Jones Act Puerto

What is one of the negative effects of the Jones Act on Puerto Rico?

• It decreases the number of hurricanes.

• It improves the quality of education.

• It increases the cost of living.

• It reduces the number of tourists.

What does the Jones Act require for cargo transported between U.S. ports?

• It must be carried on foreign-built ships.

• It must be carried on U.S.-flagged vessels built, owned, and operated by U.S. citizens.

• It must be carried by air.

• It must be transported by rail.

Why are American-made vessels more expensive than those built in other countries?

• They are three to five times more expensive to build.

• They are built with more advanced technology.

• They are built faster.

• They are made with gold.

How much more expensive were grocery items in Puerto Rico compared to the U.S. on average?

• 25.7% more expensive

• 19.7% more expensive

• 10.7% more expensive

• 5.7% more expensive

Why can't Puerto Rico change the Jones Act?

• They do not know about the Act.

• They do not have the authority to change federal legislation.

• They do not want to change it.

• They benefit from the Act.