GovInfo.gov Enhances Access to Historical Regulations with Release of 1997 Title 33, Volume 3
Washington D.C. – August 21, 2025 – The U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) is pleased to announce the availability of a significant historical document on GovInfo.gov: the 1997 edition of Title 33 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Volume 3. This release, published today at 07:32, further expands the rich repository of historical federal regulations accessible to the public, researchers, and legal professionals.
Title 33 of the CFR pertains to Navigable Waters, the Coast Guard, and related maritime activities. Volume 3 of the 1997 edition likely encompasses a critical period in the development and codification of regulations governing these vital areas. The availability of this specific volume on GovInfo.gov allows for unprecedented access to the legal framework that guided maritime safety, environmental protection, and navigation during that era.
GovInfo.gov is the official source for authentic government information, providing free public access to federal legislative, executive, and judicial documents. The GPO’s ongoing commitment to digitizing and making historical CFR volumes available is instrumental in fostering transparency and ensuring that valuable historical legal precedents remain accessible for study and reference.
The inclusion of the 1997 Title 33, Volume 3, is particularly noteworthy for anyone engaged in maritime law, environmental policy, historical research related to the U.S. Coast Guard, or studies concerning the evolution of federal regulations governing waterways. Researchers can now directly consult the specific language and provisions in effect during 1997, enabling a deeper understanding of the historical context and the evolution of these important regulations.
This release underscores the GPO’s dedication to preserving and providing access to the nation’s legal heritage. By making these historical documents readily available, the GPO empowers citizens and professionals alike to engage with the foundational principles that shape our society.
We encourage all interested parties to visit GovInfo.gov to explore this newly released historical volume and the many other valuable government documents available on the platform.
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