HR 2799 · 116th Congress · Transportation and Public Works

Duck Boat Safety Act

Introduced 2019-05-16· Sponsored by Rep. Carson, Andre [D-IN-7]· 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: Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.(2019-05-17)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Duck Boat Safety Act This bill directs the U.S. Coast Guard to implement regulations related to the safety of amphibious passenger vessels. Operators of amphibious passenger vessels are required to provide reserve buoyancy for such vessels through passive means, including watertight compartmentalization, built-in flotation, or other means, to ensure that such vessels remain afloat and upright in the event of flooding, including when carrying a full complement of passengers and crew. The bill sets forth requirements for vessels that are not in compliance with the regulations.…

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