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Adjusting Imports of Aluminum and Steel into the United States
President Donald Trump issued a proclamation to increase tariffs on imported steel and aluminum articles and their derivatives from 25% to 50%, effective June 4, 2025. This decision follows findings by the Secretary of Commerce that these imports threaten to impair U.S. national security by undercutting domestic industries. The increased tariffs aim to provide greater support to the U.S. steel and aluminum industries, helping them achieve necessary production capacity for national defense needs. The proclamation also includes specific provisions for imports from the United Kingdom, maintaining the previous 25% tariff rate, with potential adjustments based on compliance with the U.S.-UK Economic Prosperity Deal. The action is authorized under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 and other relevant U.S. laws.
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May 21, 2025
FRModifying Reciprocal Tariff Rates To Reflect Discussions With the People's Republic of China
May 12, 2025
Modifying Reciprocal Tariff Rates to Reflect Discussions with the People’s Republic of China
May 08, 2025
FRNational Small Business Week, 2025
President Donald Trump has proclaimed May 4 through May 10, 2025, as National Small Business Week. This proclamation celebrates the essential role of small businesses in the U.S. economy, highlighting their contributions to job creation and innovation. The proclamation emphasizes the administration's efforts to support small businesses by cutting regulations, maintaining low taxes, and promoting fair trade practices. It also mentions initiatives like the Made in America Manufacturing Initiative, which aims to create jobs and strengthen supply chains. The week is dedicated to recognizing and appreciating the hard work and resilience of American entrepreneurs.
May 02, 2025
FRAmendments to Adjusting Imports of Automobiles and Automobile Parts Into the United States
President Donald Trump issued Proclamation 10925 to amend the import system for automobiles and automobile parts into the United States, aiming to address national security concerns. This action modifies a previous tariff system by introducing a new structure of monetary fees linked to the value of automobile parts used in U.S. assembly. The proclamation establishes a process for manufacturers to apply for import adjustment offsets, reducing tariffs based on the number of vehicles assembled domestically. The goal is to decrease reliance on foreign imports, bolster U.S. manufacturing, and strengthen the domestic defense industrial base.
May 02, 2025
FRAddressing Certain Tariffs on Imported Articles
On April 29, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14289, which addresses the application of certain tariffs on imported goods. The order aims to prevent the cumulative effect of overlapping tariffs on the same articles, ensuring that multiple tariffs do not stack and exceed what is necessary to achieve policy goals. It establishes a procedure to determine which tariffs apply when an article is subject to more than one tariff action, specifically targeting tariffs related to national security and economic threats. The order directs the Secretary of Homeland Security and other relevant officials to update guidance and enforcement mechanisms to align with this new policy.
Apr 30, 2025
FRWorld Intellectual Property Day, 2025
President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation declaring April 26, 2025, as World Intellectual Property Day. This proclamation emphasizes the importance of protecting intellectual property to support American innovation and economic growth. It highlights the administration's efforts to drive technological leadership through initiatives like the Council of Advisors on Science and Technology and recent executive orders aimed at reducing barriers in emerging technologies. The proclamation also underscores the administration's commitment to strengthening intellectual property protections in trade policies to safeguard American advancements from exploitation. President Trump encourages Americans to celebrate the contributions of creators and inventors to the nation's progress.
Apr 22, 2025
FRUnleashing American Commercial Fishing in the Pacific
President Donald J. Trump issued Proclamation 10918, titled "Unleashing American Commercial Fishing in the Pacific," which modifies the management of the Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument (PRIMNM). The proclamation allows for appropriately managed commercial fishing within the monument's boundaries, reversing previous prohibitions that restricted such activities. This decision is based on findings that commercial fishing, when managed properly, will not jeopardize the scientific and historic objects the monument aims to protect. The proclamation mandates the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of the Interior to coordinate on regulating fisheries and ensuring the monument's proper care, while also directing the publication of new rules to amend or repeal existing restrictive regulations on commercial fishing in the area.
Apr 22, 2025
FRRestoring American Seafood Competitiveness
On April 17, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14276, titled "Restoring American Seafood Competitiveness." This order aims to reduce regulatory burdens on the U.S. seafood industry and combat unfair foreign trade practices that disadvantage American seafood markets. It directs the Secretary of Commerce to evaluate and potentially revise regulations that overly restrict commercial fishing and to develop strategies to enhance the competitiveness of U.S. seafood. The order also calls for a comprehensive seafood trade strategy to improve access to foreign markets and address issues like illegal fishing and forced labor in the seafood supply chain. Additionally, it seeks to modernize data collection and promote domestic seafood production and marketing.
Apr 18, 2025
FREnsuring National Security and Economic Resilience Through Section 232 Actions on Processed Critical Minerals and Derivative Products
On April 15, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14272, directing an investigation under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. This order aims to assess whether imports of processed critical minerals and their derivative products pose a threat to U.S. national security. The investigation will evaluate factors such as foreign dependency, supply chain vulnerabilities, and market distortions caused by foreign producers. The Secretary of Commerce is tasked with conducting this investigation and providing a final report and recommendations to the President within 180 days. The order seeks to ensure national security and economic resilience by potentially imposing tariffs or other measures to encourage domestic production and reduce reliance on foreign sources.
