DHS Issues Broad Jones Act Waiver for Hurricane Recovery in Puerto Rico
The Department of Homeland Security on Sept. 28 waived Jones Act shipping restrictions "in recognition of the severe impacts on Puerto Rico from Hurricanes Irma and Maria," it said in a news release. "The decision follows yesterday’s request from the…
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governor of Puerto Rico and the Secretary of Defense’s determination that a waiver is in the interest of national defense," it said. The waiver "will be in effect for 10 days after signature and covers all products being shipped to Puerto Rico." DHS issued waivers earlier this month following hurricanes in Texas and Florida for fuel shipments (see 1709140038). This waiver applies to all goods and is "intended to ensure we have enough fuel and commodities to support lifesaving efforts, respond to the storm, and restore critical services and critical infrastructure operations in the wake of these devastating storms,” DHS Acting Secretary Elaine Duke said.