US Probes Brazil's Wild Mix: Tech Tariffs, Ethanol, and Jungle Deforestation Drama

2026-11291 — Request for Comments on the Scope and Operation of a Mechanism To Promote Reciprocal Managed Trade With China

The U.S. Trade Representative is asking for your thoughts on how to make trade with China fairer and more balanced, especially for everyday products that aren’t sensitive or risky. They want to create a special U.S.-China Board of Trade to keep things running smoothly and make sure both sides play nice with tariffs. If you want to share your ideas, send them in by July 10, 2026, so they can help shape future trade deals that could impact prices and jobs.

2026-11296 — Notice of Determinations and Request for Comments Concerning Actions in Section 301 Investigations of Acts, Policies, and Practices of Various Economies Related to the Failure To Impose and Effectively Enforce a Prohibition on the Importation of Goods Produced With Forced Labor

The U.S. Trade Representative found that many countries aren’t stopping goods made with forced labor from entering the U.S. To fix this, they’re planning to add extra taxes (tariffs) on products from these countries, with rates between 10% and 12.5%. They’re also offering a special deal for some clothing imports and want your thoughts before finalizing these changes by early July 2026.

2026-11158 — Notice of Determination and Request for Comments Concerning Action Pursuant to Section 301: Brazil's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation

The U.S. is taking a closer look at Brazil’s rules on digital trade, tariffs, and environmental issues like illegal deforestation. They’re thinking about adding tariffs on some Brazilian goods but want your thoughts first! If you’re a business or just interested, get ready to share your ideas by early July 2026.

2026-11043 — Initiation of Section 301 Investigation and Request for Public Comments: Vietnam's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement

The U.S. is launching an investigation into Vietnam for not protecting intellectual property rights fairly, which affects American businesses relying on these protections. This could lead to changes in trade rules or penalties if Vietnam doesn’t improve. Public comments are open until July 2, 2026, so anyone interested can share their thoughts before decisions are made.

2026-10571 — Implementing Certain Tariff-Related Elements of a Trade and Security Agreement Between the American Institute in Taiwan and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States

The U.S. is updating tariffs as part of a new trade and security deal with Taiwan, following agreements signed in early 2026. These changes affect businesses trading goods between the U.S. and Taiwan by adjusting certain tariffs to support fairer trade and national security. The updates start now, but some parts of the deal will kick in later once fully approved.

2026-09809 — Request for Comments and Public Hearing About the Administration's Action Following a Determination of Import Injury With Regard to Quartz Surface Products (QSP)

The U.S. government found that imports of quartz surface products are hurting American makers of similar products. Now, they’re asking businesses and the public to share their thoughts on possible new trade rules to protect U.S. producers. If you’re involved in making, importing, or exporting quartz surfaces, get ready to speak up by early June 2026—this could affect prices and trade rules soon!

Previous: 2025-13496 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Pacific Cod Trawl Cooperative Program

The Department of Commerce is asking for your thoughts on the Pacific Cod Trawl Cooperative Program’s paperwork rules. Fishermen and businesses involved will see some updates to how they report info, aiming to keep things simple and clear. You’ve got 60 days to share your feedback before the final approval, with no new costs expected.

Next: 2025-13499 — Combined Notice of Filings #1

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got new filings from lots of wind and solar energy companies asking to update their power projects and rates. These changes could affect energy prices and operations in the Northwest and beyond. If you want to share your thoughts, you’ve got until early August or mid-September to comment, so don’t miss out!