Member DashboardPresident halts proposed U.S. tariffs on Mexican imports
What was announced? On June 7, President Trump “indefinitely suspended” his previously announced plan to implement tariffs on all imports […]
Tariffs increased on Chinese imports; additional tariffs forthcoming
On May 10, in response to unsuccessful trade negotiations with China, the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) increased Section 301 import […]
Concern mounts over potential U.S. withdrawal from Paris Agreement
The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation on May 2 intending to bar the U.S. from withdrawing from the Paris […]
Washington state approves HFC-reduction bill
The Washington State Legislature has approved a hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) reduction bill (HB1112) based on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Significant […]
Tariffs removed on steel/aluminum imported from Canada/Mexico
On May 17, President Trump announced that tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from Canada and Mexico will be removed […]
USMCA assessment indicates “moderate” impact on U.S. economy
A key deadline in securing congressional approval of the U.S. – Mexico – Canada Agreement (USMCA) was met in late […]
NAFEM comments on proposed DOE Process Rule
In early May, NAFEM submitted comments largely supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) proposed Process Rule that would streamline and modernize […]
India requests extension of GSP status until after national elections
Citing an inability to make major policy decisions during its national election period, India has requested a 90-day extension of […]
Buyer beware, USTR publishes list of most notorious markets
The United States Trade Representative (USTR) prepares an annual report on trading partners’ protection of intellectual property rights. The report includes a Notorious […]
Colorado bill to prohibit sale of non-ENERGY STAR® certified products proceeds
Colorado House Bill 19-1231 has passed the state’s House and Senate and awaits Governor Polis’ signature. If signed by the Governor, the […]