Cruise Ship Pollution : Background, Laws and Regulations, and Key Issues

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Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

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Examines regulatory and other issues relating to cruise ship pollution. Describes waste streams created by cruise ships, and summarizes laws and regulations applicable to cruise ship pollution, inc...

Examines regulatory and other issues relating to cruise ship pollution. Describes waste streams created by cruise ships, and summarizes laws and regulations applicable to cruise ship pollution, including the international legal regime; domestic laws and regulations covering sewage, hazardous and solid wastes, air pollution and other pollutants; Federal and State laws regarding cruise ship operations in Alaskan waters; and other related State and industry initiatives. Also discusses various cruise ship pollution policy issues, including research, oversight, and enforcement.

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