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Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
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TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION via AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o U.S. participation in, and funding for, International Labor Organization (ILO), o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang, o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases, o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78), o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers, and o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs).
Source: Senate LDA
Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502) Discussion with EPA on treatment of used textile waste as U.S.-origin inputs under FTAs Discussions with Congress on textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: e-Filing implementation Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act) - in support of o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626) - o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782)
Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environmentDiscussions with Congress on r textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 oThe Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) oUpdates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan
Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Trade Review Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environmentDiscussions with Congress on r textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 oThe Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) oUpdates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan
Trade Review Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Trade Review Act of 2025
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Trade Review Act of 2025
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Trade Review Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Trade Review Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502) Discussion with EPA on treatment of used textile waste as U.S.-origin inputs under FTAs Discussions with Congress on textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: e-Filing implementation Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act) - in support of o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626) - o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782)
Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o U.S. participation in, and funding for, International Labor Organization (ILO), o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang, o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases, o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78), o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers, and o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs). Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: o e-Filing implementation, o Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), o Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners, o Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards, o Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFASrestrictions by the European Union and EU Member States, o Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list, o Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs, o Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling, o Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, o Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers, o Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts o Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band. IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Continuing Appropriations, Agriculture, Legislative Branch, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Extensions Act, 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environmentDiscussions with Congress on r textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 oThe Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) oUpdates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan
Continuing Appropriations, Agriculture, Legislative Branch, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Extensions Act, 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base.
Continuing Appropriations, Agriculture, Legislative Branch, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Extensions Act, 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base.
Continuing Appropriations, Agriculture, Legislative Branch, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Extensions Act, 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base.
Continuing Appropriations, Agriculture, Legislative Branch, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Extensions Act, 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o U.S. participation in, and funding for, International Labor Organization (ILO), o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang, o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases, o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78), o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers, and o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs). Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: o e-Filing implementation, o Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), o Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners, o Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards, o Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFASrestrictions by the European Union and EU Member States, o Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list, o Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs, o Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling, o Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, o Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers, o Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts o Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band. IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
Continuing Appropriations, Agriculture, Legislative Branch, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Extensions Act, 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502) Discussion with EPA on treatment of used textile waste as U.S.-origin inputs under FTAs Discussions with Congress on textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: e-Filing implementation Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act) - in support of o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626) - o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782)
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environmentDiscussions with Congress on r textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 oThe Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) oUpdates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o U.S. participation in, and funding for, International Labor Organization (ILO), o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang, o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases, o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78), o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers, and o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs). Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: o e-Filing implementation, o Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), o Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners, o Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards, o Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFASrestrictions by the European Union and EU Member States, o Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list, o Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs, o Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling, o Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, o Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers, o Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts o Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band. IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environmentDiscussions with Congress on r textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 oThe Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) oUpdates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan
Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Recycled Materials Attribution Act of 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o U.S. participation in, and funding for, International Labor Organization (ILO), o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang, o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases, o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78), o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers, and o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs). Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: o e-Filing implementation, o Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), o Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners, o Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards, o Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFASrestrictions by the European Union and EU Member States, o Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list, o Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs, o Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling, o Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, o Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers, o Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts o Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band. IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
Recycled Materials Attribution Act of 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides.
Recycled Materials Attribution Act of 2026
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502) Discussion with EPA on treatment of used textile waste as U.S.-origin inputs under FTAs Discussions with Congress on textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Recycled Materials Attribution Act of 2026
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides.
Recycled Materials Attribution Act of 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502) Discussion with EPA on treatment of used textile waste as U.S.-origin inputs under FTAs Discussions with Congress on textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: e-Filing implementation Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act) - in support of o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626) - o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782)
Recycled Materials Attribution Act of 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502) Discussion with EPA on treatment of used textile waste as U.S.-origin inputs under FTAs Discussions with Congress on textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base.
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o U.S. participation in, and funding for, International Labor Organization (ILO), o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang, o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases, o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78), o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers, and o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs). Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: o e-Filing implementation, o Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), o Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners, o Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards, o Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFASrestrictions by the European Union and EU Member States, o Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list, o Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs, o Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling, o Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, o Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers, o Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts o Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band. IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
BUILD America 250 Act
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band.
BUILD America 250 Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band.
BUILD America 250 Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o U.S. participation in, and funding for, International Labor Organization (ILO), o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang, o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases, o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78), o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers, and o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs). Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: o e-Filing implementation, o Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), o Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners, o Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards, o Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFASrestrictions by the European Union and EU Member States, o Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list, o Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs, o Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling, o Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, o Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers, o Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts o Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band. IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2027
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base.
Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2027
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o U.S. participation in, and funding for, International Labor Organization (ILO), o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang, o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases, o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78), o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers, and o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs). Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: o e-Filing implementation, o Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), o Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners, o Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards, o Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFASrestrictions by the European Union and EU Member States, o Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list, o Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs, o Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling, o Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, o Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers, o Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts o Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band. IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502) Discussion with EPA on treatment of used textile waste as U.S.-origin inputs under FTAs Discussions with Congress on textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environmentDiscussions with Congress on r textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environmentDiscussions with Congress on r textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 oThe Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) oUpdates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan
Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides.
Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides.
Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environmentDiscussions with Congress on r textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502) Discussion with EPA on treatment of used textile waste as U.S.-origin inputs under FTAs Discussions with Congress on textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o U.S. participation in, and funding for, International Labor Organization (ILO), o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang, o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases, o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78), o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers, and o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs). Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: o e-Filing implementation, o Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), o Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners, o Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards, o Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFASrestrictions by the European Union and EU Member States, o Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list, o Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs, o Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling, o Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, o Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers, o Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts o Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band. IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502) Discussion with EPA on treatment of used textile waste as U.S.-origin inputs under FTAs Discussions with Congress on textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: e-Filing implementation Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act) - in support of o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626) - o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782)
Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502) Discussion with EPA on treatment of used textile waste as U.S.-origin inputs under FTAs Discussions with Congress on textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: e-Filing implementation Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act) - in support of o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626) - o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782)
Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environmentDiscussions with Congress on r textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 oThe Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) oUpdates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan
Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Trade Review Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Trade Review Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environmentDiscussions with Congress on r textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 oThe Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) oUpdates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan
Trade Review Act of 2025
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Trade Review Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502) Discussion with EPA on treatment of used textile waste as U.S.-origin inputs under FTAs Discussions with Congress on textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: e-Filing implementation Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act) - in support of o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626) - o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782)
Trade Review Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Trade Review Act of 2025
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o U.S. participation in, and funding for, International Labor Organization (ILO), o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang, o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases, o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78), o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers, and o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs). Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: o e-Filing implementation, o Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), o Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners, o Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards, o Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFASrestrictions by the European Union and EU Member States, o Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list, o Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs, o Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling, o Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, o Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers, o Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts o Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band. IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502) Discussion with EPA on treatment of used textile waste as U.S.-origin inputs under FTAs Discussions with Congress on textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: e-Filing implementation Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act) - in support of o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626) - o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782)
Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environmentDiscussions with Congress on r textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 oThe Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) oUpdates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan
ReportScams.gov Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o U.S. participation in, and funding for, International Labor Organization (ILO), o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang, o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases, o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78), o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers, and o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs). Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: o e-Filing implementation, o Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), o Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners, o Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards, o Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFASrestrictions by the European Union and EU Member States, o Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list, o Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs, o Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling, o Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, o Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers, o Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts o Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band. IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
ReportScams.gov Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
ReportScams.gov Act
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base.
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o U.S. participation in, and funding for, International Labor Organization (ILO), o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang, o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases, o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78), o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers, and o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs). Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: o e-Filing implementation, o Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), o Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners, o Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards, o Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFASrestrictions by the European Union and EU Member States, o Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list, o Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs, o Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling, o Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, o Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers, o Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts o Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band. IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
SOCIAL MEDIA Act
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
SOCIAL MEDIA Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
SOCIAL MEDIA Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o U.S. participation in, and funding for, International Labor Organization (ILO), o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang, o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases, o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78), o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers, and o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs). Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: o e-Filing implementation, o Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), o Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners, o Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards, o Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFASrestrictions by the European Union and EU Member States, o Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list, o Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs, o Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling, o Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, o Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers, o Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts o Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band. IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environmentDiscussions with Congress on r textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 oThe Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) oUpdates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan
Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
SOCIAL MEDIA Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 oThe Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) oUpdates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan
SOCIAL MEDIA Act
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 oThe Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) oUpdates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan
SOCIAL MEDIA Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environmentDiscussions with Congress on r textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 oThe Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) oUpdates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan
Freedom from Intimidation in Elections Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: o FY 2025 Defense Appropriations related measures H.R. 10545, the American Relief Act, 2025 H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 Provisions related to Berry Amendment and textile, apparel, and footwear procurement in FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) - Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 - (HR 8070) and The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA) (S. 4638) and Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 HR 5009 Provisions related to Federal Prison Industries in Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 (HR 9026) Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Discussions to require the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations requiring that optional combat boots worn by members of the armed forces wear be made in America, and for other purposes (HR 8166) Initial conversations on draft FY 2026 NDAA (still unnumbered) on above topics.
Freedom from Intimidation in Elections Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: o FY 2025 Defense Appropriations related measures H.R. 10545, the American Relief Act, 2025 H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 Provisions related to Berry Amendment and textile, apparel, and footwear procurement in FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) - Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 - (HR 8070) and The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA) (S. 4638) and Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 HR 5009 Provisions related to Federal Prison Industries in Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 (HR 9026) Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Discussions to require the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations requiring that optional combat boots worn by members of the armed forces wear be made in America, and for other purposes (HR 8166) Initial conversations on draft FY 2026 NDAA (still unnumbered) on above topics. Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 1625 and S.742] including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act Discussions with Congress on the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with Commerce on Mexicos Decree amending the tariff of the General Import and Export Tax Law and the Decree for the Promotion of the Manufacturing, Maquiladora and Export Services Industry. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 China Shipbuilding investigation H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 S.J. Res 37 - A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Canada. Nominations for trade posts, including Ambassador Greer for U.S. Trade Representative S. 1272/HR 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025. TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and South China Sea Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress on protecting undersea cables Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of proposed fees and restrictions Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.1239 - Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and petition to FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations and appointments, including an Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC), an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Chair and Commissioners to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act as introduced (S.2934) (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: o FY 2025 Defense Appropriations related measures H.R. 10545, the American Relief Act, 2025 H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 Provisions related to Berry Amendment and textile, apparel, and footwear procurement in FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) - Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 - (HR 8070) and The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA) (S. 4638) and Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 HR 5009 Provisions related to Federal Prison Industries in Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 (HR 9026) Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Discussions to require the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations requiring that optional combat boots worn by members of the armed forces wear be made in America, and for other purposes (HR 8166) Initial conversations on draft FY 2026 NDAA (still unnumbered) on above topics. Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 1625 and S.742] including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act Discussions with Congress on the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with Commerce on Mexicos Decree amending the tariff of the General Import and Export Tax Law and the Decree for the Promotion of the Manufacturing, Maquiladora and Export Services Industry. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 China Shipbuilding investigation H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 S.J. Res 37 - A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Canada. Nominations for trade posts, including Ambassador Greer for U.S. Trade Representative S. 1272/HR 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025. TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and South China Sea Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress on protecting undersea cables Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of proposed fees and restrictions Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.1239 - Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and petition to FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations and appointments, including an Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC), an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Chair and Commissioners to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act as introduced (S.2934) (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.1239 - Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and petition to FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: oFY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 4016 - FY 2026 DoD Appropriations - HR 3838 - FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act - Senate version of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act - S. 2199/HR 4159 - BOOTS Act Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA. o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 1625 and S.742] including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act Discussions with Congress on the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with Commerce on Mexicos Decree amending the tariff of the General Import and Export Tax Law and the Decree for the Promotion of the Manufacturing, Maquiladora and Export Services Industry. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 China Shipbuilding investigation H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 S.J. Res 37 - A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Canada. S. 1272/HR 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and South China Sea Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress on protecting undersea cables Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of proposed fees and restrictions Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.1239 - Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and petition to FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations and appointments, including an Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC), an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Chair and Commissioners to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act as introduced (S.2934) (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act
Client: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.1239 - Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and petition to FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act
Client: TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION · Firm: AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.1239 - Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and petition to FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: o e-Filing implementation, o Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), o Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners, o Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards, o Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFASrestrictions by the European Union and EU Member States, o Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list, o Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs, o Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling, o Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, o Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers, o Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts o Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls.
