legislation: 104-hr-4010

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104-hr-4010 104 hr 4010 Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Removal Act of 1995 Transportation and Public Works 1996-08-02 1996-08-15 Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation. House Rep. Stark, Fortney Pete [D-CA-13] CA D S000810 0 Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Removal Act of 1995 - Prohibits the owner or operator of a vessel from abandoning it on U.S. navigable waters. Sets forth a civil penalty for unlawful abandonment. Authorizes the Secretary of the Army, in cooperation with the Commandant of the Coast Guard, to remove an abandoned vessel provided certain conditions are met. Makes an owner or operator of an abandoned vessel liable for all expenses incurred by the United States for its removal. Provides for the contracting out of removal activities. Shields the contractor from liability for damages during removal, except in cases of gross negligence, willful misconduct, personal injury, or wrongful death. Authorizes appropriations. 2025-08-21T20:14:10Z  

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