HR 14384 · 95th Congress · Transportation and Public Works

Cargo Security Act

Introduced 1978-10-14· Sponsored by Rep. Pickle, J. J. [D-TX-10]· 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 House Committee on Ways and Means.(1978-10-14)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Cargo Security Act - Title I: Cargo Security for Property Being Transported in Interstate and Foreign Commerce - Directs the Secretary of Transportation to establish regulations to assure the safety and security of property under the control of carriers, freight forwarders, or terminal operators subject to the Federal Aviation Act of 1958, the Interstate Commerce Act, or the Shipping Act of 1916 while such property is being transported in interstate or foreign commerce with respect to: (1) proper packaging; (2) proper documentation and labeling; (3) comprehensive and uniform loss reporting; and (4) personnel security. Sets forth civil penalties for the violation of any regulation promulgated by the Secretary pursuant to this Act. Stipulates that orders of the Secretary assessing such a penalty shall be reviewable by the United States Court of Appeals in the circuit in which the violation occurred. Requires the Secretary to submit annual reports to the Congress on the administration of this title. Directs the Secretary to: (1) determine the causes and scope of cargo losses; (2) evaluate cargo theft deterrents; (3) examine insurance liability limitations for carriers; (4) encourage t…

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