Regulatory Requirements, Trade Policy 31 Jan 2025 commerce, trade, steel, regulation, business compliance, national security, import, aluminum

⚖️Notice on Steel and Aluminum Import Regulations by Commerce Dept.

The Department of Commerce, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed, and continuing information collections, which helps us assess the impact of our information collection requirements and minimize the public's reporting burden. The purpose of this notice is to allow for 60 days of public comment preceding submission of the collection to OMB.

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Regulatory Compliance, Trade Regulations 31 Jan 2025 commerce, trade, steel, regulation, national security, import, aluminum

📈Public Comment Request on Steel and Aluminum Import Exclusions

The Department of Commerce, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed, and continuing information collections, which helps us assess the impact of our information collection requirements and minimize the public's reporting burden. The purpose of this notice is to allow for 60 days of public comment preceding submission of the collection to OMB.

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Presidential Document 30 Jan 2025 regulatory compliance, executive order, national security, immigration, military, border security

🚧Executive Order on Military Role in Border Security and Business Impact

Executive Order 14167 emphasizes the importance of national sovereignty and border integrity, directing the Armed Forces to enhance border security against unlawful migration and trafficking. The order outlines the responsibilities of the Secretary of Defense, including revisions to command protocols and ongoing assessments of border security effectiveness. It highlights the federal commitment to protecting the United States' territorial integrity.

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Presidential Document 30 Jan 2025 compliance, regulation, technology, business impact, executive order, national security, foreign adversaries, bytedance, tiktok

⚖️Executive Order 14166

Executive Order 14166 addresses the national security concerns regarding foreign adversary controlled applications, particularly TikTok. It outlines compliance requirements for businesses and temporarily defers enforcement of related regulations to allow for evaluation of national security risks while balancing platform usage by millions of Americans. The order seeks to establish a path that upholds U.S. security interests without abrupt operational disruptions.

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Presidential Document 30 Jan 2025 regulation, business compliance, executive order, national security, immigration

🛂Executive Order on National Security and Immigration Regulations

Executive Order 14161 establishes policies to protect U.S. citizens from foreign threats, focusing on stringent vetting and screening of aliens. It mandates collaborative evaluations of visa programs and immigration policies, ensuring they do not undermine national security or public safety while promoting the assimilation of lawful immigrants into American society.

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Presidential Document 29 Jan 2025 regulatory compliance, business impact, national security, immigration, financial implications, public health

🚧Proclamation on Immigration Enforcement and Business Implications

Proclamation 10888 asserts the U.S. government's inherent right to secure borders and control immigration, declaring an invasion at the southern border. It describes recent illegal entry trends, risks to public health and safety, and outlines authoritative measures to suspend entry for aliens deemed detrimental. The proclamation emphasizes federal responsibilities under the Constitution to protect states against invasion while enhancing immigration controls.

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Presidential Document 29 Jan 2025 defense, construction, national security, federal contracts, border control

🚧National Emergency Declared at Southern Border

The proclamation by the President declares a national emergency due to threats at the southern border, invoking military resources and calling for the construction of physical barriers. It aims to enhance operational control and security, emphasizing the urgent need for deterring illegal entry and supporting law enforcement with logistical resources.

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Presidential Document 29 Jan 2025 compliance, national security, foreign policy, terrorism, economic impact, cartels

🚨Executive Order Targets Cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations

Executive Order 14157 establishes a process for designating international cartels and other organizations as Foreign Terrorist Organizations, recognizing their threat to U.S. national security and economy. The order mandates operational preparations to eliminate these entities’ influence and outlines a national emergency response to safeguard the safety and territorial integrity of the United States.

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Compliance, Regulatory 29 Jan 2025 treasury, national security, investment security, civil penalties, compliance

💰Notice on Updated Civil Penalties for National Security Investments

The Department of the Treasury's Office of Investment Security is giving notice of its updated maximum civil monetary penalties in connection with the Outbound Investment Security Program. These amounts are effective through January 14, 2026. These figures represent an annual adjustment for inflation. The updated figures and notification are required by the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990, as amended by the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015.

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Regulatory, Professional Events 17 Jan 2025 public meeting, national security, department of defense, innovation, unmanned systems, defense innovation board

📅Notice of DIB Meeting Discussing Defense Innovation Strategies

The DoD is publishing this notice to announce that the following Federal Advisory Committee meeting of the Defense Innovation Board (DIB) will take place.

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