S. 588: Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act of 2009 (GovTrack.us)

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S. 588:

Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act of 2009

111^th Congress

This is a bill in the U.S. Congress originating in the Senate ("S."). A bill must be passed by both the Senate and House and then be signed by the President before it becomes law.

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A bill to amend title 46, United States Code, to establish requirements to ensure the security and safety of passengers and crew on cruise vessels, and for other purposes.

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Sponsor:

Sen. John Kerry [D-MA]show cosponsors (6)

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Status:

	Introduced	Mar 12, 2009
	Referred to Committee	View Committee Assignments
	Reported by Committee	Jul 8, 2009
	Senate Vote	...
	House Vote	...
	Signed by President	...

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Sep 8, 2009: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 156.

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Jul 7, 2009 9:25 AM - How will this amendment effect the remedies available to Merchant seamen and their families? - Read Answers

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