Waiving Jones Act Could Ease U.S. Oil Fuel Distribution
How Waiving the Jones Act for Oil Tankers Would Work
WSJ2026.03.18Updated 27d ago
Relaxing U.S. shipping rules would allow vital fuels to flow more easily between U.S. ports
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Relaxing the Jones Act would permit foreign-flagged oil tankers to transport fuel between American ports, increasing supply flexibility and potentially lowering costs. The 1920 maritime law currently requires domestic shipping to use U.S.-built and crewed vessels. This change could streamline energy distribution during supply disruptions or regional shortages.
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