U.S. DOT/SLSDC - Notice of Proposed Rulemaking

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U.S. DOT/SLSDC - Notice of Proposed Rulemaking

The Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC) and the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation (SLSMC) of Canada, under international agreement, jointly publish and presently administer the St. Lawrence Seaway Regulations and Rules (Practices and Procedures in Canada) in their respective jurisdictions. Under agreement with the SLSMC, the SLSDC is amending the joint regulations by updating the Seaway Regulations and Rules in various categories. The proposed changes will update the following sections of the Regulation and Rules: Condition of Vessels; Preclearance and Security for Tolls; Seaway Navigation; Toll Assessment and Payment; and Information and Reports. These proposed amendments are necessary to take account of updated procedures and/or technology and will enhance the safety of transits through the Seaway. Several of the proposed amendments are merely editorial or for clarification of existing requirements. DATES: Comment Period Ends January 20, 2006.

Posted

Dec 21, 2005

Comment period

Dec 21, 2005 – Dec 22, 2005

Agency

Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC)

Topics

• Maritime & Shipping

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