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JONES ACT ENFORCER

OMSA-sponsored vessel that patrols U.S. waters gathering video and photo evidence of suspected Jones Act violations near offshore wind projects.

Description

The JONES ACT ENFORCER is described by OMSA as a first-of-its-kind vessel that patrols U.S. waters to gather video and photographic evidence of Jones Act violations. It travels along the coasts where new offshore wind projects are under way.

Key features

  • Video and photographic documentation of suspected Jones Act violations
  • Patrols along U.S. coasts near offshore wind construction sites
  • Evidence submitted to authorities, made public and shared with the media
  • Published reports include allegations concerning the EPIC HEDRON and GEOQUIP SAENTIS

Applications

Supports OMSA's advocacy for enforcement of U.S. cabotage law in offshore wind construction.

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