A bill to implement the provisions of annex V to the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, as modified by the Protocol of 1978.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Feb 19, 1987)
Prohibits the dumping of plastics, food wastes, or other garbage into the waters of the United States, except as specified. Establishes civil penalties for violations and authorizes the use of injunctive relief.
Directs the President to ensure compliance of public vessels with Annex V of the International Convention of Pollution from Ships and with this Act. Requires the Secretary of Transportation to provide refuse disposal facilities at ports and terminals.
What just happenedOct 22, 1987
Subcommittee on Environmental Protection. Approved for full committee consideration an original bill in lieu of this measure.
Who’s behind it
- Oct 22, 1987Committee
Subcommittee on Environmental Protection. Approved for full committee consideration an original bill in lieu of this measure.
Environmental Protection Subcommittee - Sep 17, 1987Committee
Committee on Environment and Public Works Senate Subcommittee on Environmental Protection. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 100-322.
Environmental Protection Subcommittee - Sep 17, 1987Committee
Subcommittee on Environmental Protection. Hearings held.
Environmental Protection Subcommittee - Jul 7, 1987Committee
Subcommittee on Environmental Protection. Hearings held at Asbury Park, NJ. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 100-322.
Environmental Protection Subcommittee - Jun 1, 1987Committee
Subcommittee on Environmental Protection. Hearings held at Narragansett, RI. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 100-322.
Environmental Protection Subcommittee - Feb 19, 1987IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Environment and Public Works Committee - Feb 19, 1987IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate