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P.L. 110-375, A bill to repeal the provision of title 46, United States Code, requiring a license for employment in the business of salvaging on the coast of Florida
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Comparing revision saved on September 29, 2008, 08:13:22 (webmaster), with revision saved on November 22, 2008, 08:04:41 (webmaster):
S. 2482 would repeal the provision of title 46, United States Code, requiring a license for employment in the business of salvaging on the coast of Florida.
== Detailed Summary ==
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Amends federal shipping law to repeal a provision requiring both a vessel and its master to have a license to engage in the business of salvaging on the coast of Florida.
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== Status of the Legislation ==
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Latest Major Action: 9/27/2008: Cleared for White House.9/29/2008: Presented to President.
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