Public Law 119-88 (05/04/2026)
Chapter 25 Protection of Vessels on the HIGH SEAS and in Territorial Waters of Foreign Countries
Browse 0 units and 12 sections in Chapter 25 Protection of Vessels on the HIGH SEAS and in Territorial Waters of Foreign Countries of Title 22.
Sections in Chapter 25
§ 1971
“Vessel of the United States” defined
§ 1972
Action by Secretary of State upon seizure of vessel by foreign country; preconditions
§ 1973
Reimbursement of owner for any direct charges paid to secure release of vessel and crew
§ 1974
Inapplicability of chapter to certain seizures
§ 1975
Claims for amounts expended because of seizure
§ 1976
Authorization of appropriations
§ 1977
Reimbursement for seized commercial fishermen
§ 1978
Restriction on importation of fishery or wildlife products from countries which violate international fishery or endangered or threatened species programs
§ 1979
Fishermen’s Protective Fund
§ 1980
Compensation for loss or destruction of commercial fishing vessel or gear
§ 1980a
Reimbursement of owner for fee paid to navigate foreign waters if fee inconsistent with international law
§ 1980b
Sanctions for imposition of conditions on U.S. fishing vessel found inconsistent with international law