FASHION ACCESSORIES SHIPPERS ASSOCIATION

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): 1.on implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). 2.on consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) 3.on negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. Issues discussed include: 1.rules of origin 2.duties 3.customs provisions 4.IPR provisions 5.Regulatory harmonization 6.Transportation measures 7.Government procurement. 8.Port maintenance issues 4.on the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. 5.on the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. 6.on implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 100 percent screening, 9801, de minimis, NAFTA, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, duty drawback, single window/ITDS Executive Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. 7.on foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). 8.on trade remedy laws, including proposals for prospective trade remedy systems and provisions included in the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). 9.on implementation of trade legislation including: 1.Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). 1.Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). 2.Including currency and investor state provisions. 2.Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). 1.Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. 3.Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). 10.on other trade initiatives and items, including: 1.Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. 2.Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. 3.Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. 4.GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). 5.Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. 6.The benefit of imports and global value chains. 7.Renewal of ExIm Bank. 8.GSP Update 9.Outdoor apparel classifications. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644), including fixes to athletic footwear and outdoor apparel classifications. Textile Enforcement and Security Act (TESA) (S. 892). Discussions with OPIC, Export-Import Bank, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve OPIC and Ex-Im Bank services for the apparel and textile supply chain. International Trade Commission (ITC) AD/CVD duty case regarding 53-foot domestic dry containers. Trade-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Global Gateways Trade Capacity Act (S. 2201). Border Adjustability Tax issues. Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017 (HR 2028)

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: HR 1314

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): 1.on implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). 2.on consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) 3.on negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. Issues discussed include: 1.rules of origin 2.duties 3.customs provisions 4.IPR provisions 5.Regulatory harmonization 6.Transportation measures 7.Government procurement. 8.Port maintenance issues 4.on the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. 5.on the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. 6.on implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 100 percent screening, 9801, de minimis, NAFTA, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, duty drawback, single window/ITDS Executive Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. 7.on foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). 8.on trade remedy laws, including proposals for prospective trade remedy systems and provisions included in the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). 9.on implementation of trade legislation including: 1.Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). 1.Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). 2.Including currency and investor state provisions. 2.Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). 1.Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. 3.Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). 10.on other trade initiatives and items, including: 1.Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. 2.Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. 3.Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. 4.GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). 5.Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. 6.The benefit of imports and global value chains. 7.Renewal of ExIm Bank. 8.GSP Update 9.Outdoor apparel classifications. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644), including fixes to athletic footwear and outdoor apparel classifications. Textile Enforcement and Security Act (TESA) (S. 892). Discussions with OPIC, Export-Import Bank, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve OPIC and Ex-Im Bank services for the apparel and textile supply chain. International Trade Commission (ITC) AD/CVD duty case regarding 53-foot domestic dry containers. Trade-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Global Gateways Trade Capacity Act (S. 2201). Border Adjustability Tax issues. Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017 (HR 2028)

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: HR 2028

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): 1.on implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). 2.on consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) 3.on negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. Issues discussed include: 1.rules of origin 2.duties 3.customs provisions 4.IPR provisions 5.Regulatory harmonization 6.Transportation measures 7.Government procurement. 8.Port maintenance issues 4.on the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. 5.on the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. 6.on implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 100 percent screening, 9801, de minimis, NAFTA, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, duty drawback, single window/ITDS Executive Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. 7.on foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). 8.on trade remedy laws, including proposals for prospective trade remedy systems and provisions included in the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). 9.on implementation of trade legislation including: 1.Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). 1.Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). 2.Including currency and investor state provisions. 2.Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). 1.Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. 3.Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). 10.on other trade initiatives and items, including: 1.Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. 2.Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. 3.Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. 4.GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). 5.Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. 6.The benefit of imports and global value chains. 7.Renewal of ExIm Bank. 8.GSP Update 9.Outdoor apparel classifications. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644), including fixes to athletic footwear and outdoor apparel classifications. Textile Enforcement and Security Act (TESA) (S. 892). Discussions with OPIC, Export-Import Bank, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve OPIC and Ex-Im Bank services for the apparel and textile supply chain. International Trade Commission (ITC) AD/CVD duty case regarding 53-foot domestic dry containers. Trade-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Global Gateways Trade Capacity Act (S. 2201). Border Adjustability Tax issues. Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017 (HR 2028)

