Trump extends Jones Act waiver 90 days for foreign ships moving energy, fertilizers
Summary
President Donald Trump extended a 90-day waiver allowing foreign ships to carry energy and fertilizer products between U.S. ports. The waiver helps keep fuel and agricultural supplies moving amid ongoing disruptions affecting oil shipping routes in the Middle East.Key Facts
- The waiver applies to foreign ships transporting oil, fertilizers, and other fossil fuel products between U.S. ports.
- President Trump first issued this Jones Act waiver on March 17, 2026.
- The latest extension begins on August 17, 2026, and lasts 90 days.
- The waiver aims to reduce price pressures caused by the war in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
- Unlike before, the Pentagon will coordinate with the Maritime Administration on which voyages qualify for the exemption.
- The waiver only covers energy cargo and agriculture-related commodities like fertilizers and soybean oil.
- A White House official said the waiver helps the military and key industries keep access to vital resources.
- The waiver has increased deliveries of gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel within the U.S.
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