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band.
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides.
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Overseas Private Investment Corp (OPIC), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION via AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: o e-Filing implementation, o Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), o Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners, o Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards, o Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFASrestrictions by the European Union and EU Member States, o Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list, o Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs, o Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling, o Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, o Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers, o Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts o Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls.
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o U.S. participation in, and funding for, International Labor Organization (ILO), o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang, o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases, o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78), o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers, and o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs).
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base.
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization (S. 4784/HR 8800) and appropriations related measures (HR 9495). Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o U.S. participation in, and funding for, International Labor Organization (ILO), o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang, o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases, o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78), o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers, and o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs). Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: o e-Filing implementation, o Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), o Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners, o Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards, o Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFASrestrictions by the European Union and EU Member States, o Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list, o Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs, o Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling, o Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, o Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers, o Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts o Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band. IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, microplastics/microfibers, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment. Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502. Discussions with the Commerce Department on the EUs proposed PFAS restrictions and Digital Product Passport Requirements. Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act. Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials. Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides.
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: O Nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program, and more, o Intellectual property, fraud, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety, o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers, o FTC Public Comment on Whether to Update Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to Address Platforms Role in Promoting Impersonation Scams, o Related international policies, o Artificial Intelligence, o Consumer safety and product safety, o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020, and o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad, o Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List, o Dupe influencers across social media, o National Security related to illicit economies, o OECD guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade, o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits, o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale, o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits, o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs, o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms, o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328), o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act, o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626), o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program, o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230, o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774), o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan, and o The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782).
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises. Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes. Discussions with Congress and Administration on potential Panama Canal weather related disruption. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues. Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act and inclusions FY2027 NDAA 216-212 - in support of strengthening maritime security while in opposition of fees and restrictions, o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act H.R. 8870) - in support of, and o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions. Discussions with Congress and Administration on protecting the 902-928 MHz band.
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, Section 232, and Section 338. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP (HR 6500) Discussions with Congress, Labor, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE,green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, andtravel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports), including Indonesias proposed Halal certification requirements o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R. 5334) S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, Labor, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Air Force, Dept of, Army, Dept of (Other), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Defense Logistics Agency, Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Reserve System, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Navy, Dept of, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Marines, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION via AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502) Discussion with EPA on treatment of used textile waste as U.S.-origin inputs under FTAs Discussions with Congress on textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: e-Filing implementation Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls.
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act) - in support of o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626) - o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782)
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO)
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Overseas Private Investment Corp (OPIC), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION via AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: e-Filing implementation Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls.
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502) Discussion with EPA on treatment of used textile waste as U.S.-origin inputs under FTAs Discussions with Congress on textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, microplastics, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on Recycled Materials Attribution Act (H.R. 7502) Discussion with EPA on treatment of used textile waste as U.S.-origin inputs under FTAs Discussions with Congress on textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: e-Filing implementation Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act) - in support of o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626) - o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782)
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, including implementation of the U.S. forced labor statute o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO)
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, Section 122, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Haiti HOPE/HELP Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the U.S.-China Board of Trade. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Executive Order on Strengthening Customs Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 investigation into Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement. Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301: Brazils Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation Discussions with Congress and USTR, State, and Commerce on the Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with Administration on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base.
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, expansion of and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o The SOCIAL MEDIA Act (S.626) - o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o The Counterfeit Notification Act (S.2677,H.R. 4930 and NDAA Amendment #6009) CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 o The Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) o Updates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan The ReportScams.gov Act (S.4782)
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act (BUILD America 250 Act) - in support of o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Air Force, Dept of, Army, Dept of (Other), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Defense Logistics Agency, Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Reserve System, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Navy, Dept of, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Marines, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
TRAVEL GOODS ASSOCIATION via AMERICAN APPAREL & FOOTWEAR ASSOCIATION
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environmentDiscussions with Congress on r textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO)
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products.
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 oThe Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) oUpdates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Overseas Private Investment Corp (OPIC), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
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2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base.
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2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Comments and Testimony to USTR on the USMCA Review Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 S.J.Res. 77 - End Canada Tariffs S.J.Res. 81 - End Brazil Tariffs S.J.Res. 88 - Terminate Global Tariffs S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits)
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2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Comments and Testimony to USTR on the USMCA Review Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 S.J.Res. 77 - End Canada Tariffs S.J.Res. 81 - End Brazil Tariffs S.J.Res. 88 - Terminate Global Tariffs S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 4016/S. 2572 - FY 2026 DoD Appropriations - HR 3838/S. 2296/S. 1071 - FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act - S. 2199/HR 4159 - BOOTS Act - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations,appointments and/or funding, including an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertising o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act (S.2934) (HR 8684) o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) introduced by Sens. Grassley (R-IA) and Hassan (D-N.H.) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. and CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
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2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R.1625 and S.742] o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 S.J. Res 37 - A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Canada. S. 1272/HR 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits)
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2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: oFY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 4016/S. 2572 - FY 2026 DoD Appropriations - HR 3838/S. 2296 - FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act - S. 2199/HR 4159 - BOOTS Act Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R.1625 and S.742] o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 S.J. Res 37 - A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Canada. S. 1272/HR 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Submitted comment to DOJ regarding state laws significantly and adversely affecting the national economy or interstate commerce, referencing Proposition 65, various PFAS restrictions, and the Utah Bedding, Upholstered Furniture and Quilted Clothing Program. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.1239 - Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and petition to FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations and appointments, including an Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC), an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Chair and Commissioners to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act (S.2934) (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o Information sharing; S.2677 introduced by Sens. Grassley (R-IA) and Hassan (D-N.H.) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. and CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
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2025 · second_quarter · Q2
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA. o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 1625 and S.742] including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act Discussions with Congress on the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with Commerce on Mexicos Decree amending the tariff of the General Import and Export Tax Law and the Decree for the Promotion of the Manufacturing, Maquiladora and Export Services Industry. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 China Shipbuilding investigation H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 S.J. Res 37 - A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Canada. S. 1272/HR 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits)
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2025 · second_quarter · Q2
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: oFY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 4016 - FY 2026 DoD Appropriations - HR 3838 - FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act - Senate version of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act - S. 2199/HR 4159 - BOOTS Act Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA. o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 1625 and S.742] including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act Discussions with Congress on the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with Commerce on Mexicos Decree amending the tariff of the General Import and Export Tax Law and the Decree for the Promotion of the Manufacturing, Maquiladora and Export Services Industry. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 China Shipbuilding investigation H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 S.J. Res 37 - A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Canada. S. 1272/HR 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and South China Sea Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress on protecting undersea cables Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of proposed fees and restrictions Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.1239 - Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and petition to FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations and appointments, including an Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC), an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Chair and Commissioners to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act as introduced (S.2934) (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
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2025 · first_quarter · Q1
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 1625 and S.742] including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act Discussions with Congress on the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with Commerce on Mexicos Decree amending the tariff of the General Import and Export Tax Law and the Decree for the Promotion of the Manufacturing, Maquiladora and Export Services Industry. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 China Shipbuilding investigation H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 S.J. Res 37 - A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Canada. Nominations for trade posts, including Ambassador Greer for U.S. Trade Representative S. 1272/HR 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025.
