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United States · United States Congress · 8 February 1979
Authorizes bank protection activities along the Rio Grande River in Starr County, Texas in accordance with: (1) specifications established by the U.S.-Mexico International Boundary and Water Commission; and (2) conditions generally applicable to the Rio Grande bank protection project.
United States · United States Congress · 8 February 1979
Panama Canal Modernization Act - Authorizes the Governor of the Canal Zone, under the supervision of the Secretary of the Army, to increase the capacity and improve the operations of the Panama Canal (Third Locks project). Permits the Governor to utilize the services and facilities of the Panama Canal Company to carry out this Act. Establishes a Panama Canal Advisory and Inspection Board to study and review all plans and designs for the Third Locks project and to inspect the construction of such project. Prohibits any construction to begin or modifications to be made without the prior approval of the Board. Requires the Board to report annually to the President and Congress. Stipulates that this Act: (1) will not take effect until Congress is notified that the President will take no further actions for the surrender of the Canal Zone and Panama Canal to Panama; and (2) will remain effective only as long as U.S. rights, pursuant to the 1903, 1936, and 1955 treaties with Panama, remain unaltered. Provides for the repayment to the United States of funds expended under this Act through the toll rates.
United States · United States Congress · 8 February 1979
Expresses the disapproval of the House of Representatives with respect to the Secretary of Transportation's recommendations designating the basic route system for the National Railroad Passenger Corporation as submitted to the Congress on January 31, 1979.
United States · United States Congress · 8 February 1979
Expresses the disapproval of the House of Representatives with respect to the Secretary of Transportation's recommendations designating the basic route system for the National Railroad Passenger Corporation.
United States · United States Congress · 8 February 1979
Expresses the disapproval of the House of Representatives with respect to the Secretary of Transportation's recommendations designating the basic route system for the National Railroad Passenger Corporation as submitted to the Congress on January 31, 1979.
United States · United States Congress · 8 February 1979
Expresses the disapproval of the House of Representatives with respect to the Secretary of Transportation's recommendations designating the basic route system of Amtrak, the National Railroad Passenger Corporation, as submitted to the Congress.
United States · United States Congress · 7 February 1979
Expresses the disapproval of the Senate with respect to the Secretary of Transportation's recommendations designating the basic route system for the National Railroad Passenger Corporation which were submitted to the Congress on January 31, 1979.
United States · United States Congress · 6 February 1979
Federal Highway Beautification Assistance Act - Amends the Highway Beautification Act of 1965 to assist states in the control of outdoor advertising in areas adjacent to the Interstate System and the primary system. Permits each State to establish its own statewide system to control outdoor advertising. Eliminates the ten percent reduction in Federal highway funds to be appropriated to such State for failure to provide for such effective control. Increases from 75 to 80 percent the Federal share of acquisition costs incurred by the State in compensating the owner of previously lawful signs, displays, or devices. Increases from 75 to 80 percent the Federal share of acquisition costs incurred by the State in compensating the owner of real property on which such signs, displays, or devices are located.
United States · United States Congress · 6 February 1979
Amends the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1973 to increase the authorization for appropriations for reconstruction of the Alaska Highway.
United States · United States Congress · 5 February 1979
Expresses the disapproval of the Senate regarding the Secretary of Transportation's proposal to terminate railroad service on the "Montrealer" and requests the Secretary to withdraw such proposal. Directs the Secretary to report to the Senate on ways to make the "Montrealer" more efficient.
United States · United States Congress · 5 February 1979
Provides that, where the death of a qualified veteran occurs in a State home, the Administrator of Veterans' Affairs shall pay the actual cost (not to exceed $300) of the burial and funeral, and shall transport the body to the place of burial in the same or any other State.
United States · United States Congress · 5 February 1979
Expresses the disapproval of the House of Representatives with respect to the Secretary of Transportation's recommendations designating the basic route system for the National Railroad Passenger Corporation.
