Regulation
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Supply chain leaders react to Donald Trump’s win
Some industry groups fear expanded tariffs under a second Trump presidency, while others foresee benefits for manufacturing and trucking.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Nov. 7, 2024 -
4 employment actions to expect under a second Trump presidency
Employers are likely to see immigration raids, agency chair replacements and a slowing in regulatory activity, experts at Littler predicted.
By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 6, 2024 -
DOL guidelines for workplace AI center employee needs, job quality
The agency’s principles for responsible AI use in the workplace focus heavily on employee rights and how the technology should improve working conditions.
By Justin Bachman • Nov. 5, 2024 -
Tariff hikes could be coming. Stanley Black & Decker says it’s ready.
The toolmaker has been formulating a mitigation strategy since the spring, with the company planning to shift production away from China.
By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 4, 2024 -
De minimis overhaul will start before next president: former Biden official
A rulemaking proposal being issued by early December is very likely, according to former White House COVID-19 supply coordinator Tim Manning.
By Max Garland • Nov. 4, 2024 -
FTC appeals noncompete ban decision to 5th Circuit
Ryan, LLC and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce previously landed a victory with a federal district court ruling in their favor.
By Ryan Golden • Oct. 24, 2024 -
Biden-Harris administration opens tariff exclusion process
The exclusions come as some manufacturers scramble to find alternative suppliers outside China.
By Kate Magill • Oct. 17, 2024 -
FDA outlines new Drug Supply Chain Security Act exemptions
Several groups have been granted additional time to comply with the more than 10-year-old legislation.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 14, 2024 -
Trump vs. Harris on manufacturing: A tale of 2 speeches
In dueling remarks this week, the Republican nominee focused on tariff hikes, while the Democratic nominee talked of boosting clean energy production.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 30, 2024 -
ILA-USMX port labor talks
USMX files labor charge against dockworkers union
The International Longshoremen’s Association has refused to continue negotiations, the United States Maritime Alliance said in a statement Wednesday.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 26, 2024 -
Biden-Harris administration tackles supply chain risks with new federal tool
The Commerce Department's SCALE tool aims to assess risks across the economy and stop supply shortages before they happen.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 25, 2024 -
US seeks to limit China, Russia’s role in connected vehicle supply chains
The Department of Commerce's proposed new rule would require vehicles used in the U.S. to exclude suppliers with links to those countries.
By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 23, 2024 -
Confusion persists with food traceability rule as compliance date nears
From reporting metrics to how the FDA investigation process works, several major questions loom for industries impacted by the rule, a new report found.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Sept. 23, 2024 -
Fed rate cut unlikely to boost manufacturing until 2025, experts warn
The looming presidential election is still sparking uncertainty in the industry, pushing manufacturers to spend with caution.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 19, 2024 -
Fed cuts main rate by half point, voices confidence inflation falling
The central bank trimmed borrowing costs from a two-decade high after policymakers noted their growing concern about softening in the labor market.
By Jim Tyson • Sept. 19, 2024 -
Temu and Shein can weather de minimis changes. Others may struggle.
The e-commerce giants are already diversifying their supply chains in the wake of the White House’s proposal to limit the exemption, but smaller businesses may have a tough time doing the same.
By Max Garland • Sept. 18, 2024 -
Solar supply chain lifecycle gets boost with $40M in DOE funds
The money aims to boost sustainable management of solar modules at the end of their use, as concerns grow over how to deal with waste produced by the sector.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 17, 2024 -
Biden-Harris administration takes aim at de minimis exemption
The White House is also calling on Congress to pass legislation to exclude products covered by Section 201, 232 and 301 tariffs by the end of the year.
By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 13, 2024 -
Biden finalizes China tariff hikes
The first increases, including for electric vehicles and batteries, are set to go into effect on Sept. 27.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 13, 2024 -
US CBP delays de minimis enforcement change
A plan to automatically reject shipments that breached the $800 threshold was pushed back after trade community feedback.
By Max Garland • Sept. 12, 2024 -
Trump, Harris spar over manufacturing, trade and tariffs
In Tuesday’s presidential debate, the candidates offered vastly different strategies for how to grow the economy and compete with China on clean vehicles and advanced technology.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 11, 2024 -
Seko Logistics tosses court case on de minimis program suspension
The company had been embroiled in a battle with U.S. Customs and Border Protection over its Entry Type 86 eligibility.
By Max Garland • Sept. 5, 2024 -
Shein reports 2 cases of child labor in its supply chain
The fast fashion giant discovered the cases last year and suspended orders from the manufacturers pending “appropriate remediation.”
By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 26, 2024 -
Powell says ‘time has come’ for rate cut, cites weakening labor market
The Fed chair did not indicate the size of a coming interest rate reduction, keeping alive a debate on how far policymakers will cut borrowing costs.
By Jim Tyson • Aug. 26, 2024 -
How air cargo shippers can prepare for de minimis fallout
Changes to the exemption threshold could be implemented soon. Here’s how supply chain managers can prepare.
By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 22, 2024