Protecting our Shores from Oil Spills – Operational Procedures and Ship Designs

The purpose of this hearing is to evaluate operational incidents associated with oil spills. The Subcommittee will examine non-tank vessel fuel tank design, the Coast Guard’s Vessel Traffic System (VTS), and the U.S. vessel pilot system.

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Majority Statement

  • Frank R. Lautenberg

    Senator

Minority Statement

  • Ted Stevens

    Senator

Testimony

Witness Panel 2

  • Captain Ed Page U.S. Coast Guard (Retired)

    President
    Marine Exchange of Alaska
  • Mr. Paul Kirchner

    Executive Director and General Counsel
    American Pilots Association
  • Dr. Kirsi Tikka

    Vice President, Global Technology and Business Development
    American Bureau of Shipping