DANIELLE IVERSON

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 Tax issues.

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)

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) oon 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: rules of origin duties customs provisions IPR provisions Regulatory harmonization Transportation measures Government procurement. Port maintenance issues oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. oon 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. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including: Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. GSP Update 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 Tax issues.

Miscellaneous Trade (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): 1.on implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). 2.on negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. 3.on AGOA and other existing preference programs. 4.on implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 9801, de minimis, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, single window/ITDS Executive Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. 5.on foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). 6.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). 7.on 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) 8.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. Discussions with OPIC, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve 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).

Miscellaneous Trade (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 9801, de minimis, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, single window/ITDS Executive Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including. Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. Textile Enforcement and Security Act (TESA) (S. 892). Discussions with OPIC, Export-Import Bank, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve 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).

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) oon 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: rules of origin duties customs provisions IPR provisions Regulatory harmonization Transportation measures Government procurement. oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. oon 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. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including: Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. GSP Update 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).

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) oon 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: rules of origin duties customs provisions IPR provisions Regulatory harmonization Transportation measures Government procurement. Port maintenance issues oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. oon 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. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including: Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. GSP Update 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.

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. 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).

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) oon 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: rules of origin duties customs provisions IPR provisions Regulatory harmonization Transportation measures Government procurement. Port maintenance issues oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. oon 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. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including: Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. GSP Update 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 Tax issues.

Miscellaneous Trade (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): 1.on implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). 2.on negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. 3.on AGOA and other existing preference programs. 4.on implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 9801, de minimis, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, single window/ITDS Executive Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. 5.on foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). 6.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). 7.on 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) 8.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. Discussions with OPIC, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve 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).

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)

Miscellaneous Trade (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 9801, de minimis, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, single window/ITDS Executive Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including. Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. Textile Enforcement and Security Act (TESA) (S. 892). Discussions with OPIC, Export-Import Bank, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve 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).

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. 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).

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) oon 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: rules of origin duties customs provisions IPR provisions Regulatory harmonization Transportation measures Government procurement. oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. oon 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. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including: Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. GSP Update 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).

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) oon 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: rules of origin duties customs provisions IPR provisions Regulatory harmonization Transportation measures Government procurement. Port maintenance issues oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. oon 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. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including: Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. GSP Update 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.

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 Tax issues.

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)

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)

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) oon 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: rules of origin duties customs provisions IPR provisions Regulatory harmonization Transportation measures Government procurement. Port maintenance issues oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. oon 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. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including: Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. GSP Update 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.

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. 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).

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029).

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508).

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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). Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508).

Product Safety (CSP) 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029).

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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 2016 Transportation Housing Appropriations legislation (on Hours of Service issues) (HR 2577). 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). Product Safety 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method. Reinforcing American- Made Products Act of 2015 (S.1518).

Miscellaneous Trade (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): 1.on implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). 2.on negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. 3.on AGOA and other existing preference programs. 4.on implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 9801, de minimis, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, single window/ITDS Executive Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. 5.on foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). 6.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). 7.on 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) 8.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. Discussions with OPIC, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve 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).

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Border Adjustability Tax issues. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

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 Tax issues.

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) oon 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: rules of origin duties customs provisions IPR provisions Regulatory harmonization Transportation measures Government procurement. oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. oon 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. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including: Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. GSP Update 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).

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508).

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508).

Miscellaneous Trade (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 9801, de minimis, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, single window/ITDS Executive Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including. Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. Textile Enforcement and Security Act (TESA) (S. 892). Discussions with OPIC, Export-Import Bank, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve 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).

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508).

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) oon 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: rules of origin duties customs provisions IPR provisions Regulatory harmonization Transportation measures Government procurement. Port maintenance issues oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. oon 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. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including: Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. GSP Update 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 Tax issues.

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) oon 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: rules of origin duties customs provisions IPR provisions Regulatory harmonization Transportation measures Government procurement. Port maintenance issues oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. oon 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. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including: Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. GSP Update 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.

Miscellaneous Trade (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 9801, de minimis, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, single window/ITDS Executive Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including. Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. Textile Enforcement and Security Act (TESA) (S. 892). Discussions with OPIC, Export-Import Bank, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve 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).

Miscellaneous Trade (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): 1.on implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). 2.on negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP), International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. 3.on AGOA and other existing preference programs. 4.on implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 9801, de minimis, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, single window/ITDS Executive Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. 5.on foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). 6.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). 7.on 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) 8.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. Discussions with OPIC, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve 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).

