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In a new interim final rule, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) announced changes to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) regarding advanced computing and semiconductor manufacturing items. These changes include new controls on semiconductor equipment, high bandwidth memory, and software keys. The rule aims to limit specific exports to countries of concern, such as China, due to national security risks. The refinements include foreign direct product rules, license requirements, and clarifications to assist compliance.

The Digital Manufacturing Design Innovation Institute (DMDII) has updated its membership list by adding multiple new organizations, including Ubisense and ProshopERP. This was reported to both the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission as per the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993, which allows limited recovery of antitrust damages for certain cooperative activities. DMDII has confirmed that membership remains open and further changes will be reported as needed. The last update was filed on September 30, 2020, with notice published on October 15, 2020.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced an extension of the public comment periods for several proposed rules regarding national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants across various industries. These rules, initially proposed in January 2021, cover industries such as mercury cell chlor-alkali plants, primary magnesium refining, flexible foam fabrication operations, refractory products manufacturing, carbon black production, and cyanide chemicals manufacturing. The comment deadlines were extended to dates in March 2021, allowing stakeholders additional time to review and provide feedback on the proposals. The EPA encourages submitting comments through their online portal or by email, considering COVID-19 restrictions on in-person submissions.

Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., U.S.A. submitted a proposal for production activity at its facility in Lincoln, Nebraska, which is part of Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) Subzone 59A. The FTZ Board announced in a Federal Register notice that they had reviewed the proposal and, as of January 24, 2025, found no need for further evaluation. Consequently, the production activity was authorized in accordance with the FTZ Act and regulations. The public had been invited to comment on the proposal during a notice period in 2024.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has submitted a proposed information collection to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The information collection supports the establishment of the Advanced Manufacturing Technologies (AMT) Designation Program as authorized by the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. This program encourages the pharmaceutical and biologic industries to adopt new manufacturing technologies to help with the development and availability of critical medical products. The FDA has also published draft guidance for this program, inviting public feedback to refine and improve the implementation process.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a temporary halt to certain parts of a rule regarding emissions standards for iron and steel manufacturing facilities. This decision came after several objections from industry groups who argued that some requirements were infeasible, based on new data received after the rule was finalized. The EPA is reconsidering parts of the rule related to work practices and opacity limits, which are rules on how visible pollution from certain processes should be. This temporary halt is set to last for 90 days, from April 2, 2025, to July 1, 2025, while the EPA reviews these objections.

The Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security is asking for public comments on an investigation into how importing semiconductors and their manufacturing equipment affects national security. This investigation, begun on April 1, 2025, under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, looks into things like domestic demand, foreign supply, and trade impacts. People interested in giving feedback have until May 7, 2025, to submit their thoughts through the federal rulemaking portal. The department is especially keen on insights related to current trade policies, foreign competition, and the feasibility of boosting U.S. production.

Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., U.S.A. submitted a notification in October 2024 to the Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) Board regarding proposed production activities at their Lincoln, Nebraska facility. This notification followed the FTZ Board's regulations and was open for public comment in the Federal Register. By February 2025, the FTZ Board decided that no additional review was needed and authorized the production activities under regulatory guidelines. This decision allows Kawasaki to continue its proposed manufacturing operations within the designated foreign-trade zone.

The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has started an investigation based on a complaint from Corning Incorporated regarding certain glass substrates used in liquid crystal displays (LCDs). The complaint alleges that several companies, including those from China and the U.S., are importing products that infringe on Corning's patents. The ITC will look into whether these actions violate U.S. trade laws and if an industry in the U.S. is affected. As a result, Corning is requesting the ITC to issue orders to prevent further importation and sale of the infringing products.

The U.S. International Trade Commission has announced that an investigation has been launched following a complaint by Corning Incorporated. The complaint alleges that certain companies are illegally importing glass substrates for liquid crystal displays, infringing on Corning’s patents, and misappropriating trade secrets. The investigation aims to determine if there has been a violation of laws protecting U.S. industries. If a violation is found, the Commission may issue orders to stop these imports.