Cruise Passenger Protection Act of 2025

# Cruise Passenger Protection Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Cruise Passenger Protection Act of 2025 would establish new federal regulations to protect passengers on cruise ships. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, cruise passenger protection bills typically address consumer rights such as compensation for service failures, clearer disclosure of contract terms, accessibility standards, health and safety protocols, and procedures for handling passenger complaints and disputes. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily impact cruise ship passengers, cruise line companies operating in U.S. waters or carrying American passengers, and potentially travel agencies that sell cruise packages. It could also affect cruise industry workers and port communities. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (HR 4857) is in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.

It was introduced by Representative Doris Matsui (D-California) in the 119th Congress. For the bill to become law, it would need to pass through committee review, receive a House vote, pass the Senate, and be signed by the President. *Note: Full details of specific provisions are not available in the basic bill information provided. For complete details, you can review the full text on Congress.gov.*.