41 C.F.R. § 102-117.150 What do I need to know about coastwise laws?
Title 41 - Public Contracts and Property Management
You need to know that: (a) Goods transported entirely or partly by water between U.S. points, either directly or via a foreign port, must travel in U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) authorized U.S. Flag vessels; (b) There are exceptions and limits for the U.S. Island territories and possessions in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans (see §102–117.155); and (c) The Secretary of the Treasury is empowered to impose monetary penalties against agencies that violate the coastwise laws.
Title 41: Public Contracts and Property Management
PART 102–117—TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
Subpart D—Restrictions That Affect International Transportation of Freight and Household Goods
§ 102-117.150 What do I need to know about coastwise laws?