Faux Leather Fabric Sneaks Into Free Trade Loophole

2026-11693 — Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (“CAFTA-DR”)

The U.S. has added a special double weave nylon/polyester/spandex fabric to a list that lets it import this fabric freely under the CAFTA-DR trade deal because it’s not made enough in partner countries. This change starts June 11, 2026, helping businesses get the fabric faster and without limits. If you’re in the textile or apparel world, this means smoother access and potentially lower costs for this fabric.

2026-02832 — Limitation of Duty-Free Imports of Apparel Articles Assembled in Haiti Under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act

Starting February 3, 2026, the U.S. is setting a limit on how much duty-free apparel made in Haiti can enter under a special trade deal. Only about 267 million square meters of these clothes can get the tax break this year, helping protect U.S. businesses while still supporting Haiti’s garment industry. This limit is based on last year’s import data and lasts until December 19, 2026.

2026-02852 — Limitations of Duty-Free Imports of Apparel Articles Assembled in Beneficiary Sub-Saharan African Countries From Regional and Third-Country Fabric

Starting February 3, 2026, there’s a new limit on how much duty-free apparel can be imported into the U.S. from Sub-Saharan African countries using regional or third-country fabric. This affects apparel makers and importers relying on these trade benefits, capping the amount at 7% of total U.S. apparel imports. These changes keep trade fair and support African growth through the end of 2026.

2025-13837 — Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (“CAFTA-DR”)

CITA found that some special yarn isn’t made enough or fast enough in CAFTA-DR countries. So, this yarn is now allowed to be imported without limits under the trade agreement. This helps businesses get the materials they need quicker and keeps trade flowing smoothly.

2026-13647 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; William D Ford Federal Direct Loan Program Repayment Plan Selection Form

The Department of Education is updating the form that helps students pick their loan repayment plans for the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program. This affects about 660,000 borrowers who’ll have a clearer, easier way to choose how they pay back their loans. Comments on the changes are open until August 6, 2026, so now’s the time to speak up!

2026-13660 — Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

HUD is updating its Single-Family Mortgage system to include more types of records and add a 'Do Not Pay' check to keep payments safe and follow federal rules. This change affects people with HUD FHA loans and aims to improve how loan payments are handled. You can share your thoughts by August 6, 2026, before the update goes live.

Previous: 2026-01691 — WisdomTree Digital Trust, WisdomTree Securities, Inc., WisdomTree Digital Management, Inc., and WisdomTree Transfers, Inc.; Notice of Application

WisdomTree companies want permission to let their broker-dealer buy and sell shares of a special government money market fund that aims to keep its share price steady at $1.00. This change affects investors who buy these shares and could speed up trading with some new joint arrangements. If no one objects by February 20, 2026, the plan will move forward without a hearing.

Next: 2026-01693 — Agency Information Collection for Comments Request: Proposed Collection

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) wants your thoughts on new forms that help protect your personal info when you ask for or share your records. If you’re an individual who deals with NCUA records, these changes make sure your privacy stays safe. You’ve got until March 30, 2026, to send in your comments—this won’t cost you anything but your two cents!