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Cruise Ship Regulations Eased: New Rules for Large Vessels and Crew

This act introduces changes for large cruise ships with over 800 passenger berths. It exempts them from certain requirements for transporting passengers between U.S. ports, which could affect cruise availability and crew employment rules. The aim is to support maritime tourism.
Key points
Large cruise ships (over 800 berths) will be exempt from certain rules for transporting passengers between U.S. ports.
Rules regarding crew citizenship on these vessels will be adjusted, potentially impacting crew composition.
These changes could potentially increase the number of available cruise itineraries within the U.S., including those with foreign port calls.
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Print number: 117_S_2642
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2021-08-05
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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_2642.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-08-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Large cruise ships (over 800 berths) will be exempt from certain rules for transporting passengers between U.S. ports.
  • Rules regarding crew citizenship on these vessels will be adjusted, potentially impacting crew composition.
  • These changes could potentially increase the number of available cruise itineraries within the U.S., including those with foreign port calls.
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.

CATEGORIES

Transport Economy