BIS Simplifies Export Violation Self-Disclosures

BIS Simplifies Export Violation Self-Disclosures

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has simplified voluntary reporting of export violations. The revisions to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) streamline the process and update penalty guidelines to better reflect the severity of the offense. These amendments are meant to motivate exporters to report violations sooner rather than later. Voluntary Report Changes Dual-Track…

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CBP Launches Enhanced Forced Labor Website

CBP Launches Enhanced Forced Labor Website

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has unveiled a revamped Forced Labor website featuring a modern design, expanded resources, and improved usability. The enhanced platform streamlines access to critical information to support CBP's mission in preventing forced labor products from entering the US. Key upgrades include: Dedicated Forced Labor Enforcement page with statistics, dashboards, and…

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CARM is Live! 10/21

CARM is Live! 10/21

Effective October 21, 2024, the Canada Border Services Agency's (CBSA) Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) has successfully launched. Comprehensive support documentation for CARM Release 3 is now available: CARM Go-Live Playbook Over 70 detailed user guides covering key functions, such as— Manage Financial Security File Commercial Accounting Declarations (CAD) View Account Statements (SOA) Payment Processing…

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UPDATE: 11/12 CBP Targets Vague Cargo Descriptions

UPDATE: 11/12 CBP Targets Vague Cargo Descriptions

UPDATE 10/8/2024: Effective November 12, 2024, CBP will reject vague cargo descriptions under Air Cargo Advance Screening (ACAS) submissions, resulting in error code MISSING_CARGO_DESC. CBP has extended its original October 7 deadline to November 12, in an effort to provide the industry more time to achieve full compliance. ACAS filers must address warning and rejection…

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Worldwide Export Controls for Restricted Tech

Worldwide Export Controls for Restricted Tech

Have you identified restricted destinations and technologies in your supply chain? Recent export control updates demand that logistics professionals take action to ensure compliance. The Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued a new worldwide export controls interim final rule on critical technologies to ensure national security and prevent misuse. Restricted…

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