HR 1046 · 100th Congress · Environmental Protection

Tributyltin-Based Antifouling Paint Control Act of 1987

Introduced 1987-02-09· Sponsored by Rep. Bateman, Herbert H. [R-VA-1]· House

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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Subcommittee Hearings Held.(1987-07-08)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Tributyltin-Based Antifouling Paint Control Act of 1987 - Prohibits the use of paints containing tributyltin as an antifouling paint for painting any vessel if such paints have a steady-state release rate above a certain level. Defines "vessel" as any ship, boat, watercraft, or other marine structure. Establishes civil penalties for violations of this Act.…

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Cosponsors (1)

1 Democrat
Rep. McMillen, Thomas [D-MD-4]MD