United States · United States Congress · 1 February 1979
Repeals the 55 mile per hour national maximum speed limit.
United States · United States Congress · 1 February 1979
Expresses the disapproval of the Senate with respect to the Secretary of Transportation's recommendations designating the basic route system for the National Railroad Passenger Corporation which were submitted to the Congress on January 31, 1979.
United States · United States Congress · 1 February 1979
National Capital Transportation Amendments of 1979 - Amends the National Capital Transportation Act of 1969 to authorize the Secretary of Transportation to make additional contributions to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority to partially finance the cost of construction of the Adopted Regional System. Imposes limitations and conditions upon the use of such contributions. Authorizes appropriations to carry out the purposes of this Act. Eliminates the authorizations ceiling for both Federal and District of Columbia contributions to the System. Requires the Transit Authority to establish a sinking fund for the accumulation of assets for payment of principal and interest on bonds issued by the Transit Authority. Establishes the percentage of contributions to be made by the Secretary and the local participating governments to this fund. Makes additional and technical changes in such Act to conform with the amendments made by this Act.
United States · United States Congress · 1 February 1979
Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958, to require the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to establish, by rule, criteria to be used in determining the air navigation facilities and personnel authorized to be provided an airport under this Act. Permits variation from such criteria if required by safety conditions. Requires the Administrator to transmit a statement with respect to such rule to the Senate and the House of Representatives for approval before prescribing any rule. Prohibits the Administrator from prescribing any rule which is disapproved. Makes this authority subject to the provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act.
United States · United States Congress · 1 February 1979
Expresses the disapproval of the House of Representatives with respect to the Secretary of Transportation's recommendations designating the basic Amtrak route system for the National Railroad Passenger Corporation which were submitted to the Congress on January 31, 1978.
United States · United States Congress · 31 January 1979
Amends the Tank Vessel Act, differentiating the minimum safety standards required for the design, construction, alteration, and repair of self-propelled and non-self-propelled vessels covered by such Act. Requires such non-self-propelled vessels to be equipped with full double hulls.
United States · United States Congress · 31 January 1979
Amends the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966, authorizing the Secretary of Transportation to require public notice by manufacturers of tire defects should he determine it necessary in the interest of motor vehicle safety. Stipulates under what conditions such notice may be required for any defects occurring before the date of enactment of this Act.
United States · United States Congress · 31 January 1979
Amends the Shipping Act, 1916, to expand the jurisdiction of the Federal Maritime Commission to include complaints against shippers, consignors, and consignees. Makes such shippers, consignors, and consignees subject to the rates and charges specified in applicable tariffs on file with the Commission for the transport of property by water.
United States · United States Congress · 31 January 1979
Amends provisions of existing law relating to the inspection of ferryboats, canal boats, and small craft to eliminate the exception for open steam launches of ten gross tons and under which permitted one duly qualified person to serve in the double capacity of pilot and engineer. Subjects specified non-fishing vessels above 15 gross tons to the manning and personnel qualification regulations promulgated by the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating. Expands the scope of the authority of the Secretary for licensing and classifying mates, engineers, pilots, and other employees of specified vessels, and increases from $100 to $500 per offense the civil penalty for employment of unlicensed personnel. Redefines the term "passenger-carrying vessel" for purposes of such laws.
United States · United States Congress · 31 January 1979
Amends the special bridge replacement program (23 U.S.C. 144), to make highway bridge projects costing more than $1,000,000 in those States receiving minimum apportionments of Federal funds under such program eligible for Federal aid under the discretionary part of the program.
United States · United States Congress · 29 January 1979
Amends the Shipping Act, 1916, to stipulate that a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory or possession of the United States shall be deemed a "citizen of the United States" for purposes of such Act.
United States · United States Congress · 29 January 1979
Amends the Act authorizing a highway bridge replacement and rehabilitation program to include bridges costing more than $1,000,000 to replace or rehabilitate located in States receiving the minimum apportionment within the Secretary of Transportation's discretionary aid program.
