§ 8904. Towing vessels

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(a)A towing vessel that is at least 26 feet in length measured from end to end over the deck (excluding sheer), shall be operated by an individual licensed by the Secretary to operate that type of vessel in the particular geographic area, under prescribed regulations.

(b)A vessel that tows a disabled vessel for consideration shall be operated by an individual licensed by the Secretary to operate that type of vessel in the particular geographic area, under prescribed regulations.

(c)The Secretary may prescribe by regulation requirements for maximum hours of service (including recording and recordkeeping of that service) of individuals engaged on a towing vessel that is at least 26 feet in length measured from end to end over the deck (excluding the sheer).

(Pub. L. 98–89, Aug. 26, 1983, 97 Stat. 555; Pub. L. 99–640, § 12(a), Nov. 10, 1986, 100 Stat. 3550; Pub. L. 108–293, title IV, § 409(a), Aug. 9, 2004, 118 Stat. 1044.)

Section 8904 requires that a 26-foot or larger towing vessel be operated by a licensed individual for that type of vessel and for a particular geographic area.

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Pub. L. 98–89
97 Stat. 555
Pub. L. 99–640, § 12(a)
100 Stat. 3550
Pub. L. 108–293, title IV, § 409(a)
118 Stat. 1044
Pub. L. 108–293
Pub. L. 99–640
Pub. L. 99–640, § 12(b)
100 Stat. 3551
Pub. L. 108–293, title IV, § 409(b)
118 Stat. 1045

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§ 8904

Towing vessels

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Pub. L.Pub. L. 98–89

Stat.97 Stat. 555

Pub. L.Pub. L. 99–640, § 12(a)

Stat.100 Stat. 3550

Pub. L.Pub. L. 108–293, title IV, § 409(a)

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