Regulated Navigation Area; Hudson River, Albany, NY
The Coast Guard has established a temporary Regulated Navigation Area (RNA) on the Hudson River near Albany, NY, prohibiting vessel and person entry during full enforcement unless authorized. This affects security operations on or near the water.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Private Security Licensing space on July 6, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Private security firms operating on or near the Hudson River in Albany, NY, including guard-service firms, private patrol operators, in-house security, and armored transport that may use waterways or adjacent areas. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Effective immediately upon publication (July 6, 2026) and until the RNA is terminated. Check the Federal Register notice for specific enforcement dates.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Private Security Licensing continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
A temporary RNA is established, prohibiting entry of vessels or persons during full enforcement unless specifically authorized by the Coast Guard.
Who it affects
Private security firms operating on or near the Hudson River in Albany, NY, including guard-service firms, private patrol operators, in-house security, and armored transport that may use waterways or adjacent areas.
What you must do
Ensure all security personnel and vessels are aware of the RNA boundaries and enforcement times. Obtain authorization from the Coast Guard if operations require entry into the RNA.
Deadline
Effective immediately upon publication (July 6, 2026) and until the RNA is terminated. Check the Federal Register notice for specific enforcement dates.
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