Trump Extends Jones Act Waiver, Allowing Foreign Ships to Haul Goods Between US Ports

President Donald Trump has extended a waiver of the Jones Act for 90 days, permitting foreign vessels to transport oil, fertilizers, and other energy products between U.S. ports. This extension, effective August 17, follows a previous waiver issued in response to supply disruptions during the war with Iran. The Jones Act, established in 1920, typically mandates that ships operating between U.S. ports must be American-built, owned, flagged, and crewed to support the domestic maritime industry and military readiness.

• President Donald Trump extended a Jones Act waiver for 90 days.
• The waiver allows foreign ships to transport oil, fertilizers, and energy-related products between U.S. ports.
• The extension takes effect on August 17.
• This follows an initial waiver issued on March 17 to address supply disruptions during the war with Iran.
• The Jones Act of 1920 requires U.S. vessels for domestic shipping to support the maritime industry and military readiness.
• Waivers are considered short-term solutions for supply chain issues.