§444 Definitions

Summary

Sets the meanings of key words used in this part. Qualified anti-terrorism technology — a product, device, service, or technology made to prevent, detect, identify, deter, or reduce harm from terrorism and labeled that way by the Secretary. Act of terrorism — a harmful, illegal act the Secretary says fits three rules: it is unlawful; it hurts people, property, or entities in the United States (or involves a U.S. airline or U.S.-flag ship even outside the U.S.); and it uses or tries to use tools, weapons, or methods meant to cause mass destruction, injury, or loss. Insurance carrier — any company or legal group that sells commercial property and casualty insurance, including affiliates. Liability insurance — insurance that covers legal responsibility for damage to others’ property, lost income or extra costs from that damage, injury to people other than the insured or its employees, or losses from another’s debt or default. Loss — death, bodily injury, or damage to property, including business interruption. Non-Federal Government customers — customers who are not U.S. government agencies with authority under Public Law 85–804 to promise payment for certain contractor third-party claims; this includes state and local governments and private businesses.