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2025 · first_quarter · Q1
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: o FY 2025 Defense Appropriations related measures H.R. 10545, the American Relief Act, 2025 H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 Provisions related to Berry Amendment and textile, apparel, and footwear procurement in FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) - Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 - (HR 8070) and The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA) (S. 4638) and Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 HR 5009 Provisions related to Federal Prison Industries in Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 (HR 9026) Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Discussions to require the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations requiring that optional combat boots worn by members of the armed forces wear be made in America, and for other purposes (HR 8166) Initial conversations on draft FY 2026 NDAA (still unnumbered) on above topics. Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 1625 and S.742] including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act Discussions with Congress on the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with Commerce on Mexicos Decree amending the tariff of the General Import and Export Tax Law and the Decree for the Promotion of the Manufacturing, Maquiladora and Export Services Industry. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 China Shipbuilding investigation H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 S.J. Res 37 - A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Canada. Nominations for trade posts, including Ambassador Greer for U.S. Trade Representative S. 1272/HR 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025. TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and South China Sea Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress on protecting undersea cables Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of proposed fees and restrictions Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.1239 - Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and petition to FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations and appointments, including an Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC), an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Chair and Commissioners to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act as introduced (S.2934) (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
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2024 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and South China Sea Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress on protecting undersea cables Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of
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2024 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and South China Sea Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress on protecting undersea cables Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of
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2024 · third_quarter · Q3
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Pending nominations o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List and comments submitted or shared by AAFA. o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, CBP, DHS, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o The SHOP SAFE Act 2023 (S.2934) and the SHOP SAFE Act 2024 (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
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2024 · third_quarter · Q3
TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions [H.R. 8398]
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
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2024 · second_quarter · Q2
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Pending nominations o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List and comments submitted or shared by AAFA. o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, CBP, DHS, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o The SHOP SAFE Act 2023 (S.2934) and the SHOP SAFE Act 2024 (HR 8684) oRaising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. oCBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program oCPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety oThe Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
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2024 · second_quarter · Q2
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Impact of COVID 19 on supply chain workers, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Sri Lanka, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78).
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Pending nominations o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List and comments submitted or shared by AAFA. o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, CBP, DHS, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o The SHOP SAFE Act 2023 (S.2934) and the SHOP SAFE Act 2024 (HR 8684) oRaising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. oCBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program oCPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety oThe Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
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2024 · first_quarter · Q1
TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions.
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling, extended producer responsibility, sustainability, climate and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure and the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with CBP on Green Trade Strategy, incentives for preferred material usage, and Discussions on SEC climate change reporting requirement Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Discussions with Congress and Administration on Federal Supplier Climate Risks and Resilience Rule
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2024 · first_quarter · Q1
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Impact of COVID 19 on supply chain workers, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma, Cambodia, Ethiopia, India, Sri Lanka, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78).
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environmentDiscussions with Congress on r textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO)
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products.
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision. Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution - Conversations about implementation of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act and preparations for FY 2027 defense authorization and appropriations related measures. Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base. Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environmentDiscussions with Congress on r textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and tariff and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, , and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz crises Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and anti-trust issues Discussions with Congress on transportation legislation impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken o US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions Discussions with Congress and Administration on reconfiguration of the 902-928 MHz band IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 oThe Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) oUpdates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations, appointments, and/or funding of intellectual property and/or scam focused programs , including the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertisers o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces or illicit trade o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230 oThe Scam Act (H.R.7548) (S.3774) oUpdates to Combating Trafficking in Counterfeit and Pirated Goods and revisiting the outstanding implementation plan
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin, including for used textiles and textile waste -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, , duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 S.3841 - Last Sale Valuation Act of 2026 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits) Discussions with Congress and CBP on the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) and other issues emanating from the Learning Resources Supreme Court decision.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Air Force, Dept of, Army, Dept of (Other), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Defense Logistics Agency, Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Reserve System, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Navy, Dept of, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Marines, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products.
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations,appointments and/or funding, including an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertising o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act (S.2934) (HR 8684) o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) introduced by Sens. Grassley (R-IA) and Hassan (D-N.H.) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. and CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO)
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Overseas Private Investment Corp (OPIC), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o Bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: AGOA Extension Act (H.R.6500) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act (H.R.6504) Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025 (S.742) Comments and Testimony to USTR on the USMCA Review Discussions with Congress, USTR, CBP, State, and Commerce on the Agreements on Reciprocal Trade o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 S.J.Res. 77 - End Canada Tariffs S.J.Res. 81 - End Brazil Tariffs S.J.Res. 88 - Terminate Global Tariffs S. 1272/H.R. 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241/H.R.2548 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits)
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: FY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 4016/S. 2572 - FY 2026 DoD Appropriations - HR 3838/S. 2296/S. 1071 - FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act - S. 2199/HR 4159 - BOOTS Act - HR 5371 - FY 2026 Continuing Resolution Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE products. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base.
