A bill to revise the laws regarding the transportation of government cargoes in United States-flag vessels.
Government-Impelled Cargo Act of 1983 - Requires that all waterborne cargo affecting the national security of the United States be transported in U.S.-flag vessels. Requires that 50 percent of such vessels' cargo be non-security related. Requires that at least 10 percent of all cargo subject to this Act be routed to each of the four coasts (Atlantic, Pacific, Gulf, and Great Lakes). Makes certain exceptions when no U.S.-flag vessel is available at competitive rates, and when a declared emergency exists.
Sets forth directives for agency compliance with this Act and repeals specified laws to conform to its provisions.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to House Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries.
Executive Comment Requested from DOT, Commerce, State, DOE, USDA, DOD, GSA, USTR.
Referred to Subcommittee on Merchant Marine.
Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Unfavorable Executive Comment Received From USDA.
Unfavorable Executive Comment Received From State.
Unfavorable Executive Comment Received From GSA.
Unfavorable Executive Comment Received From DOE.
Executive Comment Received From AID.
Unfavorable Executive Comment Received From DOE.
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