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July 13, 2010

Coast Guard Lifts Media Restrictions in Gulf
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After facing intense criticism, the Coast Guard has lifted its policy
that made it illegal for journalists and photographers to come within 65
feet of any response vessels or booms on the water or on beaches in the
Gulf Of Mexico. Numerous news organizations had argued that being kept
at least 65 feet away from the booms impeded their ability to cover the
spill. Under the revised rules, credentialed journalists will have
unfettered access but members of the general public and uncredentialed
media must still abide by the 65-foot rule.



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