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) oon 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: rules of origin duties customs provisions IPR provisions Regulatory harmonization Transportation measures Government procurement. Port maintenance issues oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. oon 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. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including: Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. GSP Update 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 Tax issues.

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 Tax issues.

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) oon 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: rules of origin duties customs provisions IPR provisions Regulatory harmonization Transportation measures Government procurement. oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. oon 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. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including: Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. GSP Update 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).

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)

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. 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).

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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). Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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 2016 Transportation Housing Appropriations legislation (on Hours of Service issues) (HR 2577). 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). Product Safety 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method. Reinforcing American- Made Products Act of 2015 (S.1518).

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Border Adjustability Tax issues. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

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.

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508).

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508).

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508).

Product Safety (CSP) 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029).

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508).

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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). Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508).

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029).

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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 2016 Transportation Housing Appropriations legislation (on Hours of Service issues) (HR 2577). 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). Product Safety 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method. Reinforcing American- Made Products Act of 2015 (S.1518).

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Border Adjustability Tax issues. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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 2016 Transportation Housing Appropriations legislation (on Hours of Service issues) (HR 2577). 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). Product Safety 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method. Reinforcing American- Made Products Act of 2015 (S.1518).

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.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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 2016 Transportation Housing Appropriations legislation (on Hours of Service issues) (HR 2577). 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). Product Safety 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method. Reinforcing American- Made Products Act of 2015 (S.1518).

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.

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.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

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.

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.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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). Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

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.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Border Adjustability Tax issues. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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). Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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 2016 Transportation Housing Appropriations legislation (on Hours of Service issues) (HR 2577). 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). Product Safety 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method. Reinforcing American- Made Products Act of 2015 (S.1518).

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Border Adjustability Tax issues. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Border Adjustability Tax issues. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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 2016 Transportation Housing Appropriations legislation (on Hours of Service issues) (HR 2577). 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). Product Safety 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method. Reinforcing American- Made Products Act of 2015 (S.1518).

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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). Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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). Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508).

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508).

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508).

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508).

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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508).

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Border Adjustability Tax issues. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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). Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Border Adjustability Tax issues. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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). Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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 2016 Transportation Housing Appropriations legislation (on Hours of Service issues) (HR 2577). 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). Product Safety 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method. Reinforcing American- Made Products Act of 2015 (S.1518).

Transportation 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. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. 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 the 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. Product Safety (CSP) 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. oFrank Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (S. 697). oThe 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. Product safety-related provisions in Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 2029). Discussions with Administration on European chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Youth Sports Concussion Act (HR 4460/S 2508). Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. FY 2016 Labor, Health, and Human Services House and Senate Appropriations legislation (on NLRB issues). Discussions with Departments of Labor and State on the U.S. Governments proposed National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct. NLRB issues. Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Overtime rules. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2015 (S. 698). Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2015 (S. 1518). Green labeling rules. Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015 (HR 636). Remote Transactions Parity Act of 2015 (HR 2775/S.1518). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. USTR Special 301 Report, including notorious markets report. Innovation Act (HR 9). The PATENT Act. (S 1137). Alibaba intellectual property practices. Other Save American Workers Act (HR 30). Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Tax reform/extenders. Border Adjustability Tax issues. Secret Science Reform Act of 2015 (HR 1030). Preserving LIFO accounting method.

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) oon 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: rules of origin duties customs provisions IPR provisions Regulatory harmonization Transportation measures Government procurement. oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. oon 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. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including: Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. GSP Update 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).

Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon consideration of pending free trade agreements, including Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) oon 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: rules of origin duties customs provisions IPR provisions Regulatory harmonization Transportation measures Government procurement. Port maintenance issues oon the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) and other existing preference programs. oon the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including expansion to incorporate travel goods for all GSP beneficiary countries. oon 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. oon foreign trade barriers and practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon 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). oon implementation of trade legislation including: Trade Promotion Authority (HR 2146/HR 1314). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA). Including currency and investor state provisions. Trade Preferences Extension Act (HR 1295/S 1267). Including Trade Adjustment Assistance. Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (HR 644). oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Extension of expired or expiring trade programs, including GSP, Haiti, AGOA, the Morocco TPL, the Bahrain TPL, the Nicaragua TPL. Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. GSP Update (S 340, HR 681). Efforts to reduce duties on certain athletic footwear. The benefit of imports and global value chains. Renewal of ExIm Bank. GSP Update 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.