Trade & Sanctions

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund Proposals Open

The U.S. Department of State's Embassy Uganda is accepting proposals for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026). Exchange alumni can submit project proposals supporting Freedom 250 and current U.S. policy goals by April 20, 2026. Awards range from $5,000 to $35,000, with a total program funding of $100,000.

OFAC Settlement with TradeStation Securities, Inc.

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced a settlement with TradeStation Securities, Inc. for $1,110,661 to resolve 481 apparent sanctions violations related to services provided to individuals in Iran, Syria, and Crimea. The settlement reflects the non-egregious nature of the violations and voluntary self-disclosure.

Hard Empty Capsules From Brazil, China, India, Vietnam: Antidumping Duty Orders Correction

The International Trade Administration has issued a correction to a notice regarding antidumping duty orders on hard empty capsules from Brazil, China, India, and Vietnam. This correction amends specific data points within the published notice to ensure accuracy.

GSA Contract Award: Flycatcher Assessment

The GSA has awarded a contract to SWCA, INCORPORATED for a flycatcher assessment at the NV-Pahranagat NWR. The contract value is $245,237.00 and was awarded on March 17, 2026.

GSA Award Notice: Sea Turtle Surveys on Tinian Military Lease Area

The General Services Administration (GSA) has issued an award notice for environmental services to conduct sea turtle surveys on the Tinian Military Lease Area. The contract was awarded to Jessy's Tag Service for $176,620.90, with a performance period of twelve months.

USPTO Information Collection: Admission to Practice and Roster of Patent Attorneys

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a notice requesting public comments on the extension and revision of an existing information collection related to the admission to practice and roster of registered patent attorneys and agents. The comment period closes on May 18, 2026.

Commerce Initiates AD/CVD Investigations on Large Diameter Graphite Electrodes

The U.S. Department of Commerce has initiated antidumping and countervailing duty investigations on large diameter graphite electrodes from China and India. Alleged dumping margins range from 38.33% to 146.72% for China and 42.59% to 73.40% for India, with subsidy rates above de minimis for both countries.

OFAC Adds Persons to SDN List and Updates Identifying Information

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has added new individuals to the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List and updated identifying information for an existing SDN. These designations block all property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction and prohibit U.S. persons from engaging in transactions with the listed individuals.

NIH Research Misconduct Findings Against Daniel Andrade

The NIH has issued findings of research misconduct against Daniel Andrade, Ph.D., for falsifying and fabricating data in grant applications for PHS funds. Administrative actions, including a three-year period of supervision, have been implemented.

AHRQ Conference Grant Programs (R13) Expired

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has issued a notice announcing the immediate expiration of the Conference Grant Programs (R13) under Funding Opportunity Announcement PA-22-238. No further applications will be accepted for this program.