Why It's Time to Update the Jones Act -- Keli'i Akina Interviews Maritime Attorney Wayne Parker

Corporate and maritime attorney Wayne Parker talk abouts how the Jones Act affects the shipping industry in unexpected ways. Parker discusses how the law hurts the very industry it's supposed to help, which is why it should be updated for modern times.

Attorney Wayne Parker is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy (1986 – 1990) and the University of Southern California, Gould School of Law (2000 – 2003). His employment experience includes: Associate General Counsel, Horizon Lines, Inc., Charlotte, North Carolina (2011 – 2015); and, Assistant General Counsel, Matson, Inc. (2015 – 2018).

LINK: Full Transcript of Interview

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