United States · United States Congress · 29 January 1979
Bikeway Transportation Act of 1979 - Authorizes the Secretary of Transportation to make grants to States and municipalities to cover 80 percent of the costs of bikeway construction projects in urbanized areas or which connect such areas with parks, seashores, or recreational areas. Requires such bikeway projects to be in accordance with a continuing comprehensive transportation planning process carried on cooperatively by State and local communities. Directs the Secretary to establish construction standards for such bikeway projects. Authorizes appropriations out of the Highway Trust Fund and other moneys in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated.
United States · United States Congress · 25 January 1979
Directs the Governor of the Canal Zone to construct: (1) a bridge across the Atlantic sea level portion of the Panama Canal; (2) a bridge across the Charges River in the Canal Zone; and (3) the necessary roads to provide appropriate highway connections for each bridge. Authorizes the use of the Panama Canal Company's services and facilities.
United States · United States Congress · 25 January 1979
Amends the Flood Control Act of 1937 to increase to $10,000,000 the amount of flood control funds available for making channel improvements. Increases to $500,000 the amount that may be spent on any single tributary.
United States · United States Congress · 25 January 1979
Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to issue permits to foreign-flag vessels to carry passengers between ports on the east and gulf coasts of the United States and Puerto Rico until such time as the Secretary determines that there is sufficient passenger service on United States vessels between such ports.
United States · United States Congress · 24 January 1979
Transportation Users Equity Act of 1979 - Directs the Secretary of the Army to promulgate regulations establishing a user charge for shallow-draft cargo vessels for the use by such vessel of any navigation project on any inland or intracoastal waterway of the United States. Stipulates that such charges shall be structured to recover 25 percent of the Federal costs of the operation and maintenance of all navigation projects maintained by the Secretary five years after the enactment of this Act and that in five years such charges shall be structured to recover 25 percent of the Federal costs of the construction and rehabilitation of such navigation projects. Sets forth the methods by which such user charges may be collected. Establishes civil penalties for owners or operators of shallow-draft cargo vessels who fail to pay such charges.
United States · United States Congress · 24 January 1979
Railroad Right-of-Way Improvement Act of 1979 - Authorizes the Secretary of Transportation to provide financial assistance during times of high unemployment for the purpose of providing employment for unemployed and underemployed persons in jobs maintaining or rebuilding railroad rights-of-way. Authorizes appropriations in such amounts as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this Act. Requires such funds to be expended only for wages and employment benefits. Prohibits further obligation of such funds unless the rate of national unemployment (seasonally adjusted) has receded below six per cent for three consecutive months. Requires that applications for financial assistance for railroad right-of-way employment programs contain specified assurances. Directs the Secretary to transmit to Congress at least annually a detailed report setting forth the activities conducted under this Act.
United States · United States Congress · 24 January 1979
Amends the National Trail System Act to authorize the Secretaries of the Interior, Agriculture, and Transportation to conduct feasibility studies for the establishment of national scenic bicycle trails. Specifies the following routes to be studied: (1) United States Highway Number One from Maine to Florida; (2) United States Highway Number 30 from New Jersey to Oregon; and (3) United States Highway Number 101 from Washington State to California.
United States · United States Congress · 23 January 1979
Shipping Act Amendments of 1979 - Amends the Shipping Act, 1916, to increase the fine for engaging in rebating and rate discrimination. Increases the fine for tariff violations. Requires the chief executive officer of every common carrier by water in foreign commerce to file periodically a written certification, under oath, with the Federal Maritime Commission, attesting to a policy prohibiting illegal rebating and efforts made to enforce such policy. Authorizes the Commission to require such certification by any other person subject to this Act. Empowers the Commission to institute adjudicatory investigations into possible violations of rebating prohibitions. Increases the Commission's authority to include orders for the payment of money for specified shipping violations.
United States · United States Congress · 23 January 1979
Amends the Merchant Marine Act, 1936, to qualify vessels engaging in the domestic commerce for the capital construction fund under such Act.
