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US CodeTitle 46Chapter 35§ 3509

§ 3509

Medical standards

46 U.S.C. § 3509.
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The owner of a vessel to which section 3507 applies shall ensure that— ((1)) a physician is always present and available to treat any passengers who may be on board the vessel in the event of an emergency situation; ((2)) the vessel is in compliance with the Health Care Guidelines for Cruise Ship Medical Facilities established by the American College of Emergency Physicians; and ((3)) the initial safety briefing given to the passengers on board the vessel includes— ((A)) the location of the vessel’s medical facilities; and ((B)) the appropriate steps passengers should follow during a medical emergency.

Release: pl-119-73not60 (2026-01-23)

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