0
0
0
Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act of 2009
4/7/2025, 2:52 PM
Summary of Bill S 588
Bill 111 s 588, also known as the Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act of 2009, was introduced in the US Congress to address safety and security concerns on cruise ships. The bill aimed to improve the safety and security of passengers and crew members on cruise vessels by implementing various measures.
Some key provisions of the bill included requiring cruise ships to have peepholes in cabin doors, installing security latches and time-sensitive key technology, and implementing video surveillance in certain areas of the ship. The bill also required cruise lines to maintain a log of all crimes that occur on board and report them to the FBI.
Additionally, the bill mandated that cruise ships have medical personnel on board to provide emergency medical care to passengers and crew members. It also required cruise lines to develop and implement procedures for responding to and reporting incidents of missing passengers. Overall, the Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act of 2009 aimed to enhance the safety and security of individuals on cruise ships by implementing various measures to prevent and respond to incidents of crime and emergencies.
Some key provisions of the bill included requiring cruise ships to have peepholes in cabin doors, installing security latches and time-sensitive key technology, and implementing video surveillance in certain areas of the ship. The bill also required cruise lines to maintain a log of all crimes that occur on board and report them to the FBI.
Additionally, the bill mandated that cruise ships have medical personnel on board to provide emergency medical care to passengers and crew members. It also required cruise lines to develop and implement procedures for responding to and reporting incidents of missing passengers. Overall, the Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act of 2009 aimed to enhance the safety and security of individuals on cruise ships by implementing various measures to prevent and respond to incidents of crime and emergencies.
Current Status of Bill S 588
Bill S 588 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 12, 2009. Bill S 588 was introduced during Congress 111 and was introduced to the Senate on March 12, 2009. Bill S 588's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 156. as of September 8, 2009
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 588
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 588
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 588
Latest Bills
Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act of 2025
Bill S 233March 3, 2026
Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act
Bill HR 7396March 3, 2026
A resolution recognizing the importance of career and technical education ("CTE") educators and work-based learning coordinators in delivering high-quality CTE, preparing students for success in the workplace, the classroom, and in life, and supporting dynamic workforce pipelines that enable the United States to grow and lead in critical economic sectors.
Bill SRES 618March 3, 2026
21st Century WIC Act of 2026
Bill S 3842March 3, 2026
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee, as an entity of the United States Postal Service, should issue a commemorative stamp in honor of Charity Adams Earley.
Bill HRES 1077March 3, 2026
Venezuela Oil Proceeds Transparency Act
Bill S 3838March 3, 2026
Stop Price Gouging in Grocery Stores Act of 2026
Bill S 3892March 3, 2026
A resolution designating February 16, 2026, as "National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day".
Bill SRES 619March 3, 2026
Expressing support for the designation of February 21 through February 28, 2026, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National Future Farmers of America (FFA) Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the chartering of the State of Alaska as a State FFA Association.
Bill HRES 1073March 3, 2026
A resolution expressing support for the designation of February 21 through February 28, 2026, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the chartering of the State of Alaska as a State FFA Association.
Bill SRES 622March 3, 2026