United States · United States Congress · 23 January 1979
Amends the Merchant Marine Act, 1936, to direct the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of the Navy to meet at least quarterly with representatives of the maritime industry and to submit annual reports to the President and the Congress regarding their activities and recommendations in establishing an adequate and well-balanced merchant fleet.
United States · United States Congress · 23 January 1979
Amends the Federal Railroad Safety Act of 1970 to direct the Secretary of Transportation to issue regulations and standards requiring that the windows in the locomotive and rear car of all passenger, freight, and commuter trains be bulletproof and to require that such cars be equipped with temperature controlling equipment.
United States · United States Congress · 22 January 1979
Vessel Documentation Act - Requires the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating to designate ports of documentation in the United States where vessels may be documented. Describes the vessels which shall be eligible for documentation. Stipulates that eligibility shall be based upon weight (minimum of five tons) and ownership by a citizen of the United States, or the Government of the United States or a political subdivision thereof. Authorizes the Secretary to prescribe the form of filing, the manner of filing, and the information to be contained in applications for certificates of documentation. Requires the Secretary to maintain a numbering system for the identification of documented vessels. Stipulates that a certificate of documentation issued under this Act is: (1) conclusive evidence of nationality for international purposes, but not in any proceeding conducted under the laws of the United States; (2) evidence of qualification to be employed in a specified trade; and (3) not conclusive evidence of ownership in any proceeding in which ownership is in issue. Authorizes the issuance of a registry for any vessel which is eligible for documentation. Allows the issuance of a coastwise license or an appropriately endorsed registry for any vessel which: (1) is eligible for documentation; (2) was built in the United States; and (3) qualifies under laws of the United States to be employed in the coastwise trade. Stipulates that vessels receiving such a license may be employed in coastwise trade and the fisheries. Establishes similar requirements for the issuance of Great Lakes licenses, fishery licenses, and pleasure vessel licenses. Prohibits the employment of a documented vessel in any trade other than a trade covered by the certificate of documentation. Stipulates that whenever the owner of a vessel knowingly falsifies or conceals a material fact, or makes a false representation in connection with the documentation of a vessel under this Act, in addition to any other penalty provided by law, that vessel, together with its equipment, is liable to seizure by, and forfeiture to, the United States. Authorizes the Secretary and the Secretary of State to provide for the issuance of a provisional registry for any vessel procured outside the United States which meets the ownership requirements of this Act. Directs the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating to publish periodically a list of all documented vessels. Authorizes the Secretary to require owners and masters of documented vessels to submit reports to insure compliance with this Act. Prescribes a civil penalty of $500 for each violation of this Act. Repeals specified shipping laws so as to conform with this Act.
United States · United States Congress · 22 January 1979
Tonnage Measurement Simplification Act - Transfers from the Secretary of the Treasury to the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, responsibility for measuring vessels by tonnage before such vessels may be documented. Requires that a vessel be measured if it engages in international voyage by sea, or it is at least 24 meters in length and is self-propelled. Stipulates that a vessel not required to be measured by this Act may be measured if requested by the owner. Specifies instances in which remeasurement shall be required. Stipulates that a vessel measured prior to the effective date of this Act shall be considered as having been measured as required by this Act.
United States · United States Congress · 22 January 1979
Stipulates that civilian air traffic controllers of the Department of Defense shall be treated the same as air traffic controllers of the Department of Transportation for purposes of retirement. Permits the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of Defense to jointly prescribe regulations and make determinations relating to the definition, training, involuntary separation for retirement, and mandatory separation of air traffic controllers employed by the Department of Transportation and the Department of Defense.
