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Customer Advisory: U.S. Compliance Advisory
Jan. 12, 2026
Customer Advisory
- The Supreme Court did not rule on Friday on the legality of broad tariffs imposed by President Trump under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), leaving markets still awaiting a decision poised to have far-reaching impacts on trade policy and the U.S. fiscal situation.
- CSMS #67297933 — Forced Labor Portal Training Webinars: In preparation for the launch of the Forced Labor Portal in January 2026, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will conduct three webinars to train users on the new Portal’s functionalities. To register, visit:
- Forced Labor Portal Launch Session 1, Tuesday, January 13th, 2026, 11:00 a.m. EST
- Forced Labor Portal Launch Session 2, Wednesday, January 14th, 2026, 1:00 p.m. EST
- Forced Labor Portal Launch Session 3, Thursday, January 15th, 2026, 1:00 p.m. EST
- CSMS #67305746 — ICYMI: Electronic Refunds Interim Final Rule Effective February 6, 2026 — Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Support Call Schedule Reminder
- ACE Portal Feature for Trade Users to Add Notify Parties:Security: Robust supply chain security and internal controls.
- Congressman Max Miller (OH-07) Introduces Legislation to Create Trusted Importer License
- Legal Compliance: Adherence to all trade and customs laws.
- Legal Compliance: Adherence to all trade and customs laws.Lacey Act Declarations: Effective January 1st, 2026, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is no longer accepting paper submissions of the Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) 505 or 505B form. Filers who have submitted paper declarations in the past will need to file via ACE or APHIS’ LAWGS.
STAY AHEAD – ONE FORWARDER, ONE BROKER = OVERALL COMPLIANCE