S 1954 · 94th Congress · Continental shelf

Outer Continental Shelf Liability Act

Introduced 1975-06-17· Sponsored by Sen. Roth Jr., William V. [R-DE]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Senate Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs.(1975-06-17)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Outer Continental Shelf Liability Act - Imposes strict liability upon oil and gas operations, transportation vessels, or pipelines, in or related to the Outer Continental Shelf for damage from oil and gas discharges. Provides that discharges caused by acts of war, the negligence of the United States, or the negligence of the party seeking damages shall not be subject to a strict liability standard. Requires all holders of leases issued or maintained under the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to establish and maintain evidence of financial responsibility of not less than $100,000,000.…

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Cosponsors (2)

2 Democrats