Urges Congress and President to permanently exempt Puerto Rico from Jones Act to expedite aid and lower costs.

The bill urges Congress and the President to permanently exempt Puerto Rico from certain provisions of the Jones Act, which restricts shipping between U.S. ports to U.S. flagged ships. This exemption aims to expedite the delivery of humanitarian aid, disaster relief supplies, and fuel for electric power plants to Puerto Rico, and to reduce costs for residents by allowing cheaper shipping options. The bill highlights the impact of Hurricane Maria and the ongoing financial crisis on Puerto Rico, emphasizing the need for unrestricted and affordable access to essential goods.

Urges Congress and President to permanently exempt Puerto Rico from Jones Act to expedite aid and lower costs.

The bill urges Congress and the President to permanently exempt Puerto Rico from certain provisions of the Jones Act, which restricts shipping between U.S. ports to U.S. flagged ships. This exemption aims to expedite the delivery of humanitarian aid, disaster relief supplies, and fuel for electric power plants to Puerto Rico, and to reduce costs for residents by allowing cheaper shipping options. The bill highlights the impact of Hurricane Maria and the ongoing financial crisis on Puerto Rico, emphasizing the need for unrestricted and affordable access to essential goods.