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Department of Homeland Security Secure American Federal Equipment Procurement Act-DHS SAFE Procurement Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
Department of Homeland Security Secure American Federal Equipment Procurement Act-DHS SAFE Procurement Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm:
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NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS via NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
2008 · fourth_quarter · Q4
H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Section 1207 -- provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti.
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Source: Senate LDA
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Department of Homeland Security Secure American Federal Equipment Procurement Act-DHS SAFE Procurement Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Department of Homeland Security Secure American Federal Equipment Procurement Act-DHS SAFE Procurement Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Department of Homeland Security Secure American Federal Equipment Procurement Act-DHS SAFE Procurement Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
Department of Homeland Security Secure American Federal Equipment Procurement Act-DHS SAFE Procurement Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
Department of Homeland Security Secure American Federal Equipment Procurement Act-DHS SAFE Procurement Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
Department of Homeland Security Secure American Federal Equipment Procurement Act-DHS SAFE Procurement Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. H.R.4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
Department of Homeland Security Secure American Federal Equipment Procurement Act-DHS SAFE Procurement Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the U.S. H.R. 1684 -- FY2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the U.S.
Department of Homeland Security Secure American Federal Equipment Procurement Act-DHS SAFE Procurement Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
Department of Homeland Security Secure American Federal Equipment Procurement Act-DHS SAFE Procurement Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
Currency Reform for Fair Trade Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Currency Reform for Fair Trade Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs)
Currency Reform for Fair Trade Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- Legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905/S. 652 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
Currency Reform for Fair Trade Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Currency Reform for Fair Trade Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Currency Reform for Fair Trade Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- Legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905/S. 652 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
Currency Reform for Fair Trade Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- Legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905/S. 652 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
Currency Reform for Fair Trade Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R.4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R.4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S.2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Domincan Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. H.R.4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S.2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Domincan Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develop a program to enhance trouser production.
United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
New Partnership for Development Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R.4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
New Partnership for Development Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S.2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Domincan Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develop a program to enhance trouser production.
New Partnership for Development Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
New Partnership for Development Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. H.R.4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
New Partnership for Development Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
New Partnership for Development Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- Legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905/S. 652 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
New Partnership for Development Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- Legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905/S. 652 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
New Partnership for Development Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
New Partnership for Development Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
New Partnership for Development Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
New Partnership for Development Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S.2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Domincan Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
New Partnership for Development Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
New Partnership for Development Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- Legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905/S. 652 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
New Partnership for Development Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
New Partnership for Development Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs)
To suspend temporarily the duty on certain synthetic staple fibers that are not carded, combed, or otherwise processed for spinning.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
To suspend temporarily the duty on certain synthetic staple fibers that are not carded, combed, or otherwise processed for spinning.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
To suspend temporarily the duty on certain synthetic staple fibers that are not carded, combed, or otherwise processed for spinning.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
To suspend temporarily the duty on certain synthetic staple fibers that are not carded, combed, or otherwise processed for spinning.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
To suspend temporarily the duty on certain synthetic staple fibers that are not carded, combed, or otherwise processed for spinning.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R.4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
To suspend temporarily the duty on certain synthetic staple fibers that are not carded, combed, or otherwise processed for spinning.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
To suspend temporarily the duty on certain synthetic staple fibers that are not carded, combed, or otherwise processed for spinning.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
To suspend temporarily the duty on certain synthetic staple fibers that are not carded, combed, or otherwise processed for spinning.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. H.R.4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
To extend the temporary suspension of duty on filament tow of rayon.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
To extend the temporary suspension of duty on filament tow of rayon.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R.4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
To extend the temporary suspension of duty on filament tow of rayon.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
To extend the temporary suspension of duty on filament tow of rayon.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
To extend the temporary suspension of duty on filament tow of rayon.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
To extend the temporary suspension of duty on filament tow of rayon.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
To extend the temporary suspension of duty on filament tow of rayon.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
To extend the temporary suspension of duty on filament tow of rayon.
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. H.R.4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
Andean Trade Preference Extension Act of 2008
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Andean Trade Preference Extension Act of 2008
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Andean Trade Preference Extension Act of 2008
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Andean Trade Preference Extension Act of 2008
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Andean Trade Preference Extension Act of 2008
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S.2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Domincan Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Andean Trade Preference Extension Act of 2008
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Andean Trade Preference Extension Act of 2008
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Andean Trade Preference Extension Act of 2008
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
Andean Trade Preference Extension Act of 2008
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. H.R.4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
Andean Trade Preference Extension Act of 2008
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S.2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Domincan Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develop a program to enhance trouser production.
