Division, Sector Columbia River, Coast Guard; telephone 503-
240-9319, email [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

I. Table of Abbreviations

CFR Code of Federal Regulations
COTP Captain of the Port Columbia River
DHS Department of Homeland Security
FR Federal Register
NPRM Notice of proposed rulemaking
Sec.  Section
U.S.C. United States Code

II. Background Information and Regulatory History

    On February 6, 2023, Western Display Fireworks, LTD notified the 
Coast Guard that it will be conducting a fireworks display from 10 to 
10:30 p.m. on July 4, 2023. In response, on March 27, 2023, the Coast 
Guard published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) titled Safety 
Zone; Fireworks Display, Yaquina Bay, Newport, OR (88 FR 18104). There 
we stated why we issued the NPRM and invited comments on our proposed 
regulatory action related to this fireworks display. During the comment 
period that ended April 26, 2023, we received two comments, both in 
support of the proposed rule.

III. Legal Authority and Need for Rule

    The Coast Guard is issuing this rule under authority in 46 U.S.C. 
70034. The Captain of the Port Columbia River (COTP) has determined 
that the potential hazards associated with the fireworks display would 
be a safety concern for anyone within the designated area of the safety 
zone before, during, or after the event. The purpose of this rulemaking 
is to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment in these 
navigable waters before, during, and after the scheduled event.

IV. Discussion of Comments, Changes, and the Rule

    As noted above, we received two relevant comments on our NPRM 
published March 27, 2023. The comments supported and agreed with the 
proposed rule. Thus, there are no changes in the regulatory text of 
this rule from the proposed rule in the NPRM.
    This rule establishes a safety zone from 9:30 to 11 p.m. on July 4, 
2023. The safety zone would cover all navigable waters within 500 feet 
of the launch site located at approximately 44[deg]37'31'' N 
124[deg]2'5'' W in the Port of Newport, Oregon. The duration of the 
zone is intended to ensure the safety of vessels and these navigable 
waters before, during, and after the scheduled 10 to 10:30 p.m. 
fireworks display. No vessel or person will be permitted to enter the 
safety zone without obtaining permission from the COTP or a designated 
representative.

V. Regulatory Analyses

    We developed this rule after considering numerous statutes and 
Executive orders related to rulemaking. Below we summarize our analyses 
based on a number of these statutes and Executive orders, and we 
discuss First Amendment rights of protestors.

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A. Regulatory Planning and Review

    Executive Orders 12866 and 13563 direct agencies to assess the 
costs and benefits of available regulatory alternatives and, if 
regulation is necessary, to select regulatory approaches that maximize 
net benefits. This rule has not been designated a ``significant 
regulatory action,'' under Executive Order 12866. Accordingly, this 
rule has not been reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget 
(OMB).
    This regulatory action determination is based on the size, 
location, and duration of the safety zone. The safety zone created by 
this rule is designed to minimize its impact on navigable waters. This 
rule prohibits entry into certain navigable waters of the Yaquina Bay 
and will not exceed 2 hours in duration. Thus, restrictions on vessel 
movement within that area will be minimal. Moreover, under certain 
conditions vessels may still transit through the safety zone when 
permitted by the COTP. The Coast Guard will issue a Broadcast Notice to 
Mariners via VHF-FM marine channel 16 about the zone and the rule 
allows vessels to seek permission to enter the zone.

B. Impact on Small Entities

    The Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980, 5 U.S.C. 601-612, as 
amended, requires Federal agencies to consider the potential impact of 
regulations on small entities during rulemaking. The term ``small 
entities'' comprises small businesses, not-for-profit organizations 
that are independently owned and operated and are not dominant in their 
fields, and governmental jurisdictions with populations of less than 
50,000. The Coast Guard received no comments from the Small Business 
Administration on this rulemaking. The Coast Guard certifies under 5 
U.S.C. 605(b) that this rule will not have a significant economic 
impact on a substantial number of small entities.
    While some owners or operators of vessels intending to transit the 
safety zone may be small entities, for the reasons stated in section 
V.A above, this rule will not have a significant economic impact on any 
vessel owner or operator.
    Under section 213(a) of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement 
Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104-121), we want to assist small 
entities in understanding this rule. If the rule affects your small 
business, organization, or governmental jurisdiction and you have 
questions concerning its provisions or options for compliance, please 
call or email the person listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT 
section.
    Small businesses may send comments on the actions of Federal 
employees who enforce, or otherwise determine compliance with, Federal 
regulations to the Small Business and Agriculture Regulatory 
Enforcement Ombudsman and the Regional Small Business Regulatory 
Fairness Boards. The Ombudsman evaluates these actions annually and 
rates each agency's responsiveness to small business. If you wish to 
comment on actions by employees of the Coast Guard, call 1-888-REG-FAIR 
(1-888-734-3247). The Coast Guard will not retaliate against small 
entities that question or complain about this rule or any policy or 
action of the Coast Guard.

