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Bill96th CongressFiled Jul 9, 1979Transportation and Public Works
S. 1458

A bill to further the development and maintenance of an adequate and well-balanced American merchant marine by requiring that certain mail of the United States be carried on vessels of United States registry.

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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jul 9, 1979)

Amends the Merchant Marine Act, 1936, to direct the Postal Service to contract for the use of United States' registered vessels for the transportation of United States mail if such vessel is providing regular service to the destination specified by the Postal Service.

Sets forth the rate to be charged for such transportation.

What just happenedJul 9, 1979

Referred to Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Inouye, Daniel K. [D-HI](D-HI)Sponsor
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  1. Jul 9, 1979IntroReferral

    Referred to Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

    Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
  2. Jul 9, 1979IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate