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Adjusting Imports Of Medium- And Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- And Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, And Buses Into The United States
President Donald Trump has issued a proclamation imposing tariffs on imports of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs), their parts, and buses to protect national security. The action follows a report by the Secretary of Commerce, which found that these imports threaten U.S. national security by undermining domestic manufacturing capabilities essential for military and emergency operations. The proclamation sets a 25% duty on MHDVs and key parts, and a 10% duty on buses, effective November 1, 2025. The tariffs aim to strengthen domestic supply chains, boost industrial resilience, and encourage investment in U.S. manufacturing. Additionally, the proclamation establishes processes for adjusting these tariffs and ensuring compliance with national security objectives.
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Oct 15, 2025
National Security Presidential Memorandum/NSPM-8
Oct 06, 2025
FRAdjusting Imports of Timber, Lumber, and Their Derivative Products Into the United States
Oct 06, 2025
FRAdjusting Imports of Timber, Lumber, and Their Derivative Products Into the United States
Sep 10, 2025
FRModifying the Scope of Reciprocal Tariffs and Establishing Procedures for Implementing Trade and Security Agreements
On September 5, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14346, which modifies the scope of reciprocal tariffs and establishes procedures for implementing trade and security agreements. This order updates previous measures aimed at addressing large U.S. trade deficits, which are considered a threat to national security. It adjusts tariff rates on certain goods and outlines conditions under which tariffs may be reduced, particularly in response to commitments from trading partners to align with U.S. economic and security interests. The order also sets guidelines for the Secretary of Commerce and the U.S. Trade Representative to implement these changes and monitor the national emergency related to trade deficits.
Sep 10, 2025
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who Commit, Threaten To Commit, or Support Terrorism
On September 8, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a notice to continue the national emergency concerning terrorism, originally declared by Executive Order 13224 on September 23, 2001. This action extends the emergency for another year, recognizing the ongoing threat posed by individuals who commit, threaten, or support terrorism. The continuation aims to maintain measures that address the unusual and extraordinary threat to U.S. national security, foreign policy, and economy. This notice will be published in the Federal Register and sent to Congress.
Sep 09, 2025
FRImplementing the United States-Japan Agreement
On September 4, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14345 to implement a trade agreement between the United States and Japan. This order establishes a new tariff framework, imposing a baseline 15% tariff on most Japanese imports, with specific provisions for sectors like automobiles, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals. The agreement aims to address national security concerns and reduce the U.S. trade deficit by enhancing market access for American products in Japan and securing significant Japanese investments in the U.S. economy. The order also outlines procedures for monitoring Japan's compliance and adjusting tariffs as necessary.
Sep 05, 2025
Modifying The Scope of Reciprocal Tariffs and Establishing Procedures for Implementing Trade and Security Agreements
President Donald Trump issued an order modifying the scope of reciprocal tariffs and establishing procedures for implementing trade and security agreements. This action updates previous executive orders addressing the national emergency related to large U.S. trade deficits and their impact on national security. The order revises tariff lists and sets guidelines for reducing tariffs as part of framework and final agreements with trading partners, contingent on their commitments to rectify non-reciprocal trade practices. It directs the Secretary of Commerce and the U.S. Trade Representative to monitor these agreements and make necessary adjustments to tariffs to support national interests and security. The order aims to address trade imbalances and strengthen the U.S. economy and security.
Sep 04, 2025
Implementing The United States–Japan Agreement
President Donald J. Trump issued an order to implement a new trade agreement between the United States and Japan, aimed at enhancing trade relations based on reciprocity and shared national interests. This agreement introduces a 15% baseline tariff on most Japanese imports, with specific treatments for sectors like automobiles, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals. The action is designed to address a national emergency related to trade deficits and national security, as previously declared in several executive orders and proclamations. Japan will increase its procurement of U.S. agricultural products and invest $550 billion in the U.S., which is expected to boost American jobs and manufacturing. The order also outlines the roles of various U.S. departments in monitoring and adjusting tariffs as needed.
Aug 19, 2025
FREnabling Competition in the Commercial Space Industry
On August 13, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14335, aimed at enhancing competition in the U.S. commercial space industry. The order directs federal agencies to streamline the licensing and permitting processes for commercial space launches and reentries, reducing regulatory barriers to foster a competitive launch marketplace by 2030. It mandates the Secretary of Transportation to expedite environmental reviews and adjust regulations to facilitate the growth of spaceport infrastructure and novel space activities. Additionally, the order calls for the creation of new positions within the Department of Transportation and the elevation of the Office of Space Commerce to promote innovation and deregulation in the industry.
Aug 06, 2025
FRFurther Modifying the Reciprocal Tariff Rates
On July 31, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14326, further modifying reciprocal tariff rates to address the ongoing national emergency related to large U.S. trade deficits. This order adjusts the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, imposing additional duties on goods from certain trading partners that do not offer reciprocal trade terms. The action aims to rectify trade imbalances and protect U.S. economic and national security by encouraging foreign partners to align more closely with U.S. trade and security policies. The order also includes provisions to penalize transshipment practices intended to evade these duties.
Aug 05, 2025
FRAdjusting Imports of Copper Into the United States
On July 30, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued Proclamation 10962 to adjust imports of copper into the United States. This action imposes a 50% tariff on all imports of semi-finished copper products and intensive copper derivative products, effective August 1, 2025. The decision follows a report by the Secretary of Commerce, which found that the current levels of copper imports threaten U.S. national security by undermining domestic production capabilities. The proclamation aims to bolster domestic copper production, reduce reliance on foreign imports, and strengthen national security by ensuring a stable supply of this critical material for infrastructure and defense systems.
Jul 30, 2025
Adjusting Imports of Copper into the United States
President Donald Trump issued a proclamation imposing a 50% tariff on imports of semi-finished copper products and intensive copper derivative products, effective August 1, 2025. This action follows a report from the Secretary of Commerce, which found that current copper import levels threaten U.S. national security by undermining domestic production capabilities essential for defense and infrastructure. The proclamation aims to reduce reliance on foreign copper, bolster domestic production, and strengthen supply chains critical to national security. Additionally, the Secretary of Commerce is tasked with monitoring copper imports and may recommend further actions to ensure national security is not compromised. The proclamation also outlines procedures for identifying and imposing tariffs on certain copper derivatives to prevent circumvention of these measures.
Jul 29, 2025
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Lebanon
On July 25, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a notice to continue the national emergency with respect to Lebanon for another year, originally declared on August 1, 2007, by Executive Order 13441. This continuation is based on ongoing concerns about activities that threaten Lebanon's sovereignty and contribute to regional instability, such as Iran's arms transfers to Hizballah. The emergency status is maintained to address these threats to the national security and foreign policy of the United States. This action ensures the continuation of measures to counteract these destabilizing activities. The notice will be published in the Federal Register and sent to Congress.
Jul 23, 2025
FRRegulatory Relief for Certain Stationary Sources To Promote American Chemical Manufacturing Security
President Donald Trump issued a proclamation granting a two-year exemption from certain compliance requirements under the HON Rule for specific stationary sources in the chemical manufacturing industry. The HON Rule, established by the Environmental Protection Agency, introduced new emissions-control standards that many facilities found challenging due to unavailable or impractical technology. This exemption aims to maintain the strength of the domestic chemical manufacturing sector, which is crucial for national security, economic resilience, and supply chain stability. The decision is based on the determination that the necessary technology for compliance is not commercially viable and that the exemption serves the national security interests of the United States.
Jul 23, 2025
FRRegulatory Relief for Certain Stationary Sources To Promote American Iron Ore Processing Security
President Donald J. Trump issued Proclamation 10958 to provide regulatory relief for taconite iron ore processing facilities. This action exempts certain facilities from compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency's Taconite Rule for two years beyond the original deadlines. The proclamation argues that the required emissions-control technologies are not commercially viable and that enforcing the rule could disrupt domestic steel production, which is crucial for national defense and industrial supply chains. The exemption aims to maintain the United States' industrial capacity and national security.
Jul 23, 2025
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Significant Transnational Criminal Organizations
On July 21, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a notice to continue the national emergency regarding significant transnational criminal organizations for an additional year. This action extends the emergency first declared in Executive Order 13581 on July 24, 2011, and reinforced by Executive Order 13863 on March 15, 2019. The continuation is deemed necessary due to the ongoing threat these organizations pose to U.S. national security, foreign policy, and the economy, as they engage in sophisticated criminal activities that endanger public safety and international systems. The notice will be published in the Federal Register and sent to Congress.
Jul 17, 2025
Regulatory Relief for Certain Stationary Sources to Promote American Iron Ore Processing Security
President Donald Trump issued a proclamation granting a two-year exemption from compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency's Taconite Rule for certain taconite iron ore processing facilities. This rule, which imposes new emissions-control requirements, is considered burdensome as the necessary technology is not yet commercially viable. The exemption aims to maintain domestic taconite processing capabilities crucial for national security and economic resilience by preventing potential shutdowns and production reductions. The affected facilities include those operated by United States Steel Corporation and Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. in Minnesota and Michigan.
Jul 17, 2025
Regulatory Relief for Certain Stationary Sources to Promote American Chemical Manufacturing Security
President Donald Trump has issued a proclamation granting a two-year exemption from certain compliance requirements under the Environmental Protection Agency's HON Rule for specific chemical manufacturing facilities. This action is taken because the technologies required by the HON Rule are not available in a commercially viable form, making compliance by the original deadlines impractical. The exemption aims to support the national security interests of the United States by ensuring the continued operation of these facilities, which are crucial to maintaining domestic chemical production and reducing reliance on foreign sources. The affected facilities, listed in Annex I of the proclamation, will continue to follow existing standards prior to the HON Rule during this exemption period.