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Open America's Waters Act: Repealing Jones Act Restrictions.

This bill repeals Jones Act restrictions on coastwise trade, amending the requirements for issuing coastwise endorsements to vessels. It mandates that the Commandant of the United States Coast Guard issue regulations within 90 days to ensure all vessels permitted to engage in coastwise trade meet appropriate safety and security requirements.
Key points
Repeals restrictions on coastwise trade endorsements under the Jones Act.
Requires the Coast Guard to issue safety and security regulations for coastwise trade vessels within 90 days.
Repeals the section regarding the loss of coastwise trade privileges from the U.S. Code.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3940
Sponsor: Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-5]
Process start date: 2025-06-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Open America's Waters Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3940.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Repeals restrictions on coastwise trade endorsements under the Jones Act.
  • Requires the Coast Guard to issue safety and security regulations for coastwise trade vessels within 90 days.
  • Repeals the section regarding the loss of coastwise trade privileges from the U.S. Code.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Transport Law