Section 808 will allow carriers to interline cargo in Alaska so long as the cargo has an ultimate origin and/or destination outside of the United States. It does not allow foreign carriers to carry or transfer cargo with an ultimate origin and destination both in the United States.
Discussing provisions of Section 808 related to cargo transport in Alaska.
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