50.203 General
Source: FAR 50.203 on acquisition.gov
The SAFETY Act provides liability protections to encourage the development and use of anti-terrorism technologies, supporting risk management for sellers and suppliers.
Overview
FAR 50.203 outlines the general provisions of the SAFETY Act, enacted as part of the Homeland Security Act of 2002. The SAFETY Act is designed to encourage the development and deployment of anti-terrorism technologies by providing liability protections to sellers and others in the supply chain of Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technologies (QATTs). These protections help manage the risks and potential litigation associated with acts of terrorism. The section also clarifies that the SAFETY Act’s liability protections are intended to complement those provided under the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act of 2002. For further guidance or questions, contractors are directed to the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of SAFETY Act Implementation (OSAI), with additional resources and certifications available at the SAFETY Act website.
(a) As part of the Homeland Security Act of 2002, Pub. L. 107-296, Congress enacted the SAFETY Act to-
(1) Encourage the development and use of anti-terrorism technologies that will enhance the protection of the nation; and
(2) Provide risk management and litigation management protections for sellers of QATTs and others in the supply and distribution chain.
(b) The SAFETY Act’s liability protections are complementary to the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act of 2002.
(c) Questions concerning the SAFETY Act may be directed to DHS Office of SAFETY Act Implementation (OSAI). Additional information about the SAFETY Act may be found at http://www.SAFETYAct.gov" target="_blank">http://www.SAFETYAct.gov. Included on this website are block designations and block certifications granted by DHS.