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Cruise Ship Facilitation: New Rules for Voyages and Crews

This act introduces changes to ease operations for large cruise ships with at least 800 passenger berths. These changes may affect the availability of cruise voyages and the rules for employing crews on these vessels, potentially reducing operational costs for carriers.
Key points
Large cruise ships (800+ berths) are exempt from certain requirements for transporting passengers between U.S. ports, even via a foreign port.
Rules regarding citizenship and Navy Reserve membership for crews on large cruise ships have been adjusted.
Temporary landing permits for foreign crewmen have been simplified, which may streamline their work.
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Print number: 117_S_1998
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2021-06-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Safeguarding American Tourism Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1998.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Large cruise ships (800+ berths) are exempt from certain requirements for transporting passengers between U.S. ports, even via a foreign port.
  • Rules regarding citizenship and Navy Reserve membership for crews on large cruise ships have been adjusted.
  • Temporary landing permits for foreign crewmen have been simplified, which may streamline their work.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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