# Jones Act

Type: regulation

Source: Supply Chain Intelligence Brief — https://getsupplybrief.com/entity/jones-act
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## Timeline

- **2026-05-17**: Waiver Expiration — The current 60-day waiver is set to expire unless an extension is granted by the administration.
- **2026-03-18**: Waiver Issued — President Trump signs the 60-day Jones Act waiver to provide immediate logistical relief.
- **2026-03-10**: Domestic Price Pressure — U.S. gasoline and heating oil prices reach multi-year highs due to supply chain constraints.
- **2026-03-01**: Iran Conflict Escalates — War in the Middle East leads to a sharp spike in global crude oil prices.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Trump Issues 60-Day Jones Act Waiver to Mitigate War-Driven Oil Price Surges
2026-03-18 20:35:42 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2

President Trump has issued a temporary 60-day waiver of the Jones Act to facilitate cheaper domestic oil transport amid rising energy costs fueled by the conflict with Iran. The move allows foreign-flagged vessels to move petroleum products between U.S. ports, aiming to stabilize the supply chain and lower prices for consumers.
Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/trump-jones-act-waiver-oil-prices-iran-conflict

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