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers. o Discussion with administration officials at USTR and DOL/ILAB on the labor provisions in the bilateral agreements on reciprocal trade (ARTs) o Discussion with administration officials at State, USTR, DOL/ILAB on funding for ILAB and the International Labor Organization (ILO)
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products.
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of o Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations,appointments and/or funding, including an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Intellectual Property (IP) Attache Program , and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms, and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud, and pre-verification of paid advertising o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits, gray market goods and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement, and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act (S.2934) (HR 8684) o Expansion of S.2531 - SOCIAL MEDIA Act o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the Digital Devalue Chain of Counterfeits o Information sharing; S.2677 (and H.R. 4930) introduced by Sens. Grassley (R-IA) and Hassan (D-N.H.) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. and CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Air Force, Dept of, Army, Dept of (Other), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Defense Logistics Agency, Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Reserve System, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Navy, Dept of, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Marines, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Submitted comment to DOJ regarding state laws significantly and adversely affecting the national economy or interstate commerce, referencing Proposition 65, various PFAS restrictions, and the Utah Bedding, Upholstered Furniture and Quilted Clothing Program.
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations and appointments, including an Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC), an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Chair and Commissioners to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act (S.2934) (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o Information sharing; S.2677 introduced by Sens. Grassley (R-IA) and Hassan (D-N.H.) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. and CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers.
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.1239 - Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and petition to FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Overseas Private Investment Corp (OPIC), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232. o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [H.R.960] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R.1625 and S.742] o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 S.J. Res 37 - A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Canada. S. 1272/HR 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits)
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: oFY 2026 Defense related measures - - HR 4016/S. 2572 - FY 2026 DoD Appropriations - HR 3838/S. 2296 - FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act - S. 2199/HR 4159 - BOOTS Act Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base.
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of tariffs and logistics issues on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.1239 - Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and petition to FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o ILO Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies and international organizations that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers.
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements, and proposed PFAS restrictions by the European Union and EU Member States. Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products. Submitted comment to DOJ regarding state laws significantly and adversely affecting the national economy or interstate commerce, referencing Proposition 65, various PFAS restrictions, and the Utah Bedding, Upholstered Furniture and Quilted Clothing Program.
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays and costs from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and Indo-Pacific including the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act - preliminary discussions while text is being drafted, no formal position taken US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of port fees, equipment tariffs, and restrictions
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations and appointments, including an Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC), an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Chair and Commissioners to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Dangers of the growth of fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites; discussions around curbing fraud o Related international policies o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation, enforcement and any technical corrections needed for INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act (S.2934) (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o Information sharing; S.2677 introduced by Sens. Grassley (R-IA) and Hassan (D-N.H.) to authorize Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clarify and expand CBPs authority to share key IP-related information with rights holders and other relevant stakeholders. and CBP technology donation program o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Air Force, Dept of, Army, Dept of (Other), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Defense Logistics Agency, Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Reserve System, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Navy, Dept of, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Marines, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions.
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and South China Sea Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress on protecting undersea cables Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of proposed fees and restrictions
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products.
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations and appointments, including an Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC), an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Chair and Commissioners to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act as introduced (S.2934) (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers.
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.1239 - Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and petition to FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Overseas Private Investment Corp (OPIC), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Regulation of Infant Support Cushions as it relates to head support products.
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and South China Sea Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress on protecting undersea cables Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of proposed fees and restrictions
TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions.
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o Proposed and implemented tariffs under IEEPA. o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 1625 and S.742] including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act Discussions with Congress on the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with Commerce on Mexicos Decree amending the tariff of the General Import and Export Tax Law and the Decree for the Promotion of the Manufacturing, Maquiladora and Export Services Industry. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 China Shipbuilding investigation H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 S.J. Res 37 - A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Canada. S. 1272/HR 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025 S.1241 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 Discussions with Congress, CBP, USTR, State, Commerce, Treasury, and the White House on Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025 (Regulating Imports With a Reciprocal Tariff To Rectify Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits)
Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs with Administration and Members of Congress. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: oFY 2026 Defense related measures - HR 4016 - FY 2026 DoD Appropriations HR 3838 - FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act Senate version of FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act S. 2199/HR 4159 - BOOTS Act Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussion with Administration on follow up to the DLA War Games, including use of DPA Title III; stockpiling; centralized procurement of textiles, apparel, and footwear under DLA; and elimination of small purchase threshold. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product. Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Discussion with the Administration and Congress on tariff and immigration issues related to the Defense Industrial Base.
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.1239 - Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and petition to FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Funding for various U.S. government agencies that work on labor rights and leveling the playing field for American businesses and workers.
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations and appointments, including an Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC), an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Chair and Commissioners to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act as introduced (S.2934) (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Air Force, Dept of, Army, Dept of (Other), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Defense Logistics Agency, Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Reserve System, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Navy, Dept of, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Marines, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions.
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and South China Sea Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress on protecting undersea cables Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of proposed fees and restrictions
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls.
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations and appointments, including an Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC), an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Chair and Commissioners to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act as introduced (S.2934) (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78).
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.1239 - Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and petition to FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Overseas Private Investment Corp (OPIC), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions.
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 1625 and S.742] including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act Discussions with Congress on the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with Commerce on Mexicos Decree amending the tariff of the General Import and Export Tax Law and the Decree for the Promotion of the Manufacturing, Maquiladora and Export Services Industry. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 China Shipbuilding investigation H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 S.J. Res 37 - A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Canada. Nominations for trade posts, including Ambassador Greer for U.S. Trade Representative S. 1272/HR 2665 - Trade Review Act of 2025.