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: HR 2029

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): 1.on implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). 2.on consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) 3.on negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. Issues discussed include: 1.rules of origin 2.duties 3.customs provisions 4.IPR provisions 5.Regulatory harmonization 6.Transportation measures 7.Government procurement. 8.Port maintenance issues 4.on the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. 5.on the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. 6.on implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 100 percent screening, 9801, de minimis, NAFTA, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, duty drawback, single window/ITDS Executive Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. 7.on foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). 8.on trade remedy laws, including proposals for prospective trade remedy systems and provisions included in the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). 9.on implementation of trade legislation including: 1.Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). 1.Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). 2.Including currency and investor state provisions. 2.Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). 1.Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. 3.Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). 10.on other trade initiatives and items, including: 1.Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. 2.Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. 3.Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. 4.GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). 5.Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. 6.The benefit of imports and global value chains. 7.Renewal of ExIm Bank. 8.GSP Update 9.Outdoor apparel classifications. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644), including fixes to athletic footwear and outdoor apparel classifications. Textile Enforcement and Security Act (TESA) (S. 892). Discussions with OPIC, Export-Import Bank, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve OPIC and Ex-Im Bank services for the apparel and textile supply chain. International Trade Commission (ITC) AD/CVD duty case regarding 53-foot domestic dry containers. Trade-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Global Gateways Trade Capacity Act (S. 2201). Border Adjustability Tax issues. Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017 (HR 2028)

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: HR 2146

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration changes to the Hours of Service (HoS) rules. Discussions with Congress and Administration, including President, on disruptions of West and East/Gulf Coast ports due to labor disputes. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) on ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and PierPass. Comments to the Federal Maritime Commission on proposed discussion agreements between the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. National Freight Network Trust Fund Act (HR 935) Port Transparency Act (S. 1298). Protecting Orderly and Responsible Transit of Shipments Act of 2015 (PORTS Act) (S. 1519) FY 2017 Transportation Housing Appropriations legislation (on Hours of Service issues) (HR 5394). Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of 2015 (S. 808). Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act (FAST Act) (H.R. 22) Positive Train Control Enforcement and Implementation Act of 2015 (HR 3651). Issues related to the Hanjin bankruptcy.

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: H.R. 22

Discussions with CPSC and various Congressional offices on implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Modifications to the Toxic Substances Control Act. 1.Frank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697) 2.The TSCA Modernization Act of 2015 (HR 2576) Discussion with Congressional office on expanding the prohibition on the manufacture, distribution, and importation of certain products containing phthalates. Comments to the CPSC on Voluntary Recalls, Information Disclosure, and Section 1110. Comments on Priorities for FY 2016-2017.

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Matched citations: HR 2576

Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). Green labeling rules.

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: HR 2775

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration changes to the Hours of Service (HoS) rules. Discussions with Congress and Administration, including President, on disruptions of West and East/Gulf Coast ports due to labor disputes. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) on ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and PierPass. Comments to the Federal Maritime Commission on proposed discussion agreements between the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. National Freight Network Trust Fund Act (HR 935) Port Transparency Act (S. 1298). Protecting Orderly and Responsible Transit of Shipments Act of 2015 (PORTS Act) (S. 1519) FY 2017 Transportation Housing Appropriations legislation (on Hours of Service issues) (HR 5394). Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of 2015 (S. 808). Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act (FAST Act) (H.R. 22) Positive Train Control Enforcement and Implementation Act of 2015 (HR 3651). Issues related to the Hanjin bankruptcy.

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: HR 3651

Working on miscellaneous tariff bill reform. Duty Suspension Process Act (S. 260) and provisions included in the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). American Manufacturing Competitiveness Act of 2016 (H.R. 4923 and S. 2794) The ITC process established pursuant to the AMCA.

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: H.R. 4923

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration changes to the Hours of Service (HoS) rules. Discussions with Congress and Administration, including President, on disruptions of West and East/Gulf Coast ports due to labor disputes. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) on ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and PierPass. Comments to the Federal Maritime Commission on proposed discussion agreements between the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. National Freight Network Trust Fund Act (HR 935) Port Transparency Act (S. 1298). Protecting Orderly and Responsible Transit of Shipments Act of 2015 (PORTS Act) (S. 1519) FY 2017 Transportation Housing Appropriations legislation (on Hours of Service issues) (HR 5394). Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of 2015 (S. 808). Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act (FAST Act) (H.R. 22) Positive Train Control Enforcement and Implementation Act of 2015 (HR 3651). Issues related to the Hanjin bankruptcy.

