Section 337 Investigation of Video-Capable Electronic Devices
The U.S. International Trade Commission instituted Investigation No. 337-TA-1495 on March 30, 2026, following a complaint filed by InterDigital, Inc. and related entities alleging Section 337 violations concerning certain video-capable electronic devices including smart televisions and monitors. The complaint alleges infringement of six patents (US Patent Nos. 8,085,846; 9,294,784; 10,250,877; 11,695,962; 11,399,168; and 9,654,751). Complainants request limited exclusion orders and cease and desist orders.
Joint DOJ-DHS Tariff Fraud Whistleblower Program
The DOJ and DHS announced a joint Trade Fraud Task Force to target tariff evasion and customs fraud, leveraging expertise from Civil and Criminal Divisions alongside CBP and Homeland Security Investigations. The program incentivizes whistleblowers through the DOJ Criminal Division's Corporate Whistleblower Program and qui tam lawsuits under the False Claims Act, with financial rewards available for eligible tipsters. The task force was formed under Executive Order 14243 to enhance detection of fraud threatening economic and national security.
DOJ NSD Voluntary Self-Disclosure Guidance for Export Control and Sanctions Violations
DOJ's National Security Division issued guidance on March 30, 2026, clarifying that its new department-wide Corporate Enforcement and Voluntary Self-Disclosure Policy applies to criminal export control and sanctions violations. Companies must submit voluntary self-disclosures for potential national security crimes to NSD via a dedicated email address. The guidance replaces NSD's prior standalone VSD policy with the department-wide framework.
New CBP CAPE System for IEEPA Duty Refunds via Court of International Trade
CBP submitted a status update to the U.S. Court of International Trade on development of the CAPE functionality in ACE to process IEEPA duty refunds. Phase 1 is estimated at 60-85% complete across four components and will cover approximately 63% of affected entries. The CAPE system is not yet operational.
IEEPA Tariff Refunds - CIT Order and CBP CAPE System
The U.S. Court of International Trade issued multiple orders in March 2026 directing CBP to liquidate and reliquidate entries subject to IEEPA tariffs. The orders were narrowed to Supreme Court Learning Resources decision tariffs, suspended pending CBP implementation, and amended to cover final liquidations. CBP is developing a new Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) automated refund system within ACE.
Rubio statement supports Panama's sovereignty
Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a press statement affirming U.S. support for Panama's sovereignty following China's actions against Panama-flagged vessels. The statement also backs Panama's Supreme Court ruling on the Balboa and Cristóbal terminals, which upheld transparency and rule of law. The U.S. expressed intent to increase economic and security cooperation with Panama.
Section 337 Investigation of Smart TVs and Monitors for Patent Violations
The U.S. International Trade Commission has instituted Investigation No. 337-TA-1495 based on a complaint by InterDigital, Inc. alleging patent violations by manufacturers and importers of smart televisions, monitors, and related components. The investigation will examine whether respondents have engaged in unfair practices in the importation of articles infringing InterDigital patents. This is a standard procedural step that initiates the ITC's fact-finding process.
UN adds HAMIDAH NABAGALA to ISIL sanctions list
The UN Security Council Committee pursuant to resolutions 1267 (1999), 1989 (2011) and 2253 (2015) approved the addition of HAMIDAH NABAGALA (QDi.439) to the ISIL (Da'esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions List on 30 March 2026. The individual, a Ugandan national born 9 March 1996, is subject to an assets freeze, travel ban, and arms embargo under Security Council resolution 2734 (2024) adopted under Chapter VII of the UN Charter.
Pacific Cod TAC Reallocation from Jig Gear to Hook-and-Line Pot Gear
NMFS issued a temporary rule reallocating 930 metric tons of Pacific cod total allowable catch from jig gear vessels to catcher vessels under 60 feet LOA using hook-and-line or pot gear in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands management area. The action, effective April 2 through December 31, 2026, addresses the Regional Administrator's determination that jig vessels cannot harvest the allocated amount.
Gulf Red Grouper Catch Limits Amendment 62
NMFS has published Amendment 62 to the Reef Fish Fishery Management Plan, proposing revised catch limits and sector allocations for Gulf of America red grouper. The amendment would also remove the February-March shallow-water grouper recreational seasonal closure in federal waters seaward of the 20-fathom boundary. Public comments are due by June 1, 2026.
2026 State Tax Data Compares All 50 States Across 40+ Measures
The Tax Foundation released its annual Facts & Figures 2026 publication comparing all 50 states across 40+ tax measures including rates, collections, and burdens. The handbook, distributed to state legislators and governors since 1941, provides an interactive web tool and downloadable PDF for comparing state tax data. This is the latest edition of a long-standing reference resource for taxpayers, policymakers, and researchers analyzing state tax competitiveness.