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: o FY 2025 Defense Appropriations related measures H.R. 10545, the American Relief Act, 2025 H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) H.R. 1968 - FY 2025 Continuing Resolution, through September 30, 2025 Provisions related to Berry Amendment and textile, apparel, and footwear procurement in FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) - Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 - (HR 8070) and The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA) (S. 4638) and Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 HR 5009 Provisions related to Federal Prison Industries in Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 (HR 9026) Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Discussions to require the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations requiring that optional combat boots worn by members of the armed forces wear be made in America, and for other purposes (HR 8166) Initial conversations on draft FY 2026 NDAA (still unnumbered) on above topics.
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure Discussions with Congress on H.R.1239 - Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act Discussions with Congress on H.R.960 - Protect Our Clothes from PFAS Act Discussions with Congress, on trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and petition to FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78).
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Final e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls.
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and South China Sea Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress on protecting undersea cables Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o SHIPS for America Act - in opposition of fees and restrictions o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of US Trade Representative Section 301 Investigation into Chinas Maritime Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors - in opposition of proposed fees and restrictions
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations and appointments, including an Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC), an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Chair and Commissioners to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act as introduced (S.2934) (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Air Force, Dept of, Army, Dept of (Other), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Defense Logistics Agency, Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Reserve System, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Navy, Dept of, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Marines, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Proposed e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Discussions with Congress, CPSC on a proposed slip resistance petition for all footwear Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) and Reeses Law. Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls.
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) [S. 4110], including Ethiopia including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including country and product review and legislation to update the program and H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 5614 and S.552] including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback [H.R. 7864], single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress on the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act (H.R. 8059) Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis [H.R. 7979] Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with Commerce on Mexicos Decree amending the tariff of the General Import and Export Tax Law and the Decree for the Promotion of the Manufacturing, Maquiladora and Export Services Industry. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law.
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations and appointments, including an Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC), an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Chair and Commissioners to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, CBP, DHS, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o The SHOP SAFE Act 2023 (S.2934) and the SHOP SAFE Act 2024 (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure and the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress, CBP on Green Trade Strategy, trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions [H.R. 8398]
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78).
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Overseas Private Investment Corp (OPIC), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations and appointments, including an Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC), an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Chair and Commissioners to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, CBP, DHS, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o The SHOP SAFE Act 2023 (S.2934) and the SHOP SAFE Act 2024 (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Proposed e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Discussions with Congress, CPSC on a proposed slip resistance petition for all footwear Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) and Reeses Law. Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls.
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) [S. 4110], including Ethiopia including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including country and product review and legislation to update the program and H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 5614 and S.552] including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback [H.R. 7864], single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress on the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act (H.R. 8059) Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis [H.R. 7979] Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with Commerce on Mexicos Decree amending the tariff of the General Import and Export Tax Law and the Decree for the Promotion of the Manufacturing, Maquiladora and Export Services Industry. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law.
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: o FY 2025 Defense Appropriations related measures H.R. 10545, the American Relief Act, 2025 H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) Provisions related to Berry Amendment and textile, apparel, and footwear procurement in FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) - Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 - (HR 8070) and The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA) (S. 4638) and Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 HR 5009 Provisions related to Federal Prison Industries in Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 (HR 9026) Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Discussions to require the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations requiring that optional combat boots worn by members of the armed forces wear be made in America, and for other purposes (HR 8166)
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: o FY 2025 Defense Appropriations related measures H.R. 10545, the American Relief Act, 2025 H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) Provisions related to Berry Amendment and textile, apparel, and footwear procurement in FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) - Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 - (HR 8070) and The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA) (S. 4638) and Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 HR 5009 Provisions related to Federal Prison Industries in Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 (HR 9026) Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Discussions to require the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations requiring that optional combat boots worn by members of the armed forces wear be made in America, and for other purposes (HR 8166) Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, and Customs) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including USMCA, CAFTA-DR, and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) [S. 4110], including Ethiopia including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including country and product review and legislation to update the program and H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 5614 and S.552] including H.R. 9747 - Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes (through December 19, 2024) o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback [H.R. 7864], single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress on the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act (H.R. 8059) Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis [H.R. 7979] Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band Discussions with Commerce on Mexicos Decree amending the tariff of the General Import and Export Tax Law and the Decree for the Promotion of the Manufacturing, Maquiladora and Export Services Industry. Discussions with USTR on Section 301 Nicaraguas acts, policies, and practices related to labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. [H.R. 8398] Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress on freedom of navigation in Red Sea and South China Sea Discussions with Congress on protecting arctic shipping routes Discussions with Congress on protecting undersea cables Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) - in support of o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) - in support of Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Proposed e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Discussions with Congress, CPSC on a proposed slip resistance petition for all footwear Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) and Reeses Law. Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure and the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress, CBP on Green Trade Strategy, trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: nominations and appointments, including an Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC), an Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Chair and Commissioners to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and more. o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, CBP, DHS, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o The SHOP SAFE Act 2023 (S.2934) and the SHOP SAFE Act 2024 (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure and the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress, CBP on Green Trade Strategy, trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions [H.R. 8398]
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78).
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Air Force, Dept of, Army, Dept of (Other), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Defense Logistics Agency, Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Reserve System, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Navy, Dept of, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Marines, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure and the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress, CBP on Green Trade Strategy, trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions [H.R. 8398]
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367)
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Proposed e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Discussions with Congress, CPSC on a proposed slip resistance petition for all footwear Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) and Reeses Law. Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls.
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, Customs, FDA, FEMA, and CDC) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including CAFTA-DR and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) [S. 4110], including Ethiopia. - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including country and product review and legislation to update the program - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 5614 and S.552] o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback [H.R. 7864], single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress on the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act (H.R. 8059) Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis [H.R. 7979] Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Impact of COVID 19 on supply chain workers, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78).
