Federal · Title 46 — Shipping

46 U.S.C. § 70302: International measures for seaport and vessel security

Civil

What this law says, in plain English

This statute establishes international security requirements for seaports and vessels, including cargo screening, access restrictions, and compliance certifications to prevent unlawful acts.

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seaport screening of cargo and baggage similar to that done at airports; security measures to restrict access to cargo, vessels, and dockside property to authorized personnel only; additional security on board vessels; licensing or certification of compliance with appropriate security standards; and other appropriate measures to prevent unlawful acts against passengers and crews on vessels.

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