House Speaker Mike Johnson and 51 other Republican lawmakers are urging President Donald Trump to let Jones Act waivers expire as scheduled in mid-August. The waivers, issued during the Iran conflict, helped ease supply disruptions and keep fuel and other critical goods moving between U.S. ports.
The lawmakers argue that the emergency conditions that led to the waivers have passed and that the waivers should end on schedule. They emphasize the importance of the Jones Act, which requires cargo moving between U.S. ports to be carried on American-built, owned, and crewed ships, supporting U.S. maritime jobs and national security.
The White House has not responded to a request for comment on the matter. The Jones Act is a critical piece of legislation that promotes American shipping and supports the U.S. economy.
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