Homeland Security Extends Jones Act Waiver Amid Global Supply Chain Issues

The Department of Homeland Security has prolonged a significant waiver of the Jones Act until mid-August 2026. This action, requested by the Department of Defense, permits foreign-flagged ships to transport various commodities between U.S. domestic ports. The extension is a direct response to severe global supply chain disruptions, which arose after military operations in the Middle East led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.