📦New Tariffs on Chinese Imports Announced by DHS
In order to effectuate the President's February 1, 2025 Executive order "Imposing Duties to Address the Synthetic Opioid Supply Chain in the People's Republic of China," as amended by the President's February 5, 2025 Executive order "Amendment to Duties Addressing the Synthetic Opioid Supply Chain in the People's Republic of China," which imposed specified rates of duty on imports of articles that are products of the People's Republic of China (PRC or China), the Secretary of Homeland Security is amending its February 5, 2025 notice in the Federal Register, "Implementation of Additional Duties on Products of the People's Republic of China Pursuant to the President's February 1, 2025 Executive Order Imposing Duties to Address the Synthetic Opioid Supply Chain in the People's Republic of China," to reflect that appropriate action was needed to modify the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) as set out in the Annex to this notice as well as changes to treatment of goods under what is commonly known as the de minimis exemption.
Learn More🎣Public Meeting on Western Pacific Fishery Management Council Agenda
The Western Pacific Stock Assessment Review (WPSAR) Steering Committee will convene a public meeting to discuss and approve the 5- year calendar for stock assessments, and to address any other concerns related to the WPSAR process.
Learn More⚖️Executive Order 14200
Executive Order 14200 addresses amendments to duties concerning the synthetic opioid supply chain from China. It revises specific subsections regarding duty-free treatment for eligible articles, contingent on the establishment of adequate systems for tariff revenue collection. The order underscores compliance obligations without creating enforceable rights against the U.S. government.
Learn More⚖️Amended Final Results of Antidumping Duty Review on Glycine
The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) is issuing these amended final results pursuant to a settlement agreement with Nagase & Co., Ltd. (Nagase) with respect to the final results of the administrative review of glycine from Japan during the period of review (POR) October 31, 2018, through May 31, 2020.
Learn More🇺🇸Impact of U.S. Withdrawal from UN Organizations on Businesses
The executive order outlines the U.S. withdrawal from certain United Nations organizations, including a review of UNESCO and UNHRC. It emphasizes concerns over anti-American sentiment and commits to ending funding for the UN Relief and Works Agency. The order calls for a comprehensive review of U.S. support for international organizations that do not align with national interests.
Learn More💼Nasdaq BX Delays New Options Regulatory Fee Implementation
The Securities and Exchange Commission announces Nasdaq BX's proposed rule change to delay the implementation of the new Options Regulatory Fee (ORF) and its methodology. The new fee structure is now set to be implemented on June 1, 2025, with a planned sunset on December 1, 2025. Interested parties are invited to comment on the proposal.
Learn More🎵Inquiry on Performing Rights Organizations and Business Implications
The U.S. Copyright Office is collecting information regarding issues related to performance rights organizations ("PROs") and the Copyright Act's public performance right for musical works. It is initiating this inquiry at Congress's request to gather information on questions related to the increase in the number of PROs and the licensing revenue distribution practices of PROs.
Learn More🌊Scoping Period Extended for Columbia River SEIS
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Bureau of Reclamation (Co-Lead Agencies) are extending the scoping period and re-scheduling public meetings for the notice of intent entitled "Notice of Intent to Prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) for the Columbia River System Operations," published in the Federal Register on December 18, 2024. The scoping period is now scheduled to end May 9, 2025 and public meetings will now be held the week of April 7, 2025.
Learn More🏗️FERC Notice on Transwestern Pipeline's Environmental Impact Process
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission announces a scoping period for public comments regarding the environmental impacts of the WT-0 Compressor Station Project by Transwestern Pipeline in New Mexico. This process aims to assess concerns and alternatives before making a decision on the project, which involves land acquisition and operational aspects.
Learn More⚡Combined Notice of Electric Rate Filings and Tariff Amendments
The notice from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission outlines various electric rate filings and tariff amendments submitted by multiple applicants, detailing effective dates, descriptions of changes, and opportunities for public comment. The document serves as a crucial update for stakeholders in the energy sector regarding regulatory compliance and potential impacts on pricing and service agreements.
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