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Hammers' Law: Non-Pecuniary Damages for Cruise Ship Voyages

Hammers' Law allows for claims of non-pecuniary damages, such as loss of care, comfort, and companionship, in cases of cruise ship accidents. This means individuals harmed during cruises can seek a broader range of compensation, enhancing their legal protection.
Key points
Expands the ability to claim non-pecuniary damages (e.g., pain, suffering, loss of companionship) in cruise ship accidents.
Defines a cruise ship as a vessel carrying at least 250 passengers with sleeping facilities, embarking or disembarking in the U.S., and not a government or coastal vessel.
Increases legal protection for cruise ship passengers in the event of unfortunate incidents.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4034
Sponsor: Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE]
Process start date: 2022-04-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Hammers' Law

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4034.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-04-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expands the ability to claim non-pecuniary damages (e.g., pain, suffering, loss of companionship) in cruise ship accidents.
  • Defines a cruise ship as a vessel carrying at least 250 passengers with sleeping facilities, embarking or disembarking in the U.S., and not a government or coastal vessel.
  • Increases legal protection for cruise ship passengers in the event of unfortunate incidents.
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. Fischer, Deb [R-NE].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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