HR. 667Introduced
Noncontiguous Shipping Relief Act of 2024
Establishes a limited exception to the Jones Act so foreign-flag freight vessels may carry domestic cargo to and from noncontiguous U.S. ports under U.S. labor, environmental, tax, and court rules
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Establishes a limited exception to the Jones Act so foreign-flag freight vessels may carry domestic cargo to and from noncontiguous U.S. ports under U.S. labor, environmental, tax, and court rules
Key points
- Require U.S. labor and environmental compliance
- Require U.S. legal and tax compliance
- Authorize foreign flag coastwise shipping
- Allow workers compensation participation
Current status
Where it stands
Status
Introduced
Latest action
2025-02-04 — Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E90-91)
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedTransportation and Public Works