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Crapo Remarks on USMCA Trade Agreement Review

Senator Mike Crapo delivered remarks at a hearing discussing the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) six years after its approval. The remarks highlighted the agreement's positive impact on American jobs, manufacturing, and economic growth, while also noting areas for improved enforcement and the importance of business certainty.

USMCA Hearing Announcement

The U.S. Senate Finance Committee announced a hearing on the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) to evaluate North American competitiveness. The hearing is scheduled for February 12, 2026, and will feature testimony from various stakeholders.

Specialty Crops Reporting on Opportunities and Promotion Act

Senators Crapo and Wyden, along with Representatives Valadao and Bonamici, introduced the Specialty Crops Reporting on Opportunities and Promotion Act to address foreign trade barriers impacting U.S. specialty crop exports. The bill aims to improve the annual U.S. Specialty Crops Trade Issues Report to better identify and combat tariffs and other restrictions.

Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Order Advance Notification of Sunset Review

The International Trade Administration, part of the Department of Commerce, issued an advance notification regarding upcoming sunset reviews for antidumping or countervailing duty orders. This notice informs parties of the scheduled reviews.

Steel Wire Rod Duty Orders Continuation from Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico

The International Trade Administration has issued a notice regarding the continuation of antidumping and countervailing duty orders on steel wire rod from Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico, Moldova, and Trinidad and Tobago. This action confirms the ongoing application of these duties.

Ceramic Tile from China: Continuation of AD/CVD Orders

The International Trade Administration has published a notice regarding the continuation of antidumping and countervailing duty orders on ceramic tile from the People's Republic of China. This notice indicates that the existing orders will remain in effect following a review.

Notice of Scope Ruling Applications in Duty Proceedings

The International Trade Administration has published a notice regarding the filing of scope ruling applications in antidumping and countervailing duty proceedings. This notice informs interested parties about the applications received by the Department of Commerce.

Initiation of Five-Year Sunset Reviews Announced

The International Trade Administration announced the initiation of five-year sunset reviews for certain trade remedy measures. These reviews are conducted to determine whether existing measures should be continued. The notice was published in the Federal Register on March 2, 2026.

Choi v. Johnson - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Choi v. Johnson, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on February 2, 2026. The case involves a copyright dispute and is assigned to Judge Thomas S. Hixson. A recent filing on March 1, 2026, concerns consent to proceed before a U.S. Magistrate Judge.

OCC National Bank Chartering Rule on Non-Fiduciary Activities

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has amended its national bank chartering rule concerning non-fiduciary activities. This final rule, published in the Federal Register, will take effect on April 1, 2026.