The Trump administration is waiving Jones Act requirements temporarily in the wake of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.
It will last until 15 September and is designed to address a potential fuel shortage in Florida and lingering Gulf Coast pipeline and refinery disruptions.
“This waiver will ensure that over the next week, all options are available to distribute fuel to states and territories impacted by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma,” said Department of Homeland Security Acting Secretary Elaine Duke.
