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H.R. 2830

Section 719. Seamen’s Shore Side Access

Each facility security plan approved under section 70103 (3) of title 46, United Sates Code, shall provide a system for seamen assigned to a vessel at that facility, pilots, and representatives of seaman’s welfare and labor organizations to board and depart the vessel through the facility in a timely manner at no cost to the individual.

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Crew changes and/or grub shopping should not be hindered by the cost of access through an oil terminal.

Are you having problems with access through port facilities?
If so, contact your union office at (718) 727-5675 or email us at soravets@umdlocal333.com.
Please submit the name of the facility and its location. We will submit a report to the Coast Guard.
President William Harrigan

Updated November 3, 2008

Regarding new standards for Coast Guard Physicals