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Small Passenger Vessel Liability: New Rules for Compensation

This Act revises laws regarding liability in civil actions for owners of covered small passenger vessels. It aims to provide just compensation in claims and establishes rules for imputing privity or knowledge to the owner before a voyage. The Act requires the Commandant to promulgate rules relating to exoneration and limitation of liability.
Key points
Introduces new definitions for covered small passenger vessels subject to revised liability rules.
Specifies that the privity or knowledge of the master or agent before a voyage is imputed to the owner.
Requires the Commandant to promulgate rules relating to exoneration and limitation of liability within 180 days.
The Act is retroactive, taking effect as if enacted on September 2, 2019.
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Print number: 117_S_2805
Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA]
Process start date: 2021-09-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Small Passenger Vessel Liability Fairness Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2805.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Introduces new definitions for covered small passenger vessels subject to revised liability rules.
  • Specifies that the privity or knowledge of the master or agent before a voyage is imputed to the owner.
  • Requires the Commandant to promulgate rules relating to exoneration and limitation of liability within 180 days.
  • The Act is retroactive, taking effect as if enacted on September 2, 2019.
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. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA].

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 2026-01-02.

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