Top Summary
This bill mandates the Commandant of the Coast Guard to conduct a study on expanding unmanned aircraft system capabilities to certain vessels, submit a report to Congress, and ensure that procured drones support primary Coast Guard duties. It also requires data on ballast water management systems, updates Coast Guard authorization acts, and amends passenger vessel safety regulations to address sexually transmitted disease prevention and crew access to passenger staterooms.
Sub Summaries
- Study on Expanding Unmanned Aircraft System Capabilities to Medium Endurance and Offshore Patrol Cutters
- Amending Title 14 of the United States Code to Regulate Unmanned Aircraft Systems Procurement by the Coast Guard
- Amendment to Title IX of the Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018 Regarding Type Approval Certificates
- Ballast Water Management Data Requirements for Coastal States and Tribes
- Amendments to Passenger Vessel Security and Safety Requirements for STD Prevention and Crew Access Monitoring