H.R. 4686 (101st): State Waterways Protection Act

Introduced:
May 01, 1990 (101st Congress, 1989–1990)
Sponsor:
Rep. Douglas Bosco [D-CA1]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This bill was introduced on May 1, 1990, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced May 01, 1990
Cosponsors
2 cosponsors (2D) (show)
Committees

House Merchant Marine and Fisheries

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Full Title

To require that State-licensed pilot operate vessels carrying oil or hazardous material in certain bays.

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5/1/1990--Introduced.
State Waterways Protection Act - Amends Federal law to require that a self-propelled commercial vessel in or entering San Francisco Bay, California, to discharge or receive bulk crude oil or hazardous materials be under the direction and control of a pilot licensed under the laws of the State of the respective body of water. Sets forth criminal penalties for violations.

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