United States · United States Congress · 22 January 1979
Stipulates that any abandoned historic shipwreck (over 100 years old) which is located on the outer Continental Shelf or on lands beneath navigable waters within the boundaries of a State shall belong to the United States. Directs the Secretary of the Interior to provide for the location, salvage, restoration, and preservation of such ships to the extent and in the manner the Secretary deems advisable. Authorizes a State to acquire shipwrecks lying beneath the navigable waters within the boundaries of such State if it has developed a plan for the location, protection, salvage, and restoration of such wrecks which meets the requirements set forth in this Act. Limits the power of a State to so acquire a right, title, or interest in any shipwreck from the United States should the Secretary order or contract for its salvage before such a plan is adopted. Permits the modification of a State plan with the approval of the Secretary. Prohibits the Secretary of the Army from exercising his authority to break up, remove, sell, or otherwise dispose of such vessels without the prior approval of the Secretary of the Interior. Provides civil penalties for individuals found to be in violation of this Act. Terminates all right, title, and interest of a State in and to each shipwreck acquired by that State pursuant to this Act should the Secretary determine that State is not in compliance with its plan. Empowers the Secretary to promulgate such rules as he considers advisable to carry out the provisions of this Act.
United States · United States Congress · 18 January 1979
Amends the River and Harbor Act of 1962 to authorize the Secretary of the Army, through the Chief of Engineers, to pay the city of Virginia Beach, Virginia, for certain remedial work the city did as a result of the navigation project for Lynnhaven Inlet, Bay, and connecting waters, Virginia.
United States · United States Congress · 18 January 1979
Prohibits vessels transporting Alaskan oil to any port in California which is east or south of the Santa Barbara Channel Islands of San Miguel, Santa Rosa, Santa Cruz, and Anacapa from using any route passing through the territorial or international waters which lie between such islands and the coast of California. Sets forth criminal penalties for violations of this Act.
United States · United States Congress · 18 January 1979
Modifies the Galveston Channel, Texas, navigation project to provide that non-Federal interests contribute 25 percent of the costs for disposal sites. Authorizes the Secretary of the Army to waive such non-Federal contribution upon a finding by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency that: (1) the State, political subdivisions, and industrial concerns are participating in an approved plan for waste treatment facilities; and (2) applicable water quality standards are not being violated.
United States · United States Congress · 18 January 1979
Directs the Secretary of Transportation to compile and make available to the States information on motor vehicle safety devices (including passive restraint devices). Stipulates that such information shall include statistical data on injuries resulting from accidents and the differences, if any, in the severity of such injuries based on the use or nonuse of such safety devices. Authorizes the Secretary to make incentive grants to the States which utilize such information as part of their procedures in issuing motor vehicle operating permits.
United States · United States Congress · 15 January 1979
Prohibits the operation of commercial supersonic aircraft over the navigable airspace of the United States until: (1) the Congress, by law, approves findings by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency that the operation of such aircraft will not have a detrimental effect on persons on the ground or the environment; and (2) the Secretary of Transportation has submitted findings to the Congress that such aircraft meets specified noise and safety standards. Requires such aircraft to meet the same noise, environmental, and safety standards as those already established for other commercial aircraft.
United States · United States Congress · 15 January 1979
Amends the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act of 1975 to prohibit the Secretary of Transportation from permitting the transportation of any radioactive material through or into an area with a population density greater than 12,000 persons per square mile, except where such material is to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment or during a national emergency.
United States · United States Congress · 15 January 1979
Loading - Unloading Act of 1979 - Amends the Interstate Commerce Act to stipulate that a motor carrier's duty to provide safe and adequate service shall not be construed to require a carrier to either load or unload perishable goods or goods exempt from such Act. Stipulates that motor carriers' tariffs may specify that the consignor shall load and unload shipments of exempt or perishable goods. Makes it a felony for persons engaged in loading and unloading perishable or exempt commodities to knowingly issue to the driver or carrier receipts for charges which contain false, fraudulent, or deceptive information regarding the identity of individuals performing such services. Makes it a felony for persons engaged in the operation of warehouses, parks, terminals, or distribution centers to knowingly permit any robbery, extortion, or extortionate practice in which drivers or carriers of transported property are subjected to threats of violence, physical damage, or undue delays with respect to the loading or unloading of any goods in facilities under their control.
