46 USC 53904 - Liability insurance for persons involved in war or defense efforts

U.S Code last checked for updates: May 02, 2024

§ 53904.

Liability insurance for persons involved in war or defense efforts

(a)

In General.—

The Secretary of Transportation may provide insurance under this chapter against legal liability that a person may incur in providing services or facilities for a vessel if, in the opinion of the Secretary, the insurance—

(1)

is required in prosecuting a war or for national defense; and

(2)

cannot be obtained at reasonable rates or on reasonable terms and conditions from approved companies authorized to do insurance business in a State of the United States.

(b)

Limitations.—

Employer liability insurance and worker compensation insurance against legal liability to employees may not be provided under this section.

(Pub. L. 109–304, § 8(c), Oct. 6, 2006, 120 Stat. 1628.)

cite as: 46 USC 53904