14 U.S.C. § 552: Discontinuance of aid to navigation

Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall establish a process for the discontinuance of an aid to navigation (other than a seasonal or temporary aid) established, maintained, or operated by the Coast Guard. to notify the public of any discontinuance of an aid to navigation described in that subsection; and to safeguard against any discontinuation that may compromise the safety of mariners or the public or hinder maritime operational readiness, including with respect to food security and maritime transportation. the Navigation Safety Advisory Council; and State agencies; State, local, and Tribal law enforcement, fire, and emergency response agencies; Indian Tribes; port; pilots; harbormasters; commercial and recreational fishermen, including fishing associations; ferry operators; marina operators; recreational boaters; passenger vessel operators; and coastal residents. Not later than 30 days after the date on which the process is established under subsection (a), the Secretary shall notify the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives of such process.