Members As reported in the news this week, the white house has released its 2018 infrastructure plan. Significant proposals affecting infrastructure for ocean transportation (ports & roads) were referenced. A copy of the document can be found in the following link: 2018 WH Infrastructure Proposal 2.12.2018
Federal Maritime Commission Issues Regulatory Reform Priorities Plan
Federal Maritime Commission Issues Regulatory Reform Priorities Plan January 12, 2018 The Federal Maritime Commission today released a plan that identifies regulations under its purview that are currently suitable for reform or elimination, and establishes a schedule in which to consider further action on each of the items. The “Plan…
FMC Hearing on Demmurage and Detention
Please note the following update on the Federal Maritime Commision hearing to be held on Demmurage and Detention. P4-16 Final Notice Public Hearing Schedule Reissue
Letter to Congressional Leadership Urging the Advancement of an Infrastructure Investment Package
Gemini Shippers Group joined fellow assocations in the Infrastructure Working Group (IWG) in l a joint letter urging Congressional leadership to develop and advance an infrastructure investment package that will improve the safety, reliability and efficiency of our nation’s infrastructure. January 3, 2018 The Honorable Mitch McConnell Majority Leader U.S….
U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has issued a proposed rulemaking that “expands flexibility and deregulates” Non-Vessel-Operating Common Carrier Service Arrangements (NSAs) and Negotiated Rate Arrangements (NRAs).
The Federal Maritime Commision has issues a proposed rule making to ammend NVOCC NSA and NRA agreements. The most significant changes in the FMC’s proposed rulemaking include ending the requirement for NSAs to be filed with the commission, allowing NVOs and shippers to amend NRAs, and permit the act of…
‘‘U.S. OUTDOOR Act’’ H.R. 3645
Gemini Shippers Group joins industry supporters to urge congressional approval of the proposed H. R. 3645. This bill aims to eliminate duties on imports of recreational performance outerwear. The Harmonized Tariff Schedule items addressed in this bill include: 6201.91.03 .6203.41.03 . 6204.69.02 . 6201.91.05 . 6203.41.06 . 6204.69.03 . 6201.92.05 ….
Customs and Border Protection In-Bond Regulations Effective 11/27/171
Customs and Border Protection In-Bond Regulations Effective 11/27/171 In 2012, CBP announced its proposal to revise the in-bond regulations in part 18, as well as other applicable parts of the CBP regulations. Please find a write up of changes and thei…
FASA/Gemini Urges Support for CPSC Chair Nominee
On September 26, FASA/Gemini joined with 65 other organizations in urging the Senate to confirm Ann Marie Buerkle, the acting Chairman of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), to serve as the permanent Chairman of the CPSC. On September 27, th…
Gemini Urges Ports of LA/Long Beach to Revisit Proposed Clean Air Action Plan (CAAP) Update
On September 18, FASA/Gemini joined dozens of organization from across the transportation supply chain in sending a letter to the Ports of LA/Long Beach expressing significant concerns with their proposed Clean Air Action Plan Update (CAAP). The letter cites concerns that the proposal could impose immense costs on all…
KORUS TERMINATION NOTICE AND ACTION POSSIBLE
Press reports, and Hill and Administration officials, are suggesting that the President could invoke a provision to terminate the S./South Korea free trade agreement (aka KORUS) as early as Monday. President Trump is reportedly frustrated over the pace of discussions with the South Koreans pursuant to consultations that…