Camera Clash: Trade Cops Review Sneaky Import Shenanigans

2026-17011, Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest

Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint entitled Certain Electronic Devices with Certain Audio Technologies, DN 3931; the Commission is soliciting comments on any public interest issues raised by the complaint or complainant's filing pursuant to the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure.

2026-17046, Certain Wireless Communications Devices and Components Thereof; Notice of Request for Submissions on the Public Interest

Notice is hereby given that on August 14, 2026, the presiding administrative law judge ("ALJ") issued an Initial Determination on Violation of Section 337. The ALJ also issued a Recommended Determination on remedy and bonding should a violation be found in the above-captioned investigation. The Commission is soliciting submissions on public interest issues raised by the recommended relief should the Commission find a violation. This notice is soliciting comments from the public and interested government agencies only.

2026-16848, Silicon Metal From Australia and Norway; Determinations

2026-16905, Certain Transformers and Components Thereof; Notice of Institution of Investigation

A company called Ayr Energy says some transformers and their parts imported into the U.S. are using stolen secrets and fake branding, which could hurt American businesses. The U.S. International Trade Commission is now investigating and might stop these products from being sold here. This could lead to new rules and orders soon, affecting companies selling these transformers and possibly changing what’s on store shelves.

2026-16816, Hand Trucks and Certain Parts Thereof From China; Determination

2026-16811, Certain Ink Cartridges and Components Thereof II; Notice of a Commission Determination Finding a Violation Under Section 337; Issuance of a General Exclusion Order and Cease and Desist Orders; Termination of the Investigation

Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has determined to find a violation under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, and to issue a general exclusion order ("GEO") prohibiting the importation of products that infringe claims 1 and 7 of each of the following patents: U.S. Patent Nos. 8,764,172 ("the '172 patent"); 9,370,934 ("the '934 patent"); 11,535,038 ("the '038 patent"); 12,240,248 ("the '248 patent"); and 12,240,249 ("the '249 patent"); and cease and desist orders ("CDOs") against respondents Mountain Peak, Inc. and Straightouttaink, LP. The investigation is terminated.

Previous: 2025-17825, Notice of Public Meeting of the Puerto Rico Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights

The Puerto Rico Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is holding an online meeting to talk about how old court cases called the Insular Cases affect civil rights in Puerto Rico. This meeting is for anyone interested in civil rights and Puerto Rico’s future. No money changes are involved, but the discussion could shape important ideas soon.

Next: 2025-17828, Submission for Review: RI 38-115, Representative Payee Survey

The Office of Personnel Management wants your thoughts on bringing back the Representative Payee Survey, which helps check how well payees manage benefits for others. This affects people who receive help managing their money and the folks who assist them. No big costs or changes yet, but your feedback will shape the next steps!