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§116 Vessel of the United States

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"Vessel of the United States" means a vessel under chapter 121 (or exempt under 12102(c)), chapter 123, or a State title.

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Title 46, §116

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In this title, the term “vessel of the United States” means a vessel documented under chapter 121 of this title (or exempt from documentation under section 12102(c) of this title), numbered under chapter 123 of this title, or titled under the law of a State.

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Revised SectionSource (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large) 11646:2101(46).

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46 U.S.C. § 116

Title 46, Shipping

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Aug 21, 2026

Release point: 119-102