§70302 International Measures for Seaport and Vessel Security

Summary

Congress asks the President to keep working with the International Maritime Organization to make a global deal on seaport and ship security. It also asks each member country to talk with the right private companies and groups in their country before agreeing. The deal would set security rules and could include five types of steps: screening cargo and baggage like at airports; limiting who can get to cargo, ships, and docks; adding security on board ships; requiring licenses or certificates that show security rules are met; and other measures to stop crimes against passengers and crew.