C. Collection of Information

    This rule does not call for a new collection of information under 
the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520).

D. Federalism and Indian Tribal Governments

    A rule has implications for federalism under Executive Order 13132, 
Federalism, if it has a substantial direct effect on the States, on the 
relationship between the National Government and the States, or on the 
distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of 
government. We have analyzed this rule under that Order and have 
determined that it is consistent with the fundamental federalism 
principles and preemption requirements described in Executive Order 
13132.
    Also, this rule does not have Tribal implications under Executive 
Order 13175, Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal 
Governments, because it does not have a substantial direct effect on 
one or more Indian Tribes, on the relationship between the Federal 
Government and Indian Tribes, or on the distribution of power and 
responsibilities between the Federal Government and Indian Tribes.

E. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act

    The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1531-1538) 
requires Federal agencies to assess the effects of their discretionary 
regulatory actions. In particular, the Act addresses actions that may 
result in the expenditure by a State, local, or tribal government, in 
the aggregate, or by the private sector of $100,000,000 (adjusted for 
inflation) or more in any one year. Though this rule will not result in 
such an expenditure, we do discuss the effects of this rule elsewhere 
in this preamble.

F. Environment

    We have analyzed this rule under Department of Homeland Security 
Directive 023-01, Rev. 1, associated implementing instructions, and 
Environmental Planning COMDTINST 5090.1 (series), which guide the Coast 
Guard in complying with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 
(42 U.S.C. 4321-4370f), and have determined that this action is one of 
a category of actions that do not individually or cumulatively have a 
significant effect on the human environment. This proposed rule 
involves a safety zone that will be enforced for 1.5 hours that will 
prohibit entry within 500 feet of a fireworks launch site. It is 
categorically excluded from further review under paragraph L60(a) of 
Appendix A, Table 1 of DHS Instruction Manual 023-01-001-01, Rev. 1. A 
Record of Environmental Consideration supporting this determination is 
available in the docket. For instructions on locating the docket, see 
the ADDRESSES section of this preamble.

G. Protest Activities

    The Coast Guard respects the First Amendment rights of protesters. 
Protesters are asked to call or email the person listed in the FOR 
FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section to coordinate protest activities so 
that your message can be received without jeopardizing the safety or 
security of people, places or vessels.

List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 165

    Harbors, Marine safety, Navigation (water), Reporting and 
recordkeeping requirements, Security measures, Waterways.

    For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard is 
amending 33 CFR part 165 as follows:

PART 165--REGULATED NAVIGATION AREAS AND LIMITED ACCESS AREAS

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1. The authority citation for part 165 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 70034, 70051, 70124; 33 CFR 1.05-1, 6.04-1, 
6.04-6, and 160.5; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 
00170.1, Revision No. 01.3.


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2. Add Sec.  165.T13-0205 to read as follows:


Sec.  165.T13-0205  Safety Zone; Fireworks Display, Yaquina Bay, 
Newport, OR.

    (a) Location. The following area is a safety zone: All navigable 
waters within 500 feet of a fireworks launch site in Newport, OR. The 
fireworks launch site will be at the approximate point of 
44[deg]37'31.62'' N/124[deg]2'5.42'' W.

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    (b) Definitions. As used in this section--
    Designated representative means a Coast Guard Patrol Commander, 
including a Coast Guard coxswain, petty officer, or other officer 
operating a Coast Guard vessel and a Federal, State, and local officer 
designated by or assisting the Captain of the Port Columbia River 
(COTP) in the enforcement of the safety zone.
    Participant means all persons and vessels registered with the event 
sponsor as a participant in the fireworks display.
    (c) Regulations. (1) Under the general safety zone regulations in 
subpart C of this part, all non-participants may not enter the safety 
zone described in paragraph (a) of this section unless authorized by 
the COTP or the COTP's designated representative.
    (2) To seek permission to enter, contact the COTP or the COTP's 
representative by calling (503) 209-2468 or the Sector Columbia River 
Command Center on Channel 16 VHF-FM. Those in the safety zone must 
comply with all lawful orders or directions given to them by the COTP 
or the COTP's designated representative.
    (3) The COTP will provide notice of the regulated area through 
advanced notice via broadcast notice to mariners and by on-scene 
designated representatives.
    (d) Enforcement period. This section will be enforced from 9:30 to 
11 p.m. on July 4, 2023. It will be subject to enforcement this entire 
period unless the COTP determines it is no longer needed, in which case 
the Coast Guard will inform mariners via Notice to Mariners.

    Dated: May 17, 2023.
M. Scott Jackson,
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port, Sector Columbia River.
[FR Doc. 2023-10886 Filed 5-22-23; 8:45 am]
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