HR 3969 · 102th Congress · Transportation and Public Works

Vessel Safe Navigation and Marine Environment Protection Act of 1991

Introduced 1991-11-26· Sponsored by Rep. Hochbrueckner, George J. [D-NY-1]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Unfavorable Executive Comment Received from DOT.(1992-05-01)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Vessel Safe Navigation and Marine Environment Protection Act of 1991 - Requires that certain vessels used for transporting oil or hazardous material, including towing vessels, have an integrated navigation system incorporating specified minimum elements. Requires all work to bring a U.S.-documented vessel into compliance to be performed in the United States using equipment manufactured in the United States. Sets forth penalties, including in rem liability. Allows injunctions and denial of entry.…

Summarized by Claude AI · Non-partisan · For informational purposes only

Cosponsors (1)

1 Republican