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The Senate Commerce Science and Transportation Committee approved on November 2, 2011 language in S. 1430, the Maritime Administration Act for Fiscal Year 2012, that would require the Maritime Administration to certify that it is not possible to "use a United States flag vessel or United States flag vessels collectively... read more →

A recently released report from the Lexington Institute, The Contribution Of The Jones Act To U.S. Security, says the longstanding maritime law is vital to U.S. economic, homeland, and national security serving the nation by maintaining a skilled merchant marine, shipbuilding capacity and sea lift capability.   "The greatest danger... read more →

The presidential campaign of Texas Governor Rick Perry said in a statement the Governor supports the Jones Act because the law bolsters national, economic and homeland security.   "Rick Perry believes that America benefits from a vibrant domestic maritime industry, including vessel operators, shipyards, seafarers and mariners, on the coasts,... read more →

News from The American Maritime Partnership, October 31, 2011   ESCOPETA FINED $15 MILLION FOR JONES ACT VIOLATION: U.S. Customs and Border Protection fined Escopeta Oil Company $15 million for violating the Jones Act. The company transported a jack-up rig from Texas to Alaska using a foreign-flagged vessel. The rig... read more →

The American Maritime Partnership congratulated its Chairman James Henry for receiving the 2011 Admiral of the Ocean Sea Award (AOTOS) presented by the United Seaman's Service (USS) at the 42nd annual industry gala dinner on October 28, 2011.   American Maritime Partnership Vice Chairman Thomas Allegretti said, "Jim Henry's strong... read more →

News from The American Maritime Partnership, September 23, 2011   ANOTHER FEDERAL REPORT DEBUNKS MYTH JONES ACT INHIBITED CLEAN-UP OF GULF OIL SPILL: Compliance with the Jones Act did not impede the clean-up of the Deepwater Horizon spill, according to the On Scene Coordinator's report to the National Response Team.... read more →

News from The American Maritime Partnership, August 19, 2011   U.S. MARITIME ADMINISTRATION AWARDS GRANTS TO SMALL SHIPYARDS: On August 15, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced $9.89 million in grants to 13 small shipyards in as many states. "These grants will help improve our ability to build and repair... read more →

U.S.-flag vessel operators and allied industries engaged in domestic waterborne commerce today recognized the vital role the U.S. Coast Guard plays in keeping America's waters safe and secure. The salute comes on the 221st anniversary of the legislation that established the Revenue Cutter Service, the forerunner of today's U.S. Coast... read more →