H.R. 5197 · 109th Congress

To amend title 49, United States Code, to extend the aviation war risk insurance program.

Stage
In committee
Sponsor
John Mica
Introduced
2006-04-26
Latest action
2006-04-27 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

Summary

Amends federal transportation law to authorize through December 31, 2011, the extension of the Secretary of Transportation's authority to: (1) issue war risk insurance policies to air carriers; and (2) certify that an air carrier is a victim of an act of terrorism and not liable for losses suffered by third parties that exceed $100 million, as well as immunity from punitive damages (with the federal government responsible for any liability above $100 million).