Andean Trade Preference Extension Act of 2008
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R.4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S.2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Domincan Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develop a program to enhance trouser production.
United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S.2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Domincan Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Fair Currency Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Fair Currency Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- Legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905/S. 652 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
Fair Currency Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Fair Currency Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- Legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905/S. 652 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
Fair Currency Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs)
Fair Currency Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- Legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905/S. 652 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
Fair Currency Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Fair Currency Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R.4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
Berry Amendment Extension Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
Berry Amendment Extension Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Berry Amendment Extension Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
Berry Amendment Extension Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the U.S. H.R. 1684 -- FY2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the U.S.
Berry Amendment Extension Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
Berry Amendment Extension Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. H.R.4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
Berry Amendment Extension Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
Berry Amendment Extension Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Berry Amendment Extension Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Berry Amendment Extension Act
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
Currency Exchange Rate Oversight Reform Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Currency Exchange Rate Oversight Reform Act of 2007
Client: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS · Firm: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- Legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905/S. 652 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- Legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905/S. 652 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Security Agency (NSA), Natl Security Council (NSC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS via NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
2008 · third_quarter · Q3
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- Legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905/S. 652 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Deparrment of Commerce.
H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Section 1207 -- provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti.
S. 2663/H.R. 4040 -- the Consumer Product Safety Commission Reform Act. Provisions dealing with testing and standards regarding the use of formaldehyde in textiles and apparel.
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S.2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008 by implementing a China Monitoring Program to ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from China. U.S.-Domincan Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develop a program to enhance trouser production.
Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Security Agency (NSA), Natl Security Council (NSC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS via NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
2008 · second_quarter · Q2
Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Section 1207 -- provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti.
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their curencies for economic advantage. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
S. 2663/H.R. 4040 -- the Consumer Product Safety Commission Reform Act. Provisions dealing with testing and standards regarding the use of formaldehyde in textiles and apparel.
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand th Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S.652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S. 2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in txtiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. H.R. 4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Dominican Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Deparrment of Commerce.
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- Legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905/S. 652 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 5724/S.2830 -- U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 2419 (Public Law 110-234) -- Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776/H.S. 6387 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufactured in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would receive preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31, 2008. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008. U.S.-Domincan Republic Trouser Program -- worked with the Administration and Congress to develp a program to enhance trouser production.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Security Agency (NSA), Natl Security Council (NSC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2008 · first_quarter · Q1
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. H.R.4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
H.R. 2419 -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Section 1207 -- provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton.
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the U.S. H.R. 1684 -- FY2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the U.S.
Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce.
H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from Least Developed Countries (LDCs)
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Worked with Congress and Executive Branch regarding effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically, an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. Organization also worked on changes to the CAFTA short-supply model as well as an expanded trade proposal for the Dominican Republic to provide more flexibility relative to the sourcing of trouser fabrics. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. S. 2776 -- Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 5264 -- Andean Trade Preference Extension Act -- to extend trade preferences for the Andean region through December 31 2008. H.R. 782/H.R. 2942/S. 796/S. 1607 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing new tools to manufacturers and the Administration to deal with countries who manipulate their currencies for economic advantage. H.R.4413/4414/4415/4416/4417/4418/4419/4425/4426/4427/4428/4436/4437/4438/4433/4434/4435/4439/4440/5092/ 5093/5094 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on acrylic fiber. H.R. 5095/5096/5097/5098 -- Legislation to suspend the duties on rayon fiber. Appropriations -- worked with Congress to ensure submission of a request to continue funding for textile enforcement at the Department of Homeland Security in the FY2009 appropriations process and to provide funding for an expanded import monitoring program at the Department of Commerce. Working with Congress and the Administration to evaluate options to address the end of safeguards on Chinese textile and apparel products at the end of 2008.
S. 2663 -- the Consumer Product Safety Commission Reform Act. Provisions dealing with testing and standards regarding the use of formaldehyde in textiles and apparel.
