Nov. 21, 2023

Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM): Great Lakes Pilotage Modernization

The Coast Guard is proposing to amend certain Great Lakes Pilotage regulatory requirements to align with current Coast Guard and U.S. pilot association operations and pilotage practices. This proposed rule would clarify the different phases of training and types of registrations for pilots who work on the Great Lakes, eliminate outdated practices and redundant requirements, and adds much needed structure regarding the billing dispute process.

Sept. 22, 2023

National Boating Safety Advisory Committee Meeting

The National Boating Safety Advisory Committee and its Subcommittees will meet virtually to discuss matters relating to national boating safety. The virtual meeting will be open to the public.

Aug. 16, 2023

Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Great Lakes Pilotage Rates – 2024 Annual Review

The Coast Guard announced in the Federal Register the proposed establishment of new pilotage rates for the 2024 shipping season.

June 1, 2023

Federal Register Notice: National Navigation Safety Advisory Committee June Virtual Meeting

National Navigation Safety Advisory Committee; June 2023 Virtual Meeting

Dec. 23, 2022

Final Rule: Consumer Price Index Adjustments of Oil Pollution Act of 1990 Limits of Liability-Vessels, Deepwater Ports and Onshore Facilities

The Coast Guard announced in the Federal Register that it is adjusting the limits of liability for vessels, deepwater ports, and onshore facilities to reflect the increase in the Consumer Price Index since they were last adjusted in 2019. The regulatory inflation increases to the limits of liability are required by the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 and are necessary to preserve the deterrent effect and “polluter pays” principle embodied in the Act.