HR 5197 · 109th Congress · Transportation and Public Works

To amend title 49, United States Code, to extend the aviation war risk insurance program.

Introduced 2006-04-26· Sponsored by Rep. Mica, John L. [R-FL-7]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
2
Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.(2006-04-27)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Amends federal transportation law to authorize through December 31, 2011, the extension of the Secretary of Transportation's authority to: (1) issue war risk insurance policies to air carriers; and (2) certify that an air carrier is a victim of an act of terrorism and not liable for losses suffered by third parties that exceed $100 million, as well as immunity from punitive damages (with the federal government responsible for any liability above $100 million).…

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