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2007 · year_end · YY
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Work with Congress and Executive Branch on effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. H.R. 504/S. 318 -- Legislation to redesignate the Special Textile Negotiator of the U.S. Trade Representative as the Chief Textile Negotiator and confer the rank of Ambassador upon that position. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3093/S. 1745/ H.R. 2764 -- FY2008 Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Bill. Title I -- Import Administration -- Report Language on proactive trade enforcement activities including textile safeguard actions. Title I -- Trade Promotion and U.S. Commercial Service -- Report language designating funding for two textile-related trade promotion programs intended to broaden and deepen U.S. textile exports. Title IV -- Office of the U.S. Trade Representative -- Report language directing USTR to report within 60 days of enactment regarding its adherence to the textile negotiating objectives of the Trade Act of 2002. H.R. 2638/ H.R. 2764 -- FY2008 Homeland Security Appropriations bill -- Title II -- In-bond Cargo and Container Security -- Report language requiring CBP to report no later than January 31, 2008, on its FY2007 tests of COTS technology to address the use of in-bond diversion to conceal textile transshipment. Title II -- CBP Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for CBP textile enforcement activities and requires that those activities are maintained at FY 2006 levels. Title II -- ICE Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for ICE textile enforcement activities. S. 1644/H.R. 2764 -- FY 2008 Homeland Security Appropriations bill -- Title II -- CBP Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for CBP textile enforcement activities as authorized by Section 352 of the Trade Act of 2002. Title II -- ICE Textile Enforcement Activities -- Report language designating $4.75 million for ICE textile enforcement activities as authorized by the Trade Act of 2002. H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 -- The Farm Nutrition and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Sec. 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton.
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Work with members of Congress and Executive Branch on effective implementation of DR-CAFTA agreement, specifically an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. H.R. 504/S. 318 -- Legislation to redesignate the Special Textile Negotiator of the U.S. Trade Representative as the Chief Textile Negotiator and confer the rank of Ambassador upon that position. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3093/S. 1745/ H.R. 2764 -- FY2008 Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Bill. Title I -- Import Administration -- Report Language on proactive trade enforcement activities including textile safeguard actions. Title I -- Trade Promotion and U.S. Commercial Service -- Report language designating funding for two textile-related trade promotion programs intended to broaden and deepen U.S. textile exports. Title IV -- Office of the U.S. Trade Representative -- Report language directing USTR to report within 60 days of enactment regarding its adherence to the textile negotiating objectives of the Trade Act of 2002. H.R. 2638/ H.R. 2764 -- FY2008 Homeland Security Appropriations bill -- Title II -- In-bond Cargo and Container Security -- Report language requiring CBP to report no later than January 31, 2008, on its FY2007 tests of COTS technology to address the use of in-bond diversion to conceal textile transshipment. Title II -- CBP Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for CBP textile enforcement activities and requires that those activities are maintained at FY 2006 levels. Title II -- ICE Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for ICE textile enforcement activities. S. 1644/H.R. 2764 -- FY 2008 Homeland Security Appropriations bill -- Title II -- CBP Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for CBP textile enforcement activities as authorized by Section 352 of the Trade Act of 2002. Title II -- ICE Textile Enforcement Activities -- Report language designating $4.75 million for ICE textile enforcement activities as authorized by the Trade Act of 2002. H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market. H.R. 782/S. 796/H.R. 2942/S. 1607/S. 1677 -- Currency Manipulation -- All provisions of these legislative proposals addressing currency manipulation and providing dumping and countervailing duty remedies to equalize the advantage that foreign countries provide to their exporters by manipulating their currencies. H.R. 2600 -- Border Tax Equity Act of 2007 -- Legislation to authorize the imposition of a tax on imports from any country that employs indirect taxes and grants tax rebates of exports. Authorizes compensatory payments to eligible United States exporters to neutralize the discriminatory effect of such taxes if United States trade negotiating objectives regarding border tax treatment in World Trade Organization negotiations are not met.
S. 1677 -- the Currency Reform and Financial Markets Act of 2007 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing the Department of Treasury and Congress new authority to address situations where currency manipulation is being used for economic advantage. H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 782/S. 796/H.R. 2942/S. 1607 -- Currency Manipulation -- All provisions of these legislative proposals addressing currency manipulation and providing dumping and countervailing duty remedies to equalize the advantage that foreign countries provide to their exporters by manipulating their currencies.
