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US Code · Through Public Law 119-103 (09/02/2026)

46 U.S.C. § 30704: Loading, stowage, custody, care, and delivery

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  1. Title 46—SHIPPING
  2. CHAPTER 307—LIABILITY OF WATER CARRIERS

A carrier may not insert in a bill of lading or shipping document a provision avoiding its liability for loss or damage arising from negligence or fault in loading, stowage, custody, care, or proper delivery. Any such provision is void.

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