Regulation


  • Lithium-rich brine dries in an evaporation pond next to mounds of salt bi-product at a lithium mine in the Atacama Desert on August 24, 2022 in Salar de Atacama, Chile.
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    Trump orders review of domestic critical mineral production

    Federal agencies must identify lands and projects that can be developed immediately, per an executive order signed Thursday.

    By Philip Neuffer • March 24, 2025
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    EPA deregulation efforts could take months or years, experts say

    The federal agency will have to undergo a rigorous process to modify or dismantle the rules as well as potentially face a legal battle.

    By March 24, 2025
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    EU pushes back retaliatory tariffs on US to mid-April

    The decision provides additional time for discussions with the Trump administration, according to a European Commission spokesperson.

    By Philip Neuffer • March 20, 2025
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    Fort Worth, Texas, sues 3M, Dupont, DOD over PFAS contamination

    The city said the chemical manufacturers sold and distributed PFAS-containing firefighting foam to the U.S. Navy and Air Force.

    By March 19, 2025
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    Tariffs are paused for USMCA-compliant goods. How can companies qualify?

    Businesses that previously found pursuing USMCA treatment cost-prohibitive are scrambling to determine if they meet the trade deal’s requirements.

    By Philip Neuffer • March 19, 2025
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    Quality control at Boeing

    Boeing’s making progress on production, but obstacles could get in the way

    As the company begins revving up its production after a year of quality scandals, experts say tariff uncertainty could hamper its progress.

    By March 18, 2025
  • Tariff uncertainty sparks manufacturing anxiety, especially among small firms

    Shifting foreign suppliers could become more difficult as the Trump administration continues to enact new widespread tariff policies.

    By March 17, 2025
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    Food manufacturers seek tariff exemptions for some imports

    The Consumer Brands Association, which represents PepsiCo, Conagra and Mondelēz, said ingredients such as cocoa, coffee and certain spices aren’t produced in the U.S.

    By Christopher Doering • March 17, 2025
  • Former vice presidential candidate, U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) speaks during a press conference at the Shelby Township Police Department on August 7, 2024.
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    Small Business Administration launches ‘Made in America’ manufacturing effort

    Vice President JD Vance touted the administration's efforts during a visit to a Michigan plastics factory on Friday.

    By March 17, 2025
  • EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin stands at a podium, next to U.S. and EPA flags
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    Manufacturers hail EPA plans to rethink particulate matter regulations

    The National Association of Manufacturers, American Forest & Paper Association and others previously challenged an update to the National Ambient Air Quality Standards in court.

    By March 14, 2025
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    Can makers say metal tariffs hurt American manufacturing

    Only three domestic tin mill lines are still open in the U.S., according to a trade group.

    By Maria Rachal • March 13, 2025
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    Canada to impose 25% reciprocal tariffs following US steel, aluminum duties

    The measure, which takes effect Thursday, covers nearly $30 billion in imports from the U.S., including computers and sports equipment.

    By Max Garland • March 13, 2025
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    Trump threatens 200% tariffs on European wine, champagne

    The president vowed to implement the new duties if the European Union doesn’t walk back its retaliatory actions against U.S. whiskey.

    By Philip Neuffer • March 13, 2025
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    EPA launches sweeping deregulation effort on industrial emissions rules

    The cross-industry actions could impact chemical manufacturers and others subject to the Clean Air Act and emissions standards.

    By March 12, 2025
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    Deere shareholders vote down anti-DEI proposal

    The move comes months after the tractor giant rolled back its support for “social or cultural awareness events” in July.

    By March 12, 2025
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    Savannah sues 3M, DuPont over alleged PFAS contamination

    City officials also accused manufacturers Mohawk Industries of using forever chemicals and contaminating local water resources.

    By March 12, 2025
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    EU retaliates against US steel, aluminum tariffs

    The European Commission is letting previously suspended duties return for various products and planning for additional countermeasures by mid-April.

    By Max Garland • March 12, 2025
  • President Donald Trump walks across the South Lawn at the White House on March 9, 2025.
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    Trump reverses Canada steel, aluminum tariff hike

    A 25% tariff increase on the metal imports will still go into effect Wednesday, but that rate won’t double after Ontario backed off from imposing retaliatory energy tariffs.

    By Philip Neuffer • Updated March 11, 2025
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    Labor market ‘frozen in place’ amid Trump uncertainty, economists say

    Construction may be the "canary in the coal mine" as tariffs and potential deportations disrupt working activity, UKG’s Edward Hearn said.

    By Kathryn Moody • March 10, 2025
  • U.S. President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol on March 4 in Washignton, D.C.
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    Trump wants to end the ‘horrible, horrible’ CHIPS Act. It’s not that simple.

    Defunding the law would require an act of Congress, which one expert says would be unlikely to pass.

    By March 7, 2025
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    Trump extends tariff pause to all USMCA goods

    Imports from Mexico and Canada that are compliant with the trade deal will not be subject to tariffs until April 2.

    By Philip Neuffer • March 7, 2025
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    Trump pauses Mexico tariffs on USMCA goods until April 2

    Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick indicated the White House will soon announce that all goods compliant with the trade deal could receive the same treatment.

    By Philip Neuffer • March 6, 2025
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    US pauses auto tariffs by one month

    The exemption covers cars imported through the USMCA and comes after President Donald Trump spoke with the Big Three automakers.

    By Philip Neuffer • March 5, 2025
  • President Donald Trump addresses reporters during a press briefing at the White House on March 3, 2025.
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    Trump’s trade war heats up as countries retaliate against tariffs

    Mexico, Canada and China all announced they would counter the president's orders after additional duties went into effect this week.

    By Philip Neuffer , Edwin Lopez , Max Garland • March 4, 2025
  • President Donald Trump addresses reporters at the White House on March 3, 2025.
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    Trump hikes tariffs on China by 10%

    The president also maintained that the pause on duties for Canada and Mexico will come to an end Tuesday.

    By Philip Neuffer • March 3, 2025