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Put Americans First: End the Jones Act Waiver

A 60-day Jones Act waiver was issued at the start of Operation Epic Fury under a statutory provision (46 USC 501(a)) designed to address military logistics needs. It was subsequently extended until August 17. Now that President Trump has signed an agreement ending the conflict, the statutory basis for the... read more →
May 26
May 22

AMP Statement on National Maritime Day

The American Maritime Partnership issued the following statement on May 22, 2026, for National Maritime Day, calling on President Donald Trump to trust his instincts and end the 150-day waiver of the Jones Act. Read the full statement below: “National Maritime Day should be a celebration of the American mariners,... read more →
May 12

Over 100 Leaders Urge Congress to Let Jones Act Waiver Expire

More than 100 chief executive officers, union leaders, and maritime industry stakeholders have signed an open letter to Congressional leadership urging them to use their political influence to ensure the March 17 Jones Act waiver expires on May 17 without extension or renewal. The signatories — representing American shipbuilders, carriers,... read more →
Apr 23

AMP Statement on Jones Act Waiver Extension

AMP Statement on Jones Act Waiver Extension Calls it an ‘affront’ to American workers and warns it ‘sabotages’ the Trump maritime dominance agenda WASHINGTON, DC — The American Maritime Partnership (AMP), the voice of the domestic maritime industry, issued the following statement on the Trump Administration’s move to extend its... read more →
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