Apr 15, 2025
FRModifying Reciprocal Tariff Rates To Reflect Trading Partner Retaliation and Alignment
On April 9, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14266, modifying tariff rates in response to trade actions by the People's Republic of China (PRC) and other trading partners. This order increases tariffs on Chinese imports to 125% following China's announcement of an 84% tariff on U.S. goods, aiming to address the national emergency related to persistent U.S. trade deficits. Additionally, it temporarily adjusts tariffs for other countries that have shown a willingness to address trade imbalances, imposing a 10% duty on imports from these nations for 90 days. The order also includes measures to prevent tariff circumvention and directs U.S. agencies to implement these changes effectively.
Apr 15, 2025
FRReducing Anti-Competitive Regulatory Barriers
On April 9, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14267, titled "Reducing Anti-Competitive Regulatory Barriers." This order mandates federal agencies to review and identify regulations that hinder competition by creating monopolies, imposing unnecessary barriers to market entry, or otherwise distorting the free market. Agency heads must consult with the Federal Trade Commission and the Attorney General to compile a list of such regulations, recommending whether they should be rescinded or modified. The goal is to eliminate regulations that stifle competition, entrepreneurship, and innovation, thereby revitalizing the American economy.
Apr 14, 2025
FRAmendment to Reciprocal Tariffs and Updated Duties as Applied to Low-Value Imports From the People's Republic of China
On April 8, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14259, amending tariffs and duties on low-value imports from China. This order increases tariffs on certain Chinese goods to 84% in response to China's retaliatory 34% tariff on U.S. imports. Additionally, it raises the duty on postal items containing goods, with rates escalating from $25 to $150, depending on the effective date. The order aims to address the national security and economic threats posed by the U.S. trade deficit with China and ensures the effectiveness of previous trade actions. Key U.S. officials are directed to implement these changes and take necessary actions to enforce the order.
Apr 11, 2025
Clarification of Exceptions Under Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025, as Amended
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum clarifying exceptions under Executive Order 14257, which addresses large U.S. trade deficits by imposing additional tariffs. The memorandum specifies that "semiconductors" are excluded from these tariffs, detailing which products fall under this category by listing specific headings and subheadings from the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS). It orders that the HTSUS be updated to reflect these exceptions, effective April 5, 2025, and mandates refunds for any duties collected on these semiconductor products since that date. This action aims to ensure the correct application of tariffs while safeguarding the semiconductor industry from additional duties.
Apr 09, 2025
Modifying Reciprocal Tariff Rates to Reflect Trading Partner Retaliation and Alignment
On April 9, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an order modifying tariff rates in response to trade actions by the People's Republic of China (PRC). This order increases tariffs on Chinese imports to 125% following China's announcement of an 84% tariff on U.S. goods. Additionally, the order temporarily suspends specific tariffs for 90 days on goods from other trading partners who have shown willingness to address non-reciprocal trade practices. The aim is to address national security concerns linked to persistent trade deficits and to encourage fairer trade practices. Key U.S. departments are directed to implement these changes effectively.
Apr 09, 2025
Restoring America’s Maritime Dominance
President Donald Trump has issued an order titled "Restoring America’s Maritime Dominance" aimed at revitalizing the U.S. maritime industry and workforce to enhance national security and economic prosperity. The order mandates the creation of a comprehensive Maritime Action Plan (MAP) within 210 days, coordinated by the Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs and other key departments, to address the decline in U.S. shipbuilding and maritime capabilities. It includes measures such as securing federal funding, incentivizing private investment, and implementing tariffs against unfair practices by the People’s Republic of China. Additionally, the order seeks to establish a Maritime Security Trust Fund, improve procurement efficiency, and expand mariner training and education to strengthen the U.S. maritime industrial base.
Apr 08, 2025
Amendment to Reciprocal Tariffs and Updated Duties as Applied to Low-Value Imports from the People’s Republic of China
President Donald Trump issued an amendment to increase tariffs on low-value imports from the People’s Republic of China. This action modifies the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States by raising the tariff rate from 34% to 84% on certain Chinese goods, effective April 9, 2025. The amendment also raises duties on postal items containing goods to prevent circumvention of the tariffs, with increases set to take effect in May and June 2025. This order responds to China's retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods and aims to address threats to U.S. national security and the economy. The implementation will involve several U.S. departments and agencies, ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
Apr 08, 2025
Reinvigorating America’s Beautiful Clean Coal Industry and Amending Executive Order 14241
President Donald J. Trump has issued an executive order to boost the American coal industry, emphasizing its role in economic prosperity, national security, and energy independence. The order designates coal as a critical mineral, amends existing regulations to promote coal production, and calls for the removal of federal barriers that hinder coal mining and usage. It mandates a comprehensive assessment of coal resources on federal lands and prioritizes coal leasing activities. Additionally, the order seeks to enhance coal exports, support coal-powered infrastructure for emerging technologies like AI, and accelerate the development of coal technologies.