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Act to Resume Cruise Ship Operations with Improved Safety Measures

This act aims to allow cruise ship operations to resume in the United States by July 4, 2021. It requires a government agency to issue new COVID-19 safety recommendations for ships and lift current prohibitions, potentially impacting travel options and jobs.
Key points
Requires the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) to issue new safety recommendations for cruise ships within 30 days of the act's passage or by June 1, 2021.
Mandates the lifting of current cruise ship operation prohibitions by July 4, 2021.
Establishes a working group including industry stakeholders to help develop the safety recommendations.
Aims to support the tourism industry and related jobs affected by the suspension of cruises.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1105
Sponsor: Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]
Process start date: 2021-04-13