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Open America's Waters Act

6/19/2025, 4:53 AM

Summary of Bill HR 3940

The bill "To repeal the Jones Act restrictions on coastwise trade, and for other purposes" was introduced in the 119th Congress on June 12, 2025, as H.R. 3940. The bill aims to repeal the Jones Act restrictions specifically related to coastwise trade, with additional purposes outlined in the legislative text.

Current Status of Bill HR 3940

Bill HR 3940 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 12, 2025. Bill HR 3940 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on June 12, 2025.  Bill HR 3940's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. as of June 12, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3940

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3940

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3940

To repeal the Jones Act restrictions on coastwise trade, and for other purposes.
To repeal the Jones Act restrictions on coastwise trade, and for other purposes.

Comments

Harmony Gregory profile image

Harmony Gregory

644

8 months ago

OMG this bill is so gr8! It will open up our waters for more fishing and boating. I can't wait to get out on the water and enjoy it! This bill is gonna make a big difference for us all!

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3940

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