Security Zones; Vessels Carrying Dangerous Cargo, Corpus Christi and La Quinta Ship Channe
The Coast Guard is establishing a security zone around vessels carrying Certain Dangerous Cargos (CDCs), for which the Captain of the Port, Corpus Christi deems enhanced security measures are necessary on a case-by-case basis. This security zone is needed to safeguard these vessels, the public, and the surrounding area
| Agency | Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard |
|---|---|
| Document type | Rule |
| Published | 2026-05-27 |
| Summary | The Coast Guard is establishing a security zone around vessels carrying Certain Dangerous Cargos (CDCs), for which the Captain of the Port, Corpus Christi deems enhanced security measures are necessary on a case-by-case basis. This security zone is needed to safeguard these vessels, the public, and the surrounding area from sabotage or other subversive acts, accidents, or other events of a similar nature. This rulemaking prohibits entry of vessels or person into this security zone during enforcement periods unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Corpus Christi or their designated representative. |
| Document number | 2026-10492 |
| Official record | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/05/27/2026-10492/security-zones-vessels-carrying-dangerous-cargo-corpus-christi-and-la-quinta-ship-channels-corpus |