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Overseas Private Investment Corp (OPIC), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: o FY 2025 Defense Appropriations Bills - HR 8774 and Senate version Further consolidated appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes) - H.R. 2882 Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes (through March 1, 2024 and March 8, 2024) - HR 2872 Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes (through March 8, 2024 and March 22, 2024) - HR 7463 Provisions related to Berry Amendment and textile, apparel, and footwear procurement in FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) - Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 - (HR 8070) and The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA) (S. 4638) Provisions related to Federal Prison Industries in Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 (HR 9026) Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Discussions to require the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations requiring that optional combat boots worn by members of the armed forces wear be made in America, and for other purposes (HR 8166)
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, Customs, FDA, FEMA, and CDC) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including CAFTA-DR and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) [S. 4110], including Ethiopia. - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including country and product review and legislation to update the program - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 5614 and S.552] o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback [H.R. 7864], single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress on the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act (H.R. 8059) Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis [H.R. 7979] Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure and the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress, CBP on Green Trade Strategy, trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Impact of COVID 19 on supply chain workers, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78).
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Pending nominations o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List and comments submitted or shared by AAFA. o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, CBP, DHS, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o The SHOP SAFE Act 2023 (S.2934) and the SHOP SAFE Act 2024 (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367)
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: o FY 2025 Defense Appropriations Bills - HR 8774 and Senate version Further consolidated appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes) - H.R. 2882 Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes (through March 1, 2024 and March 8, 2024) - HR 2872 Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes (through March 8, 2024 and March 22, 2024) - HR 7463 Provisions related to Berry Amendment and textile, apparel, and footwear procurement in FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) - Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 - (HR 8070) and The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA) (S. 4638) Provisions related to Federal Prison Industries in Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 (HR 9026) Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Discussions to require the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations requiring that optional combat boots worn by members of the armed forces wear be made in America, and for other purposes (HR 8166) Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, Customs, FDA, FEMA, and CDC) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including CAFTA-DR and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) [S. 4110], including Ethiopia. - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including country and product review and legislation to update the program - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 5614 and S.552] o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback [H.R. 7864], single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress, CPSC, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress on the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act (H.R. 8059) Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis [H.R. 7979] Discussions with Congress and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on NextNavs petition for rulemaking to reorganize the 902-928 MHz band TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. [H.R. 8398] Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. o Specifically on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. o Specifically on relief funding for Key Bridge Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) o Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Proposed e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Discussions with Congress, CPSC on a proposed slip resistance petition for all footwear Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) and Reeses Law. Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Impact of COVID 19 on supply chain workers, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling infrastructure and technology, federal approaches to extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure and the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress, CBP on Green Trade Strategy, trade incentives for preferred material usage, and non-tariff barriers to utilizing recycled materials Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Pending nominations o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List and comments submitted or shared by AAFA. o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, CBP, DHS, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o The SHOP SAFE Act 2023 (S.2934) and the SHOP SAFE Act 2024 (HR 8684) o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety o The Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Proposed e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Discussions with Congress, CPSC on a proposed slip resistance petition for all footwear Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) and Reeses Law. Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information and recalls.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Air Force, Dept of, Army, Dept of (Other), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Defense Logistics Agency, Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Reserve System, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Navy, Dept of, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Marines, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions [H.R. 8398]
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, Customs, FDA, FEMA, and CDC) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including CAFTA-DR and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) [S. 4110], including Ethiopia. - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including country and product review and legislation to update the program - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 5614 and S.552] o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback [H.R. 7864], single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis [H.R. 7979]
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Proposed e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Slip resistance petition for all footwear Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) and Reeses Law. Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Pending nominations. Annual CPSC budget (including increased funding), resource allocation, and priorities testimony. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information.
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Impact of COVID 19 on supply chain workers, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Sri Lanka, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78).
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis and drought stricken Panama Canal. Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367)
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling, extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure and the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with CBP on Green Trade Strategy, incentives for preferred material usage Discussions on SEC greenhouse gas emissions reporting requirement Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Discussions with Congress and Administration on Federal Supplier Climate Risks and Resilience Rule
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Overseas Private Investment Corp (OPIC), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis and drought stricken Panama Canal. Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367)
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: o FY 2025 Defense Appropriations Bills - HR 8774 and Senate version Further consolidated appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes) - H.R. 2882 Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes (through March 1, 2024 and March 8, 2024) - HR 2872 Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes (through March 8, 2024 and March 22, 2024) - HR 7463 Provisions related to Berry Amendment and textile, apparel, and footwear procurement in FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) - Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 - (HR 8070) and The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA) (S. 4638) Provisions related to Federal Prison Industries in Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 (HR 9026) Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Discussions to require the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations requiring that optional combat boots worn by members of the armed forces wear be made in America, and for other purposes (HR 8166) Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, Customs, FDA, FEMA, and CDC) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including CAFTA-DR and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) [S. 4110], including Ethiopia. - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including country and product review and legislation to update the program - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 5614 and S.552] o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback [H.R. 7864], single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis [H.R. 7979] TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. [H.R. 8398] Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis and drought stricken Panama Canal. Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) on Detention and Demurrage Billing Requirements Final Rule Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.R. 2367) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Proposed e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Slip resistance petition for all footwear Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) and Reeses Law. Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Pending nominations. Annual CPSC budget (including increased funding), resource allocation, and priorities testimony. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Impact of COVID 19 on supply chain workers, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Jordan, Sri Lanka, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling, extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure and the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with CBP on Green Trade Strategy, incentives for preferred material usage Discussions on SEC greenhouse gas emissions reporting requirement Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Discussions with Congress and Administration on Federal Supplier Climate Risks and Resilience Rule IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Pending nominations o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR and others in the inter-agency process re Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List and comments submitted or shared by AAFA. o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies State Dept, USPTO, IPEC, CBP, DHS, IPRC re OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o The SHOP SAFE Act 2023 (S.2934) and the SHOP SAFE Act 2024 (HR 8684) oRaising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. oCBP section 321 data pilot; CBP information sharing (Sen. Grassley previous legislation) and CBP technology donation program oCPSC issues related to third-party sellers and product safety oThe Communications Decency Act of 1996 Proposal to Sunset Section 230
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, Customs, FDA, FEMA, and CDC) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including CAFTA-DR and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition [S.1413] o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) [S. 4110], including Ethiopia. - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) [H.R. 7986], including country and product review and legislation to update the program - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) [H.R. 5614 and S.552] o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback [H.R. 7864], single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis [H.R. 7979]
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions [H.R. 8398]
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling, extended producer responsibility, material sustainability, climate, and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure and the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with CBP on Green Trade Strategy, incentives for preferred material usage Discussions on SEC greenhouse gas emissions reporting requirement Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Discussions with Congress and Administration on Federal Supplier Climate Risks and Resilience Rule
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Proposed e-Filing regulations and CPSCs 2016 enforcement discretion policy for adult apparel Slip resistance petition for all footwear Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) and Reeses Law. Common standards and risk information sharing with trading partners Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Pending nominations. Annual CPSC budget (including increased funding), resource allocation, and priorities testimony. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information.
