Trade & Sanctions

BIS Revises License Policy for Advanced Computing Commodities to China

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued a final rule revising its license policy for exports of certain advanced computing commodities, including specific semiconductors, to China and Macau. The policy changes from a presumption of denial to a case-by-case review under specific conditions, effective January 15, 2026.

Export Administration Regulations: Cambodia Country Group Change

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued a final rule amending the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This change removes Cambodia from Country Group D:5, reflecting its removal from the U.S. arms embargoed destinations list by the Department of State.

BIS Eases Export Controls on Civil Drones and Technology

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is easing export controls on certain civil Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and related technologies. This interim final rule allows less sensitive commercial UAVs and more capable non-military UAVs to be exported to certain countries without a license or under specific license exceptions.

TTB Removes Obsolete Tobacco Product Floor Stocks Tax Regulations

The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) is removing regulations related to the 2009 tobacco product floor stocks tax. These regulations are obsolete as the tax was due in 2009. This action removes 42 regulatory sections.

TTB Proposed Information Collections Comment Request

The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) is requesting public comment on proposed new information collections. These collections are related to various TTB-regulated activities and are subject to review under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The comment period closes on April 13.

Proposed Rule Correction: Regulation References

The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) has issued a correction to a proposed rule published on December 15, 2025. The correction updates an email address in the 'FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT' section of the proposed document.

TTB Proposed Information Collections Comment Request

The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) is requesting public comment on proposed information collections. The deadline for submitting comments is March 31st. These collections relate to TTB's regulatory and administrative functions.

Proposed Rule: Update IRS and TTB Regulation References

The IRS and TTB have proposed updates to their regulations to reflect a reorganization within the Department of Justice, which has divided the Tax Division's responsibilities. These changes will update points of contact for matters involving internal revenue laws and administrative claim submissions.

Codex Committee on Methods of Analysis and Sampling Meeting Announced

The U.S. Codex Office announced a public meeting for the Codex Committee on Methods of Analysis and Sampling. The meeting is scheduled for February 19, 2026, and will discuss various issues related to food analysis and sampling standards.

Codex Committee on Residues of Veterinary Drugs in Foods Meeting Notice

The U.S. Codex Office has published a notice announcing an upcoming public meeting for the Codex Committee on Residues of Veterinary Drugs in Foods. The meeting is scheduled for March 5, 2026, and will discuss various issues related to food safety standards.