Customs Tariff Classification and the Use of Assistive Technologies | Published in World Customs Journal (scholasticahq.com)

The article points out that classification is an art not a science.  The decision making process is subjective and scoped by available information.

USTR Set to Formally Approve China Tariffs Increase Soon (msn.com)

USTR says decision on Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports to be announced in coming days (msn.com)

The tariffs were proposed in May 2024. They impact about $18Billion in imports.  

US requests trade dispute consultations with Canada over new digital services tax (msn.com)

The Canada digital tax went into effect in June.  The Biden-Harris  administration requested consultations on Friday (August 30).

Canadian rail union says it has filed lawsuits challenging back-to-work orders (msn.com)

The Teamsters challenge  Arbitration  process

US Senators Propose Changes to Section 321 De Minimis Imports – Publications (morganlewis.com)

EMTC offers information from a variety of sources for our members and friends to evaluate.  

Shipping alliance shake-up will make waves during new contract season - The Loadstar

Rival bidders DSV and CVC said to be offering €14bn for DB Schenker - The Loadstar

Foreign airlines react to sudden new US rule tightening air cargo security - The Loadstar

KAL suspended US bound service 

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The SBA is offering active duty and veterans  foundational courses in entrepreneurship and revenue readiness to help you learn skills needed to launch a business. 

GAO-24-107251, Priority Open Recommendations: Department of Homeland Security

DHS is the third largest cabinet level department in the federal government.