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Federal Register · May 15, 2026
The title they went with Special Local Regulation; Marine Events Within the USCG East District Noisy translates that to

Coast Guard wants to make three annual boat races officially safe

What happened
The Coast Guard is proposing new local rules for three annual high-speed boat races in Virginia. These rules would close off parts of the York, East, and Elizabeth Rivers during the races to keep people safe.
Why it matters
These are small, routine updates to keep local events safe. The Coast Guard regularly issues these kinds of rules for marine events across the country. They ensure that organizers can hold events without unexpected safety issues.
The signal
Watch for the final rule to be published, which will confirm the specific dates and times these river sections will be closed.
If you insist
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