the jones act case

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The Jones Act, part of the U.S. Merchant Marine Act of 1920, mandates the use of U.S.-owned ships for domestic goods transport, intending to bolster the American shipping industry and maritime jobs while supporting national security. However, the act's restrictions—such as prohibiting foreign ships on U.S. coastal routes—are seen as restrictive and have led to several unintended outcomes, including high costs for U.S.-built ships, a shrinking share of global cargo, increased logistic costs,...