H.R. 2419 -- The Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Section 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton.
H.R. 2600 -- Border Tax Equity Act of 2007 -- Legislation to authorize the imposition of a tax on imports from any country that employs indirect taxes and grants tax rebates of exports. Authorizes compensatory payments to eligible United States exporters to neutralize the discriminatory effect of such taxes if United States trade negotiating objectives regarding border tax treatment in World Trade Organization negotiations are not met.
H.R. 2638/ H.R. 2764 -- FY2008 Homeland Security Appropriations bill -- Title II -- In-bond Cargo and Container Security -- Report language requiring CBP to report no later than January 31, 2008, on its FY2007 tests of COTS technology to address the use of in-bond diversion to conceal textile transshipment. Title II -- CBP Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for CBP textile enforcement activities and requires that those activities are maintained at FY 2006 levels. Title II -- ICE Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for ICE textile enforcement activities. S. 1644/H.R. 2764 -- FY 2008 Homeland Security Appropriations bill -- Title II -- CBP Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for CBP textile enforcement activities as authorized by Section 352 of the Trade Act of 2002. Title II -- ICE Textile Enforcement Activities -- Report language designating $4.75 million for ICE textile enforcement activities as authorized by the Trade Act of 2002. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
H.R. 3093/S. 1745/ H.R. 2764 -- FY2008 Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Bill. Title I -- Import Administration -- Report Language on proactive trade enforcement activities including textile safeguard actions. Title I -- Trade Promotion and U.S. Commercial Service -- Report language designating funding for two textile-related trade promotion programs intended to broaden and deepen U.S. textile exports. Title IV -- Office of the U.S. Trade Representative -- Report language directing USTR to report within 60 days of enactment regarding its adherence to the textile negotiating objectives of the Trade Act of 2002. H.R. 2638/ H.R. 2764 -- FY2008 Homeland Security Appropriations bill -- Title II -- In-bond Cargo and Container Security -- Report language requiring CBP to report no later than January 31, 2008, on its FY2007 tests of COTS technology to address the use of in-bond diversion to conceal textile transshipment. Title II -- CBP Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for CBP textile enforcement activities and requires that those activities are maintained at FY 2006 levels. Title II -- ICE Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for ICE textile enforcement activities. S. 1644/H.R. 2764 -- FY 2008 Homeland Security Appropriations bill -- Title II -- CBP Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for CBP textile enforcement activities as authorized by Section 352 of the Trade Act of 2002. Title II -- ICE Textile Enforcement Activities -- Report language designating $4.75 million for ICE textile enforcement activities as authorized by the Trade Act of 2002.
DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Work with Congress and Executive Branch on effective implementation of DR-CAFTA. Specifically an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. S. 652/ H.R. 3905 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3688/S. 2113 -- U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- Implementing rules and regulations for P.L. 109-142 that was enacted during the 109th Congress. All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. New proposals to further expand trade preferences for Haiti. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement Vietnam Import Monitoring -- ensure effective implementation and analysis of imports of certain apparel from Vietnam. Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan/Afghanistan -- Proposal to provide that products manufacturerd in these zones, including certain textile and apparel products, would recieve preferential access to the U.S. market.
H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Security Council (NSC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), UNDETERMINED
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS via NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
2007 · year_end · YY
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Security Council (NSC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS via NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
2007 · mid_year · MM
DOD Rule -- Proposal to exempt commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) items from the domestic source restrictions.