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: HR 5394

Working on miscellaneous tariff bill reform. Duty Suspension Process Act (S. 260) and provisions included in the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). American Manufacturing Competitiveness Act of 2016 (H.R. 4923 and S. 2794) The ITC process established pursuant to the AMCA.

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: HR 644

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): 1.on implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). 2.on consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) 3.on negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. Issues discussed include: 1.rules of origin 2.duties 3.customs provisions 4.IPR provisions 5.Regulatory harmonization 6.Transportation measures 7.Government procurement. 8.Port maintenance issues 4.on the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. 5.on the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. 6.on implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 100 percent screening, 9801, de minimis, NAFTA, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, duty drawback, single window/ITDS Executive Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. 7.on foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). 8.on trade remedy laws, including proposals for prospective trade remedy systems and provisions included in the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). 9.on implementation of trade legislation including: 1.Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). 1.Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). 2.Including currency and investor state provisions. 2.Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). 1.Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. 3.Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). 10.on other trade initiatives and items, including: 1.Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. 2.Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. 3.Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. 4.GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). 5.Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. 6.The benefit of imports and global value chains. 7.Renewal of ExIm Bank. 8.GSP Update 9.Outdoor apparel classifications. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644), including fixes to athletic footwear and outdoor apparel classifications. Textile Enforcement and Security Act (TESA) (S. 892). Discussions with OPIC, Export-Import Bank, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve OPIC and Ex-Im Bank services for the apparel and textile supply chain. International Trade Commission (ITC) AD/CVD duty case regarding 53-foot domestic dry containers. Trade-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Global Gateways Trade Capacity Act (S. 2201). Border Adjustability Tax issues. Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017 (HR 2028)

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: HR 644

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): 1.on implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). 2.on consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) 3.on negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. Issues discussed include: 1.rules of origin 2.duties 3.customs provisions 4.IPR provisions 5.Regulatory harmonization 6.Transportation measures 7.Government procurement. 8.Port maintenance issues 4.on the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. 5.on the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. 6.on implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 100 percent screening, 9801, de minimis, NAFTA, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, duty drawback, single window/ITDS Executive Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. 7.on foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). 8.on trade remedy laws, including proposals for prospective trade remedy systems and provisions included in the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). 9.on implementation of trade legislation including: 1.Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). 1.Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). 2.Including currency and investor state provisions. 2.Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). 1.Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. 3.Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). 10.on other trade initiatives and items, including: 1.Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. 2.Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. 3.Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. 4.GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). 5.Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. 6.The benefit of imports and global value chains. 7.Renewal of ExIm Bank. 8.GSP Update 9.Outdoor apparel classifications. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644), including fixes to athletic footwear and outdoor apparel classifications. Textile Enforcement and Security Act (TESA) (S. 892). Discussions with OPIC, Export-Import Bank, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve OPIC and Ex-Im Bank services for the apparel and textile supply chain. International Trade Commission (ITC) AD/CVD duty case regarding 53-foot domestic dry containers. Trade-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Global Gateways Trade Capacity Act (S. 2201). Border Adjustability Tax issues. Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017 (HR 2028)

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: HR 681

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration changes to the Hours of Service (HoS) rules. Discussions with Congress and Administration, including President, on disruptions of West and East/Gulf Coast ports due to labor disputes. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) on ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and PierPass. Comments to the Federal Maritime Commission on proposed discussion agreements between the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. National Freight Network Trust Fund Act (HR 935) Port Transparency Act (S. 1298). Protecting Orderly and Responsible Transit of Shipments Act of 2015 (PORTS Act) (S. 1519) FY 2017 Transportation Housing Appropriations legislation (on Hours of Service issues) (HR 5394). Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of 2015 (S. 808). Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act (FAST Act) (H.R. 22) Positive Train Control Enforcement and Implementation Act of 2015 (HR 3651). Issues related to the Hanjin bankruptcy.

