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(24 articles)FMCSA Reverses Course, Denies Epilepsy Driver Exemptions
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has abruptly reversed its permissive stance on medical exemptions for commercial drivers with epilepsy, denying 70 applications across two recent Federa
EU €3 Parcel Tax Disrupts Air Cargo Networks Across Member States
The European Commission's introduction of a €3 customs duty on low-value ecommerce imports, effective July 1, 2024, is causing significant disruption to air cargo networks across EU member states. The
CPSC eFiling 2026: Importers Must Comply With ACE Mandate
Beginning in 2026, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) will require all importers to file product safety documentation electronically through the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Aut
U.S. Renews Jones Act Shipping Waiver, Easing Domestic Transport
The United States is progressing toward renewal of the Jones Act shipping waiver, a regulatory mechanism that has historically provided temporary relief from protectionist maritime regulations. This d
Global K9 Urges UK Aerospace Screening Rule Reform
Global K9, a logistics service provider, has initiated a formal call for revision of UK aerospace screening regulations that currently govern air cargo operations. The company argues that existing scr
Supreme Court Expands Presidential Power Over Rail Regulator STB
A landmark Supreme Court decision in *Trump v. Slaughter* has fundamentally altered the balance of power over independent regulatory agencies, with immediate implications for the Surface Transportatio
Trade Court Blocks Trump's 10% Blanket Tariffs in Major Ruling
A federal trade court has ruled against the implementation of Trump's proposed 10% blanket tariffs, marking a significant legal setback for the broad-based tariff strategy. This ruling creates immedia
EU De Minimis Threshold Removal: What Retailers Must Know
Beginning July 1st, the European Union will terminate its de minimis threshold—a long-standing exemption that allowed shipments below a certain value to bypass standard customs duties and declarations
Supreme Court Ruling Exposes Major Compliance Gap for Freight Brokers
On May 22, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously eliminated the federal preemption shield that has protected freight brokers from negligent carrier selection claims for over two decades. Eleven day
Iran Insurance Mandate for Hormuz Transits Reshapes Shipping
Iran has implemented a new mandatory insurance requirement for all vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint responsible for approximately 30% of global seaborne oil trade. This policy rep
Politics Reshapes Global Freight Movement Patterns
Political dynamics are becoming a primary driver of freight movement decisions, particularly in the Middle East where geopolitical tensions and policy shifts directly impact traditional trade corridor
Supreme Court Clears Path for New Tariff Action on Imports
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision not to hear a tariff-related challenge removes a significant legal barrier to new Trump administration trade actions. This ruling effectively clears the path for expa
Bangladesh Budget Includes Logistics Reforms; Commission Needed
Bangladesh's recent budget announcement signals a meaningful shift toward addressing systemic logistics inefficiencies, marking a welcome policy pivot from supply chain stakeholders. The budget includ
EEOC Plans to Eliminate EEO-1 Reporting Requirements
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has submitted a proposal to the White House to eliminate the EEO-1 reporting requirement, a longstanding mandate that compels employers to submit ann
EU Low-Value Package Duty Rules: Logistics Firms Seek Phase-In
Major logistics providers are formally requesting that the European Union implement new duties on low-value packages through a graduated phase-in period rather than an abrupt full implementation. This
EU Low-Value Package Duty Rules: Logistics Industry Demands Phased Implementation
Major logistics operators are calling on EU regulators to implement a phased approach to new low-value package duty regulations, signaling industry concern over operational disruption and compliance c
Trump 100% China Tariff: Supply Chain Impact
The announcement of an additional 100% tariff on Chinese goods represents a structural shift in US trade policy with immediate and severe implications for global supply chains. This doubling of existi
Supreme Court Strips FAAAA Liability Shield for Freight Brokers
The Supreme Court of the United States has rejected a longstanding liability shield protection for freight brokers under the Freight Forwarder Accountability and Advancement Act (FAAAA). This ruling r
Trump Trade Policy Overhaul Sends Supply Chains Into Crisis
The Trump administration's abrupt departure from established trade policy frameworks is creating unprecedented turbulence across global supply chains. Rather than following conventional diplomatic pro
Supreme Court Expands Freight Broker Liability for Unsafe Carriers
The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a landmark ruling that significantly expands the legal liability of freight brokers when they hire trucking companies with poor safety records or unsafe operating pra
USMCA Review Reaches Critical Decision Point—What's Next
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is approaching a critical juncture in its periodic review process, creating uncertainty for supply chain professionals across North America. This deci
SEC Proposes Major Shift: Quarterly Earnings Could Become Optional
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed a significant regulatory shift that would permit publicly traded companies to transition from quarterly to semi-annual earnings reporting, effe
Tariffs & TPRM: Managing Supply Chain Risk in 2025
The convergence of tariff escalation, evolving trade policy, and increased regulatory scrutiny is fundamentally reshaping how supply chain professionals must approach Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM
Tariff Ruling Reshapes Supply Chain Compliance Strategy
A recent tariff ruling is prompting supply chain professionals to reevaluate their exposure to trade policy changes and the adequacy of their compliance infrastructure. The decision underscores growin