United States · United States Congress · 15 January 1979
Authorizes the Secretary of Transportation to approve projects for the repair of public roads which have incurred a substantial increase in use as a result of transportation activities to meet national energy requirements and which shall continue to incur such use. Stipulates that the Federal share of such a project shall be 80 percent of its cost. Authorizes appropriations of $50,000,000 out of the Highway Trust Fund for each of the fiscal years 1979 through 1982 for such purpose.
United States · United States Congress · 15 January 1979
Cargo Security Act of 1979 - Title I: Cargo Security for Property Being Transported in Interstate and Foreign Commerce - Directs the Secretary of Transportation to establish regulations to assure the safety and security of property under the control of carriers, freight forwarders, or terminal operators subject to the Federal Aviation Act of 1958, the Interstate Commerce Act, or the Shipping Act of 1916 while such property is being transported in interstate or foreign commerce with respect to: (1) proper packaging; (2) proper documentation and labeling; (3) comprehensive and uniform loss reporting; and (4) personnel security. Sets forth civil penalties for the violation of any regulation promulgated by the Secretary pursuant to this Act. Stipulates that orders of the Secretary assessing such a penalty shall be reviewable by the United States Court of Appeals in the circuit in which the violation occurred. Requires the Secretary to submit annual reports to the Congress on the administration of this title. Directs the Secretary to: (1) determine the causes and scope of cargo losses; (2) evaluate cargo theft deterrents; (3) examine insurance liability limitations for carriers; (4) encourage the development of crime prevention technology; (5) study the feasibility of Federal licensing or identification systems; and (6) publicize information concerning cargo security problems and measures designed to eliminate such problems. Sets forth criminal penalties for any individual who, without authority, affixes recognized security seals to goods in interstate or foreign commerce, or who, without authority, willfully removes, breaks, or defaces such a seal. Sets forth criminal penalties for individuals who, without authority, enter into any warehouse, designated storage area, or vehicle containing goods moving in interstate or foreign commerce. Sets forth criminal penalties for knowingly making false statements in making application for employment with common carriers, freight forwarders or terminal operators. Title II: Customs Port Security - Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to issue security and safety regulations to protect cargo at any ports of entry while such cargo is under the control of: (1) any carrier subject to the Federal Aviation Act of 1958, the Interstate Commerce Act, or the Shipping Act of 1916; or (2) any terminal operator. Sets forth civil penalties for violating such regulations. Makes such penalties assessed by the Secretary reviewable by the United States Court of Appeals in which the violation occurred. Requires the Secretary to submit annual reports to the Congress on the administration of this title. Sets forth criminal penalties for the unlawful affixing, removal, breaking, or defacing of customs seals. Sets forth criminal penalties for the malicious entering of any bonded warehouse, vessel, or vehicle containing bonded merchandise or baggage with intent to unlawfully remove such merchandise or baggage. Sets forth criminal penalties for the removal of such merchandise or baggage. Title III: Interagency Council on Cargo Security - Establishes an Interagency Council on Cargo Security to identify and coordinate Federal department and agency actions relating to cargo security.
United States · United States Congress · 15 January 1979
Authorizes the Governors of the various States to designate areas as energy impact road areas if: (1) energy resource development is occurring in the area; (2) a substantial amount of such energy will not be consumed in such area; and (3) without assistance there will be an immediate or long range deterioration in the physical condition and safety of Federal-aid primary and secondary roads within the area. Authorizes the Secretary of Transportation to approve repair projects for such roads. Authorizes appropriations of $100,000,000 out of the Highway Trust Fund for each of the fiscal years 1980 and 1981 to carry out such energy impact road rehabilitation program. Stipulates that the Federal share of such a project shall be 70 percent of its cost.
United States · United States Congress · 15 January 1979
Amends the River and Harbor Act of 1962 to terminate the navigation project on the Illinois Waterway, Illinois and Indiana.