Coast Guard proposes anchoring ban on Hudson River stretch between Yonkers and Kingston
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The Coast Guard is proposing a new rule that would prohibit vessels from anchoring in the Hudson River between Yonkers, New York, and Kingston, New York. This change implements a requirement from the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026.
Why it matters: This is largely an administrative update to align federal regulations with existing law passed by Congress. The practical effect is that ship captains and pilots have a clearer, legally defined boundary for where they cannot drop anchor on this stretch of the river, except in pre-existing zones or emergencies.
Who it affects
- Commercial vessel operators and pilots navigating the Hudson River between Yonkers and Kingston
This proposed rule comes from the Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard via the Federal Register; readers should check the original document for specific coordinates and comment instructions.
Agency: Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard
Source: Federal Register — read the official document