46 U.S.C. § 51305

Prohibited basis for appointment

Preference may not be given to an individual for appointment as a cadet at the United States Merchant Marine Academy because one or more members of the individual’s immediate family are alumni of the Academy.

( Pub. L. 109–304, § 8(b) , Oct. 6, 2006 , 120 Stat. 1572 .)