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H.R. 8996

Jones Act Repeal Act

Jones Act Repeal Act

This bill repeals coastwise laws, commonly known as the Jones Act, that govern domestic transportation of merchandise or passengers by vessels. The Jones Act requires that vessels transporting merchandise or passengers between Puerto Rico and other U.S. ports be built in the United States, be at least 75% owned by U.S. citizens, and be mostly crewed by U.S. citizens.

Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.

Rep. Amash, Justin [L-MI-3](L-MI)Sponsor
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  1. Committee

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.

    Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee
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    Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

    Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
  3. IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

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    Introduced in House

Jones Act Repeal Act — Informed