Summary
The Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2006 authorized funding for the U.S. Coast Guard to maintain its fleet, conduct search and rescue operations, and enhance maritime security. It specifically provided emergency resources to repair facilities and vessels damaged by Hurricane Katrina and established new safety requirements for vessels carrying oil and liquefied natural gas. For citizens, the law improved coastal safety by increasing the liability limits for oil spills, strengthening drug interdiction efforts, and implementing satellite tracking systems to better monitor potential threats in U.S. waters.
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