H.R. 782/S. 796/H.R. 2942/S. 1607/S. 1677 -- Currency Manipulation -- All provisions of these legislative proposals addressing currency manipulation and providing dumping and countervailing duty remedies to equalize the advantage that foreign countries provide to their exporters by manipulating their currencies. H.R. 504/S. 318 -- Legislation to redesignate the Special Textile Negotiator of the U.S. Trade Representative as the Chief Textile Negotiator and confer the rank of Ambassador upon that position. H.R. 1001/S. 222 -- Haiti Trade Preference Certification -- Legislation to extend the date for the President to certify that Haiti has met the necessary requirements under the legislation for trade preferences under the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act. S. 367 -- The Decent Working Conditions and Fair Compensation Act -- Legislation to ban the sale in the U.S. of products made in factories found to violate core labor rights. S. 652 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 1830 -- Andean Trade Preference Act Extension -- legislation to extend trade preferences to the Andean nations until February 29, 2008. U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. H.R. 2600 -- Border Tax Equity Act of 2007 -- Legislation to authorize the imposition of a tax on imports from any country that employs indirect taxes and grants tax rebates of exports. Authorizes compensatory payments to eligible United States exporters to neutralize the discriminatory effect of such taxes if United States trade negotiating objectives regarding border tax treatment in World Trade Organization negotiations are not met. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- Implementing rules and regulations for P.L. 109-142 that was enacted during the 109th Congress. All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement textiles and apparel. Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan and Afghanistan -- Proposal to allow duty-free entry for certain textile and apparel articles from Pakistan and Afghanistan. All provisions relating to duty-treatment, customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- Monitoring of U.S. Department of Commerce monitoring program on apparel imports from Vietnam to determine whether dumping is occuring in the U.S. market. DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Work with members of Congress and Executive Branch on effective implementation of DR-CAFTA agreement, specifically an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change.
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS via NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
2006 · year_end · YY
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Security Council (NSC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS via NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
2006 · mid_year · MM
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS via NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
2005 · year_end · YY
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Defense, Dept of (DOD), Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS via NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEXTILE ORGANIZATIONS
2005 · mid_year · RR
H.R. 1830 -- Andean Trade Preference Act Extension -- legislation to extend trade preferences to the Andean nations until February 29, 2008. U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- Implementing rules and regulations for P.L. 109-142 that was enacted during the 109th Congress. All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement textiles and apparel. Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan and Afghanistan -- Proposal to allow duty-free entry for certain textile and apparel articles from Pakistan and Afghanistan. All provisions relating to duty-treatment, customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- Monitoring of U.S. Department of Commerce monitoring program on apparel imports from Vietnam to determine whether dumping is occuring in the U.S. market. DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Work with members of Congress and Executive Branch on effective implementation of DR-CAFTA agreement, specifically an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change. S. 652 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs).
H.R. 2638 -- FY2008 Homeland Security Appropriations bill -- Title II -- In-bond Cargo and Container Security -- Report language requiring CBP to report no later than January 31, 2008, on its FY2007 tests of COTS technology to address the use of in-bond diversion to conceal textile transshipment. Title II -- CBP Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for CBP textile enforcement activities and requires that those activities are maintained at FY 2006 levels. Title II -- ICE Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for ICE textile enforcement activities. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S. 1644 -- FY 2008 Homeland Security Appropriations bill -- Title II -- CBP Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for CBP textile enforcement activities as authorized by Section 352 of the Trade Act of 2002. Title II -- ICE Textile Enforcement Activities -- Report language designating $4.75 million for ICE textile enforcement activities as authorized by the Trade Act of 2002.
