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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 9085
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) is requesting public comments on a case concerning certain wearable monitoring devices. An administrative law judge has found a potential violation of Section 337 regarding the import and sale of these devices by various companies, including Fitbit and Garmin. The ITC is considering issuing exclusion orders and cease and desist orders, but they want feedback on how these actions might impact public health, competition, and consumers in the U.S. Public comments are due by March 8, 2021, and should address specific issues like the availability and production of alternative products and potential impacts on consumers.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government is asking people to share their thoughts about a problem with certain health gadgets like smartwatches that count your steps, made by companies like Fitbit and Garmin. They want to know if making it harder to buy these gadgets in America will help or hurt people.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 16172
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint from Nokia Technologies and Nokia Corporation against companies like Acer and Hisense. The complaint alleges that these companies are importing and selling video-capable devices that violate section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The Commission is asking for public comments on the impact of issuing orders to stop these imports. People can submit comments by referring to the docket number 3821 through the Commission's electronic filing system.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. International Trade Commission got a complaint from Nokia saying some tech companies might be breaking import rules by selling certain gadgets. The Commission wants people to say what they think about stopping these sales.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 576
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has received a complaint concerning certain batteries and products containing them, filed by One World Technologies, Inc. and Techtronic Power Tools Technology Ltd. The complaint alleges violations of trade laws by several Chinese companies importing these products into the U.S. The ITC is requesting public comments on whether the requested remedial actions, such as exclusion orders, would impact public health, the U.S. economy, or consumers. Comments must be submitted electronically by a specified deadline and should address the potential effects on the public and competitive conditions in the U.S.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. International Trade Commission got a report saying that some companies making batteries did something wrong, and they want kids and their grown-ups to share if they think stopping these battery sales would help or hurt people in America. But people have to hurry because they only have a short time to say what they think!

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8380
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint from Evolved Wireless, LLC concerning certain LTE-compliant cellular communication devices possibly violating the Tariff Act of 1930. Evolved Wireless has named Samsung Electronics and Motorola Mobility as respondents and is seeking various orders to stop the alleged infringements. The public is invited to comment on how these requested orders might affect public health, safety, and the U.S. economy. Comments must be submitted electronically within eight days of the notice’s publication in the Federal Register.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. International Trade Commission got a complaint from a company saying some cell phones might be breaking a law, and they asked people to say how stopping these phones might affect everyone. People have a little over a week to share what they think.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 2026
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The U.S. International Trade Commission received a complaint from Razor USA LLC and Shane Chen alleging violations related to the importation and sale of motorized self-balancing vehicles. The complaint targets several companies and requests the Commission to issue orders preventing the import and sale of these vehicles while the complaint is reviewed. The Commission invites public comments about how the requested actions could impact public health, safety, U.S. economy, and consumers. Comments must be submitted electronically, and the Commission provides guidance for confidential submissions.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. International Trade Commission got a complaint from a company saying that some electric scooters shouldn't be allowed to be sold here because they're breaking rules. The Commission wants people to share their thoughts on how stopping these scooters might affect things like health and safety, but it's a bit tricky because you have to use the computer to tell them.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 8298
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has received an amended complaint from Razor USA LLC and Shane Chen regarding potential violations of trade laws by several companies involved in the importation and sale of motorized self-balancing vehicles. The complaint calls for a limited exclusion order, cease and desist orders, and a bond on allegedly infringing products. The ITC invites comments from the public and interested parties on how these requested actions could impact public health, competitive conditions, and consumer interests in the United States. Comments on these issues are due within eight calendar days of this notice's publication, with the possibility for further comment opportunities after the initial determination.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. International Trade Commission got a job from two companies to check if some other companies are bringing in special scooters, like hoverboards, from other countries without playing fair. They want the Commission to stop these scooters and hear what people think about it in the next few days.