summary
Introduced
05/22/2019
05/22/2019
In Committee
05/23/2019
05/23/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To amend title 46, United States Code, to prohibit causing the beam of a laser pointer to strike a vessel operating on the navigable waters of the United States, and for other purposes. This bill prohibits causing the beam of a laser pointer to strike a vessel operating on the waters of the United States unless it involves the Department of Defense or the Department of Homeland Security acting in an official capacity for the purpose of research, development, operations, testing, or training.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the Boater Protection from Laser Pointers Act, prohibits causing the beam of a laser pointer to strike a vessel operating on the navigable waters of the United States, unless it involves the Department of Defense or the Department of Homeland Security acting in an official capacity for research, development, operations, testing, or training purposes. The bill defines a "laser pointer" as any device designed or used to amplify electromagnetic radiation by stimulated emission that emits a beam intended to be used by the operator as a pointer or highlighter.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation. (on 05/23/2019)
Official Document
bill text
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/2893/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr2893/BILLS-116hr2893ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr2893/BILLS-116hr2893ih.pdf.pdf |
Loading...