Jeffrey Lewis authored an article for Marine News examining the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's unprecedented 2026 Jones Act waiver and its implications for the American maritime industry, energy markets, and national security. In the article, Jeff explores the history and purpose of the Jones Act, the circumstances that led to the waiver following military operations involving Iran, and the scope of the federal government's decision to permit foreign-flagged and foreign-built vessels to transport certain commodities between U.S. ports. He also analyzes the waiver's practical impact on energy prices and supply chains, the legal authority used to implement it, and the potential consequences for domestic vessel operators, maritime jobs, and long-term U.S. maritime capacity.

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