Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act of 2009

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.