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The President of the United States has issued Proclamation 10895 to impose new duties on imported aluminum products starting March 12, 2025. This proclamation requires updates to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) to reflect these changes, which have been officially published by the Department of Commerce. The new rates apply to various types of aluminum goods, including those that originate in Russia. Importers need to report specific details about the aluminum products to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection and should stay informed about filing requirements.

The Department of Commerce is inviting public comments about its information collection activities, which are under review as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The goal is to gather feedback on whether these collections are necessary, accurate, and not too burdensome. These information collections relate to exclusions from national security-related import adjustments on steel and aluminum as per Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, and comments must be submitted by April 1, 2025. Comments will be part of public records and help evaluate the practical utility and cost impact of the collection process.

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.

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has updated the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) by removing three entities from the Unverified List (UVL) after successful verification of their legitimacy and reliability in the end-use of items covered under the EAR. The entities removed from the UVL include DMA Logistics GmbH in Germany and Integrated Production and Test Engineering (IPTE) in Mexico. This action restores the eligibility of these entities to use license exceptions for exports, reexports, and transfers under the EAR. The rule takes effect on January 11, 2021, and is not considered significant under Executive Orders 13563 and 12866.

Jesse Rodriguez was convicted in 2019 for illegally handling and selling ammunition classified as defense articles. As a result, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has revoked his export privileges for five years, effective until January 16, 2024. This order prohibits Rodriguez from participating in any export-related activities, and it also cautions others against aiding him in such activities. Rodriguez has the option to appeal this decision within 45 days.

The Bureau of Industry and Security, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, is updating the Export Administration Regulations to impose new restrictions on certain biotechnology equipment. This interim final rule targets equipment, such as flow cytometers and mass spectrometers, used in advanced biotechnology, which could pose national security risks if misused. These regulations come into effect on January 16, 2025, and they also invite the public to comment on the new measures by March 17, 2025. The rule aims to prevent these technologies from being used in ways that could threaten U.S. security while still allowing for their beneficial use in fields like health and environmental science.

The Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) implemented new export control rules to manage the global distribution of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models and computing technologies. These rules introduce tighter controls on exporting certain AI model weights and advanced computing chips to protect national security. The measures include new licensing requirements, exceptions, and procedures for companies to follow when exporting these technologies. Additionally, BIS aims to balance securing these technologies with allowing their beneficial uses, ensuring that they are shared responsibly and securely.

The Department of Commerce is seeking comments from the public and other federal agencies on their process of collecting information regarding objections to Section 232 adjustments on imports of steel and aluminum. This feedback will help them determine the necessity and impact of their data collection and find ways to make it more efficient and less burdensome. Citizens are encouraged to submit comments by April 1, 2025, and can do so via the provided email addresses. The information collected is used to evaluate national security considerations related to these imports.

The Sensors and Instrumentation Technical Advisory Committee (SITAC) will have a meeting on March 2, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. via teleconference. During this meeting, there will be a public session that includes welcomes, industry presentations, and new business discussions. Part of the meeting will be closed to the public to discuss sensitive matters related to export controls. The public can attend on a first-come, first-served basis and may submit written statements or present orally if time allows. For more information, contact Yvette Springer.

The document is a notice from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Industry and Security Bureau regarding the modification of a Temporary Denial Order (TDO) against Azur Air. The Bureau has granted a request to update the address of Azur Air to their office in Krasnoyarsk, Russia. This updated order restricts Azur Air from participating in transactions involving U.S. exported items due to violations involving reexport activities. These restrictions will remain in effect until September 20, 2025, unless renewed, and Azur Air may appeal the order.