Jones Act

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Last mentioned: Mar 18, 2026

Timeline

May 17, 2026
Waiver Expiration

The current 60-day regulatory relief window is scheduled to close.
Mar 18, 2026
60-Day Waiver Issued

President Trump issues a broad waiver for oil transport due to the Iran war.
May 12, 2021
Colonial Pipeline Waiver

A targeted Jones Act waiver was issued following a major cyberattack on fuel infrastructure.
Jun 5, 1920
Jones Act Enacted

The Merchant Marine Act of 1920 is signed into law to protect the U.S. shipping industry.

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Trump Issues 60-Day Jones Act Waiver to Mitigate War-Driven Oil Price Spikes

President Trump has issued a 60-day waiver of the Jones Act to lower domestic oil costs amid rising price pressures from the conflict with Iran. The move allows foreign-flagged vessels to transport petroleum products between U.S. ports, bypassing century-old protectionist shipping requirements.

Mar 18, 2026 2 sources