Regulation


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    China readies 34% tariff on US imports starting April 10

    The country's retaliation against President Donald Trump's trade policies builds upon previously announced duties.

    By Max Garland • April 4, 2025
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    A ‘wobbly’ moment in business: Manufacturers face life under Trump’s tariffs

    Companies are pushing to be more agile and flexible as the Trump administration’s baseline 10% tariff takes effect, but challenges loom ahead.

    By April 4, 2025
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    Industry mixed on Trump’s blanket tariffs

    While most are aligned with the president's efforts, manufacturers are scrambling to understand the effects of the trade duties on their operations.

    By April 3, 2025
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    Quality control at Boeing

    Boeing CEO says company making progress on safety changes

    CEO Kelly Ortberg told senators the aircraft maker is bolstering employee training to improve production quality.

    By April 3, 2025
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    Aluminum cans, beer imports subject to 25% tariffs

    The beer and can duties are separate from President Trump’s baseline tariffs. The Aluminum Association supports the move, while the Consumer Brands Association joined others in asking the administration to “fine-tune their approach.”

    By Katie Pyzyk • Updated 2 hours ago
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    Trump installs 10% baseline tariff, country-specific duties

    The president said he will levy import taxes on China, Japan and others equal to half of what they charge the U.S. based on White House calculations.

    By Philip Neuffer • Updated April 3, 2025
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    New Mexico advances heat safety rule

    If passed, the state would be the sixth to implement its own heat-related guidance, after a federal standard appears to have lost steam.

    By Zachary Phillips • April 1, 2025
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    Ski-Doo maker BRP expects $40M impact from tariffs

    Bombardier Recreational Products has been pulling forward shipments into the U.S. since December, with the aim of avoiding some tariff impacts.

    By March 31, 2025
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    Trump’s tariffs: Tracking the status of international trade actions

    The U.S. has rolled out a deluge of tariffs, sparking responses from trading partners. Here's where each tariff – threatened or realized – currently stands.

    By Philip Neuffer , Edwin Lopez • March 31, 2025
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    ​US auto tariffs begin, part tariffs to start May 3

    A 25% import tax is being applied to foreign vehicles, though a federal register notice clarifies foreign parts will be taxed at a later date.

    By Updated March 26, 2025
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    FDA delays traceability rule to contain foodborne illness outbreaks

    The 30-month pause comes as major food producers, such as Boar’s Head, grapple with E. coli and listeria contamination in their supply chains.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • March 26, 2025
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    Trump repeals Biden-era clean energy manufacturing orders

    The move cuts funding for electric heat pump manufacturing, as well as solar production and biomanufacturing research and development.

    By March 25, 2025
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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
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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
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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