S. 2273 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
A bill to extend the period during which vessels that are shorter than 79 feet in length and fishing vessels are not required to have a permit for discharges incidental to the normal operation of the vessel.
S. 2273 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Dec 21, 2017, sponsored by Dan Sullivan with 1 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Dec 21, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Environmental Protection
- Public law
- Public Law 115-100
What it does
(Sec.1)This bill extends through January 19, 2018, the exemption for fishing vessels and other vessels that are shorter than 79 feet in length from National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permitting requirements for any discharge: (1)of effluent from properly functioning marine engines; (2) of laundry, shower, and galley sink wastes; or (3) that is incidental to the normal operation of the vessel.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Dan Sullivan (R-AK). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedDec 21, 2017
- Passed the SenateDec 21, 2017
- Passed the HouseDec 22, 2017
- Sent to the PresidentJan 3, 2018
- Became lawJan 3, 2018
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-100. (Jan 3, 2018)
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