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2026-13376 — Initiation of Five-Year (Sunset) Reviews

The U.S. Department of Commerce is kicking off its automatic five-year checkup on certain trade duties to see if they should stay or go. This affects companies importing products like ironing tables and magnesia carbon from countries like China. Starting July 2, 2026, these reviews could impact prices and trade rules, so businesses should stay alert!

2026-13342 — Standard Steel Welded Wire Mesh From Mexico: Final Results of the Expedited First Sunset Review of the Countervailing Duty Order

The U.S. Department of Commerce decided to keep the extra taxes (countervailing duties) on steel welded wire mesh from Mexico because removing them could let unfair subsidies sneak back in. This means U.S. steel makers like Keysteel and others stay protected starting July 1, 2026. So, importers will keep paying these duties, helping American companies compete fairly.

2026-13341 — Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Order, Finding, or Suspended Investigation; Opportunity To Request Administrative Review and Join Annual Inquiry Service List; Note Regarding Format of Review Requests

If you’re involved in importing goods that might be subject to special duties (called antidumping or countervailing duties), now’s your chance to ask the government to review those duties during the anniversary month of their announcement. This process affects importers and companies who want to make sure duties are fair and up-to-date. Act fast—there are deadlines to request reviews and join the annual inquiry list, which could impact how much money you pay or get back.

2026-13343 — Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Order, Finding, or Suspended Investigation; Advance Notification of Sunset Review

Every five years, the U.S. checks if certain import taxes on products from other countries should stay or go. In August 2026, reviews will focus on steel pipes from China to see if dumping or unfair subsidies are still happening. If the taxes stay, it could affect prices and businesses, so companies need to act fast to join the review process.

2026-13345 — Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar From the Republic of T[uuml]rkiye: Final Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2023

The U.S. Department of Commerce found that steel concrete reinforcing bars (rebar) from Türkiye received unfair government help during 2023. Because of this, extra duties (taxes) will apply starting July 1, 2026, affecting importers and sellers of this rebar. This move aims to keep the playing field fair for U.S. businesses and could impact prices and trade.

2026-13105 — Twist Ties From the People's Republic of China: Final Results of the Expedited First Sunset Review of the Antidumping Duty Order

The U.S. Department of Commerce decided to keep the special tax (antidumping duty) on twist ties from China because removing it could let unfairly cheap imports flood the market again. This protects American twist tie makers like Bedford Industries and keeps prices fair. The decision takes effect on June 30, 2026, so importers should be ready to keep paying these duties.

Previous: 2025-12682 — Notice of Federal Advisory Committee Meeting

The Department of Defense is holding a meeting for the Board of Visitors of the U.S. Air Force Academy. This meeting affects anyone interested in how the Academy runs and plans for the future. It’s a chance to hear updates and share ideas, with no direct costs or deadlines for the public.

Next: 2025-12684 — Notification of Intention To Strike or Picket at Any Health Care Institution

If a labor group plans to strike or picket at a health care place, they must tell the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS) first using a special form. This rule helps keep things fair and organized, and the government is asking for feedback before making it official. It affects unions, health care spots, and could impact timing and paperwork costs.