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On September 6, 2024, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) of the Department of Commerce published a rule in the Federal Register that accidentally contained some errors. This new rule, effective December 27, 2024, corrects those errors related to national security, regional stability, and special reporting/export controls in specific sections of the Export Administration Regulations. The changes involve correcting incorrect citations and redesignating paragraph numbers to ensure the proper application of export control laws, in line with the Export Control Reform Act of 2018.

The Department of Commerce, through the Bureau of Industry and Security, has issued a notice certifying that the systems to process and collect tariffs on aluminum and steel imports into the United States are adequate. This follows the President's Proclamations on February 10, 2025, which adjusted the import duties on these materials. The certifications confirm that the necessary processes are effectively in place to handle tariff revenue for both steel and aluminum, ensuring compliance with the new import duties set by the proclamations.

The Materials and Equipment Technical Advisory Committee (METAC) will hold a meeting on April 3, 2025, to advise on export control policies. The meeting, hosted by the Bureau of Industry and Security within the U.S. Department of Commerce, will be partly open to the public from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and closed from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The closed session will address sensitive topics like pre-decisional changes to export control policies and is conducted under legal provisions allowing such closures. Public participation is encouraged in the open session, which can be attended in person or virtually, with some prior arrangements required for virtual attendance.

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued a final rule that modifies the Export Administration Regulations by adding 140 companies to the Entity List, which bars them from certain export privileges. These companies, mostly based in China, as well as some in Japan, South Korea, and Singapore, are involved in semiconductor production and advanced computing. The U.S. government claims these companies pose risks to national security by supporting China's military efforts. Additionally, the rule updates some existing entries with new license requirements and removes three companies from a program that allowed specific export privileges.

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued a final rule adding 11 Chinese companies, mostly involved in advanced artificial intelligence and lithography technologies, to the Entity List. This means they require a U.S. export license due to concerns that they contribute to military advancements that oppose U.S. national security and foreign policy interests. The rule also modifies an entry for India, removing specific entities to support U.S.-India energy cooperation, particularly in nuclear technology. The changes went into effect on January 16, 2025.

The U.S. Department of Commerce is investigating how importing copper affects national security. This investigation, initiated under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, covers all forms of copper, including raw copper, alloys, and scrap. The public is invited to submit comments, data, and other relevant information by April 1, 2025. The department is particularly interested in insights on the copper demand for defense and infrastructure, domestic production capabilities, and the influence of foreign suppliers and trade practices.

The U.S. Department of State has published a list of entities and subentities associated with Cuba, known as the "Cuba Restricted List." This list includes organizations connected to the Cuban military, intelligence, or security services, with which direct financial transactions are generally prohibited due to Cuban Assets Control Regulations (CACR). Transactions with these entities are seen as disproportionately benefiting the Cuban government while impacting its people and private enterprises negatively. The list is available on the State Department's website and will be updated periodically.

In a new rule, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) removed Sudan from the list of State Sponsors of Terrorism, effective December 14, 2020. This change means Sudan is no longer subject to certain export controls, allowing it to be eligible for more license exceptions. Sudan has been moved from the list of countries supporting terrorism to Country Group B, which makes it easier to export certain U.S. products to Sudan. However, some licensing restrictions remain on specific exports and reexports.

The Department of Commerce is starting an investigation to understand how importing pharmaceuticals and their ingredients might affect national security. This examination is under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. They are asking the public for comments, data, and insights by May 7, 2025. They are particularly interested in the demand for these drugs in the U.S., the impact of foreign supply chains, and possible ways to boost local production.

The Department of Commerce invites public and federal agency comments on its information collection practices, in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This initiative, managed by the Bureau of Industry and Security, seeks input on reducing reporting burdens while maintaining necessary data collection for export control matters. Requests for forming Technical Advisory Committees, which assist with export regulations, should be sent to the Secretary of Commerce. Public comments will be open until March 15, 2021, and are subject to public record inclusion.