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: HR 935

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): 1.on implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). 2.on consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) 3.on negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. Issues discussed include: 1.rules of origin 2.duties 3.customs provisions 4.IPR provisions 5.Regulatory harmonization 6.Transportation measures 7.Government procurement. 8.Port maintenance issues 4.on the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. 5.on the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. 6.on implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 100 percent screening, 9801, de minimis, NAFTA, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, duty drawback, single window/ITDS Executive Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. 7.on foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). 8.on trade remedy laws, including proposals for prospective trade remedy systems and provisions included in the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). 9.on implementation of trade legislation including: 1.Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). 1.Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). 2.Including currency and investor state provisions. 2.Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). 1.Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. 3.Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). 10.on other trade initiatives and items, including: 1.Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. 2.Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. 3.Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. 4.GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). 5.Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. 6.The benefit of imports and global value chains. 7.Renewal of ExIm Bank. 8.GSP Update 9.Outdoor apparel classifications. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644), including fixes to athletic footwear and outdoor apparel classifications. Textile Enforcement and Security Act (TESA) (S. 892). Discussions with OPIC, Export-Import Bank, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve OPIC and Ex-Im Bank services for the apparel and textile supply chain. International Trade Commission (ITC) AD/CVD duty case regarding 53-foot domestic dry containers. Trade-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Global Gateways Trade Capacity Act (S. 2201). Border Adjustability Tax issues. Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017 (HR 2028)

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: S 1267

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration changes to the Hours of Service (HoS) rules. Discussions with Congress and Administration, including President, on disruptions of West and East/Gulf Coast ports due to labor disputes. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) on ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and PierPass. Comments to the Federal Maritime Commission on proposed discussion agreements between the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. National Freight Network Trust Fund Act (HR 935) Port Transparency Act (S. 1298). Protecting Orderly and Responsible Transit of Shipments Act of 2015 (PORTS Act) (S. 1519) FY 2017 Transportation Housing Appropriations legislation (on Hours of Service issues) (HR 5394). Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of 2015 (S. 808). Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act (FAST Act) (H.R. 22) Positive Train Control Enforcement and Implementation Act of 2015 (HR 3651). Issues related to the Hanjin bankruptcy.

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: S. 1298

Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). Green labeling rules.

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: S.1518

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration changes to the Hours of Service (HoS) rules. Discussions with Congress and Administration, including President, on disruptions of West and East/Gulf Coast ports due to labor disputes. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) on ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and PierPass. Comments to the Federal Maritime Commission on proposed discussion agreements between the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. National Freight Network Trust Fund Act (HR 935) Port Transparency Act (S. 1298). Protecting Orderly and Responsible Transit of Shipments Act of 2015 (PORTS Act) (S. 1519) FY 2017 Transportation Housing Appropriations legislation (on Hours of Service issues) (HR 5394). Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of 2015 (S. 808). Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act (FAST Act) (H.R. 22) Positive Train Control Enforcement and Implementation Act of 2015 (HR 3651). Issues related to the Hanjin bankruptcy.

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: S. 1519

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): 1.on implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). 2.on consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) 3.on negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. Issues discussed include: 1.rules of origin 2.duties 3.customs provisions 4.IPR provisions 5.Regulatory harmonization 6.Transportation measures 7.Government procurement. 8.Port maintenance issues 4.on the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. 5.on the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. 6.on implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 100 percent screening, 9801, de minimis, NAFTA, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, duty drawback, single window/ITDS Executive Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. 7.on foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). 8.on trade remedy laws, including proposals for prospective trade remedy systems and provisions included in the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). 9.on implementation of trade legislation including: 1.Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). 1.Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). 2.Including currency and investor state provisions. 2.Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). 1.Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. 3.Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). 10.on other trade initiatives and items, including: 1.Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. 2.Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. 3.Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. 4.GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). 5.Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. 6.The benefit of imports and global value chains. 7.Renewal of ExIm Bank. 8.GSP Update 9.Outdoor apparel classifications. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644), including fixes to athletic footwear and outdoor apparel classifications. Textile Enforcement and Security Act (TESA) (S. 892). Discussions with OPIC, Export-Import Bank, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve OPIC and Ex-Im Bank services for the apparel and textile supply chain. International Trade Commission (ITC) AD/CVD duty case regarding 53-foot domestic dry containers. Trade-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Global Gateways Trade Capacity Act (S. 2201). Border Adjustability Tax issues. Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017 (HR 2028)

Client expense: — · Firm income: $10,000

Matched citations: S. 2201

Working on miscellaneous tariff bill reform. Duty Suspension Process Act (S. 260) and provisions included in the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). American Manufacturing Competitiveness Act of 2016 (H.R. 4923 and S. 2794) The ITC process established pursuant to the AMCA.

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Matched citations: S. 260

Working on miscellaneous tariff bill reform. Duty Suspension Process Act (S. 260) and provisions included in the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). American Manufacturing Competitiveness Act of 2016 (H.R. 4923 and S. 2794) The ITC process established pursuant to the AMCA.

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Matched citations: S. 2794