textiles and apparel. Reconstruction Opportunity Zones for Pakistan and Afghanistan -- Proposal to allow duty-free entry for certain textile and apparel articles from Pakistan and Afghanistan. All provisions relating to duty-treatment, customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. Vietnam Import Monitoring -- Monitoring of U.S. Department of Commerce monitoring program on apparel imports from Vietnam to determine whether dumping is occuring in the U.S. market. H.R. 2419 -- The Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Section 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton. H.R. 504/S. 318 -- Legislation to redesignate the Special Textile Negotiator of the U.S. Trade Representative as the Chief Textile Negotiator and confer the rank of Ambassador upon that position. H.R. 1001/S. 222 -- Haiti Trade Preference Certification -- Legislation to extend the date for the President to certify that Haiti has met the necessary requirements under the legislation for trade preferences under the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act. S. 367 -- The Decent Working Conditions and Fair Compensation Act -- Legislation to ban the sale in the U.S. of products made in factories found to violate core labor rights. H.R. 917/H.R. 1686 -- Legislation to expand the Berry Amendment to the Department of Homeland Security and to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. H.R. 1684 -- FY 2008 Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, Title IV, Section 407, to require that uniforms, protective gear, badges and identification cards of Homeland Security personnel be manufactured in the United States. S. 652 -- Legislation to provide duty-free access for textiles and apparel from least developed countries (LDCs). H.R. 3093 -- FY2008 Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Bill. Title I -- Import Administration -- Report Language on proactive trade enforcement activities including textile safeguard actions. Title I -- Trade Promotion and U.S. Commercial Service -- Report language designating funding for two textile-related trade promotion programs intended to broaden and deepen U.S. textile exports. Title IV -- Office of the U.S. Trade Representative -- Report language directing USTR to report within 60 days of enactment regarding its adherence to the textile negotiating objectives of the Trade Act of 2002. H.R. 2638 -- FY2008 Homeland Security Appropriations bill -- Title II -- In-bond Cargo and Container Security -- Report language requiring CBP to report no later than January 31, 2008, on its FY2007 tests of COTS technology to address the use of in-bond diversion to conceal textile transshipment. Title II -- CBP Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for CBP textile enforcement activities and requires that those activities are maintained at FY 2006 levels. Title II -- ICE Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for ICE textile enforcement activities. S. 1644 -- FY 2008 Homeland Security Appropriations bill -- Title II -- CBP Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for CBP textile enforcement activities as authorized by Section 352 of the Trade Act of 2002. Title II -- ICE Textile Enforcement Activities -- Report language designating $4.75 million for ICE textile enforcement activities as authorized by the Trade Act of 2002. H.R. 1830 -- Andean Trade Preference Act Extension -- legislation to extend trade preferences to the Andean nations until February 29, 2008. U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Peru trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Columbia trade in textiles and apparel. U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement -- all provisions relating to U.S.-Korea trade in textiles and apparel. Hatian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (P.L. 109-432) -- Implementing rules and regulations for P.L. 109-142 that was enacted during the 109th Congress. All provisions relating to customs enforcement and rules of origin for textiles and apparel. Doha Round -- WTO Multilateral Negotiations -- all provisions relating to tariff rates, rules of origin and customs enforcement DR-CAFTA Implementation -- Work with members of Congress and Executive Branch on effective implementation of DR-CAFTA agreement, specifically an agreement to implement a rule of origin change for pocketing and necessary compensation for making such change.
of enactment regarding its adherence to the textile negotiating objectives of the Trade Act of 2002. H.R. 2638 -- FY2008 Homeland Security Appropriations bill -- Title II -- In-bond Cargo and Container Security -- Report language requiring CBP to report no later than January 31, 2008, on its FY2007 tests of COTS technology to address the use of in-bond diversion to conceal textile transshipment. Title II -- CBP Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for CBP textile enforcement activities and requires that those activities are maintained at FY 2006 levels. Title II -- ICE Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for ICE textile enforcement activities. S. 1644 -- FY 2008 Homeland Security Appropriations bill -- Title II -- CBP Textile Transshipment Enforcement -- Report language designating $4.75 million for CBP textile enforcement activities as authorized by Section 352 of the Trade Act of 2002. Title II -- ICE Textile Enforcement Activities -- Report language designating $4.75 million for ICE textile enforcement activities as authorized by the Trade Act of 2002. H.R. 3093 -- FY2008 Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Bill. Title I -- Import Administration -- Report Language on proactive trade enforcement activities including textile safeguard actions. Title I -- Trade Promotion and U.S. Commercial Service -- Report language designating funding for two textile-related trade promotion programs intended to broaden and deepen U.S. textile exports. Title IV -- Office of the U.S. Trade Representative -- Report language directing USTR to report within 60 days
H.R. 2419 -- The Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act of 2007 -- Title I, Section 1207 -- Provisions to provide economic adjustment assistance to users of upland cotton.
H.R. 2600 -- Border Tax Equity Act of 2007 -- Legislation to authorize the imposition of a tax on imports from any country that employs indirect taxes and grants tax rebates of exports. Authorizes compensatory payments to eligible United States exporters to neutralize the discriminatory effect of such taxes if United States trade negotiating objectives regarding border tax treatment in World Trade Organization negotiations are not met.
S. 1677 -- the Currency Reform and Financial Markets Act of 2007 -- legislation tightening the definition of currency manipulation and providing the Department of Treasury and Congress new authority to address situations where currency manipulation is being used for economic advantage.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Security Council (NSC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)