American Samoa § 20.0203 - Board
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 20.0203 — Board, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20.0203. Board
There is a Board of Marine Inspectors composed of 5 qualified persons, appointed by the Governor of American Samoa, which shall have general superintendence over all vessels and seamen operating in interisland coastwise traffic in American Samoa and adjacent waters. In addition, the Board shall have general superintendence over all boilers and pressure vessels and over all tramways, aerial cables, and all stationary or marine engines. Amendment: 1978 Added sentence relating to superintendence of Board over boilers and pressure vessels, tramways, aerial cables and stationary or marine engines.
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 20.0203
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 20.0203 cover?
Section 20.0203 ("Board") is part of the American Samoa Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of American Samoa. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite American Samoa § 20.0203?
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Is this the official text of American Samoa law?
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