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Trump Administration Set to Extend Jones Act Waiver Amid Gas Price Pressure
The White House is expected to extend the Jones Act waiver in coming days to help lower gasoline prices, currently averaging over $4 a gallon. The current waiver expires August 16 and has become the longest suspension in program history, used nearly 200 times over four and a half months through end of July. Administration officials continue discussions with maritime industry representatives and lawmakers over potential changes to narrow the waiver's scope while preserving fuel supply flexibility.