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs. Discussions with Members of Congress, White House, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: o FY 2025 Defense Appropriations Bills - HR 8774 and Senate version Further consolidated appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes) - H.R. 2882 Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes (through March 1, 2024 and March 8, 2024) - HR 2872 Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes (through March 8, 2024 and March 22, 2024) - HR 7463 Provisions related to Berry Amendment and textile, apparel, and footwear procurement in FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) - Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 - (HR 8070) and The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA) (S. 4638) Provisions related to Federal Prison Industries in Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025 (HR 9026) Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Discussions to require the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations requiring that optional combat boots worn by members of the armed forces wear be made in America, and for other purposes (HR 8166)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Air Force, Dept of, Army, Dept of (Other), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Defense Logistics Agency, Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Reserve System, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Navy, Dept of, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Marines, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business.
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, Customs, FDA, FEMA, and CDC) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including CAFTA-DR and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), including Ethiopia. - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including country and product review and legislation to update the program - CNL Update Act - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis.
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) and Reeses Law. Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Pending nominations. Annual CPSC budget (including increased funding), resource allocation, and priorities testimony. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information.
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Pending nominations o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List and comments submitted or shared by AAFA. o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act 2023 (S.2934) in Senate and advocating for reintroduction in the House o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis and draught striken Panama Canal. Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146)
Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Impact of COVID 19 on supply chain workers, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma, Cambodia, Ethiopia, India, Sri Lanka, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78).
Filing targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Overseas Private Investment Corp (OPIC), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions.
Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis and draught striken Panama Canal. Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146)
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs. Discussions with Members of Congress, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: o FY 2024 Defense Appropriations Bills - HR 4365 and S 4663 Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes (through November 17, 2023) - H.R. 5860 Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes (through January 19, 2024 and February 2, 2024) - H.R. 6363 Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, Customs, FDA, FEMA, and CDC) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including CAFTA-DR and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), including Ethiopia. - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including country and product review and legislation to update the program - CNL Update Act - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis. TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays from the Red Sea crisis and draught striken Panama Canal. Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port, Canada port, and East Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Congress and the administration on rail issues Discussions with Congress and the administration on trucking issues Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, anti-trust issues, and PierPass. Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) and Reeses Law. Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Pending nominations. Annual CPSC budget (including increased funding), resource allocation, and priorities testimony. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Impact of COVID 19 on supply chain workers, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang o Bangladesh, Burma, Cambodia, Ethiopia, India, Sri Lanka, Central America, Haiti, and FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling, extended producer responsibility, sustainability, climate and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure and the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with CBP on Green Trade Strategy, incentives for preferred material usage, and Discussions on SEC climate change reporting requirement Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Discussions with Congress and Administration on Federal Supplier Climate Risks and Resilience Rule IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Pending nominations o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List and comments submitted or shared by AAFA. o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act 2023 (S.2934) in Senate and advocating for reintroduction in the House o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers
Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs. Discussions with Members of Congress, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: o FY 2024 Defense Appropriations Bills - HR 4365 and S 4663 Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes (through November 17, 2023) - H.R. 5860 Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes (through January 19, 2024 and February 2, 2024) - H.R. 6363 Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product Discussion on textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain war game. Discussion with Congress and Administration on measures to strengthen the textile, apparel, and footwear supply chain including provisions relating to procurements of home textiles, boots, and other uniforms in a manner consistent with Berry. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on restrictions of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)
Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: Implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) and Reeses Law. Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements Possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. Implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act Foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Pending nominations. Annual CPSC budget (including increased funding), resource allocation, and priorities testimony. Link between counterfeit products, restricted chemicals, and how they hamper sustainability efforts Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information.
IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: o Intellectual property, and counterfeit practices across the digital devalue chain of counterfeits, including e-commerce, social commerce, social platforms and product and consumer safety. o Fraudulent advertising across social media platforms and fraudulent websites. o Related international policies o NFT/ Metaverse o Artificial Intelligence o Pending nominations o Consumer safety and product safety o Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List and comments submitted or shared by AAFA. o Dupe influencers across social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit economies OECD / guidelines for countering illicit trade in counterfeit goods on online marketplaces o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures and anti-counterfeiting processes; updates related to what is needed by brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign re the dangers of counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits and product safety dangers for consumers to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o Implementation and enforcement of INFORM Consumers Act (Public Law No. 117-328) o Reintroduction of the SHOP SAFE Act 2023 (S.2934) in Senate and advocating for reintroduction in the House o Raising awareness and exploring solutions for the devalue chain of counterfeits. o CBP section 321 data pilot o CPSC issues related to third-party sellers
Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to textile recycling, extended producer responsibility, sustainability, climate and environment Discussions with Congress on funding for textile circularity infrastructure and the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with CBP on Green Trade Strategy, incentives for preferred material usage, and Discussions on SEC climate change reporting requirement Discussions with EPA on sustainable procurement rules, labeling, and certifications as they apply to apparel and uniforms Discussions with Congress, EPA, and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Discussions with Congress and Administration on Federal Supplier Climate Risks and Resilience Rule
Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, Customs, FDA, FEMA, and CDC) on the following items: o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including CAFTA-DR and Haiti. o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), including Ethiopia. - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including country and product review and legislation to update the program - CNL Update Act - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, green trade preferences for sustainable materials, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Americas Act (S. 3878) Discussions with Congress, USTR, Commerce, CBP on 321 de minimis.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Air Force, Dept of, Army, Dept of (Other), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Defense Logistics Agency, Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Reserve System, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Navy, Dept of, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Marines, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office