Georgia Income Tax Cut and Property Tax Reform Analysis
Tax Foundation published analysis of Georgia's HB 1116 and SB 476, which propose a reduction of the state income tax rate to 4.99%, raising the standard deduction to $50,000-$100,000, and implementing a 3% property tax levy limit. The analysis questions the policy approach, arguing that property tax elimination would reduce tax code efficiency and that full income tax elimination could harm the economy by taxing business inputs.
Granular PTFE Resin From India - Amended Antidumping Duty Results
The International Trade Administration issued amended final results of an antidumping duty administrative review for granular polytetrafluoroethylene resin from India for the period 2023-2024, correcting a ministerial error in the weighted-average dumping margin calculations. The amended results affect importers of Indian PTFE resin subject to antidumping duties.
Antidumping Countervailing Duty Review Request Deadline
The International Trade Administration published a notice announcing the opportunity to request administrative review of antidumping or countervailing duty orders, findings, or suspended investigations. The notice also provides information on joining the Annual Inquiry Service List for continued participation in these proceedings. This is a routine administrative notification from the Department of Commerce.
Paprika Oleoresin from India - Preliminary LTFV Determination
The International Trade Administration issued a preliminary affirmative determination in its antidumping duty investigation of paprika oleoresin from India, finding sales at less than fair value. The agency made a preliminary negative determination regarding critical circumstances. The final determination has been postponed and provisional measures extended. Case A-533-938.
Steel Circumvention Inquiry Korea Thailand
The International Trade Administration initiated a circumvention inquiry on antidumping and countervailing duty orders affecting certain corrosion-resistant steel products from Korea. The inquiry examines whether steel products are being transshipped through Thailand to evade U.S. duties. The case numbers are A-580-878 and C-580-879.
R-134a from China Antidumping Duty Review Final Results
The International Trade Administration issued final results of the antidumping duty administrative review for 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane (R-134a) from the People's Republic of China covering the period 2023-2024. The notice establishes final dumping margins for reviewed exporters and confirms the applicable duty rates that will govern future imports of R-134a from China.
Fresh Tomatoes from Mexico - Extension of Certification Deadline
The International Trade Administration issued a notice extending the certification deadline for importers of fresh tomatoes from Mexico under the antidumping duty investigation A-201-820. The extension applies to importers who previously certified their eligibility for the applicable duty rate. The notice does not alter the underlying antidumping duty rates or investigation scope.
US and Ecuador Sign Civil Nuclear Cooperation Memorandum
The U.S. Department of State announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding concerning strategic civil nuclear cooperation with Ecuador. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and Ecuadorian Minister of Foreign Affairs Gabriela Sommerfeld signed the agreement on April 1, 2026. The MOU establishes a framework for advancing peaceful civil nuclear cooperation, promoting nuclear safety, security, and nonproliferation standards.
Boltless Steel Shelving China Five-Year Review
The U.S. International Trade Commission instituted five-year reviews of antidumping and countervailing duty orders on boltless steel shelving units from China. The reviews will determine whether revocation of the orders would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury to the domestic industry. Interested parties must submit responses by May 1, 2026.
Prestressed Concrete Steel Wire Strand from China - Five-Year Review
The International Trade Commission instituted its third five-year reviews of antidumping and countervailing duty orders on prestressed concrete steel wire strand from China. The reviews will determine whether revocation of the orders would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury to the domestic industry. Interested parties must submit responses by May 1, 2026.
Five-Year Review of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders on Chassis and Subassemblies from China
The U.S. International Trade Commission has instituted five-year reviews under Section 751(c) of the Tariff Act to determine whether revocation of antidumping and countervailing duty orders on chassis and subassemblies from China would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury to the domestic industry. Commerce issued the countervailing duty order on May 10, 2021 and the antidumping duty order on July 8, 2021. Interested parties must submit response information by May 1, 2026.
Non-Refillable Steel Cylinders from China - Five-Year Sunset Review
The International Trade Commission instituted five-year sunset reviews of antidumping and countervailing duty orders on non-refillable steel cylinders from China (originally issued May 11, 2021). The review will determine whether revocation of these trade remedy orders would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury to the domestic industry. The sole U.S. producer is Worthington.
Revocation of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders on Chinese Kitchen Appliance Shelving
The U.S. International Trade Commission determined on March 30, 2026, to revoke the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on kitchen appliance shelving and racks from China following a five-year review. The Commission found that revocation would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury to the domestic industry. This marks the completion of Investigation 701-TA-458 and 731-TA-1154 (Third Review), effectively removing trade protections for this product category.
Sunset Reviews of Mattress Countervailing and Antidumping Duty Orders
The International Trade Commission (ITC) has instituted five-year sunset reviews of countervailing duty order on mattresses from China and antidumping duty orders on mattresses from Cambodia, Malaysia, Serbia, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam. The reviews will determine whether revocation of these orders would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury to the domestic mattress industry. Interested parties must submit responses by May 1, 2026.