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Notices. Semiannual Regulatory Agenda

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BILLING CODE 4150-03-P 90 181 Monday, September 22, 2025 Unified Agenda Part VIII Department of Homeland Security Semiannual Regulatory Agenda DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of the Secretary 6 CFR Chs. I and II [DHS Docket No. OGC-RP-04-001] Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, DHS. ACTION: Semiannual Regulatory Agenda. SUMMARY: This regulatory agenda is a semiannual summary of projected regulations, existing regulations, and completed actions of the Department of Homeland Security
(DHS)and its components. This agenda provides the public with information about DHS's regulatory and deregulatory activity. DHS expects that this information will enable the public to be more aware of, and effectively participate in, the Department's regulatory and deregulatory activity. DHS invites the public to submit comments on any aspect of this agenda. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: General Please direct general comments and inquiries on the agenda to the Regulatory Affairs Law Division, Office of the General Counsel, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, 2707 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE, Mail Stop 0485, Washington, DC 20528-0485. Specific Please direct specific comments and inquiries on individual actions identified in this agenda to the individual listed in the summary portion as the point of contact for that action. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: DHS provides this notice pursuant to the requirements of the Regulatory Flexibility Act (Pub. L. 96-354, Sept. 19, 1980) and Executive Order 12866 “Regulatory Planning and Review” (Sept. 30, 1993) as incorporated in Executive Order 13563 “Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review” (Jan. 18, 2011), which require the Department to publish a semiannual agenda of regulations. The regulatory agenda is a summary of existing and projected regulations as well as actions completed since the publication of the last regulatory agenda for the Department. DHS's last semiannual regulatory agenda was published online on December 13, 2024, at *https://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/eAgendaMain.* Beginning in fall 2007, the internet became the basic means for disseminating the Unified Agenda. The complete Unified Agenda is available online at *www.reginfo.gov.* The Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 602) requires Federal agencies to publish their regulatory flexibility agendas in the **Federal Register** . A regulatory flexibility agenda shall contain, among other things, a brief description of the subject area of any rule which is likely to have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. DHS's printed agenda entries include regulatory actions that are in the Department's regulatory flexibility agenda. Printing of these entries is limited to fields that contain information required by the agenda provisions of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. Additional information on these entries is available in the Unified Agenda published on the internet. The semiannual agenda of the Department conforms to the Unified Agenda format developed by the Regulatory Information Service Center. Christina E. McDonald, Associate General Counsel for Regulatory Affairs. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services—Proposed Rule Stage Sequence No. Title Regulation Identifier No. 89 Petition for Immigrant Worker Reforms 1615-AC85 90 U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment-Based Immigrant Visa, Fifth Preference (EB-5) Fee Rule 1615-AC93 U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services—Completed Actions Sequence No. Title Regulation Identifier No. 91 Modernizing H-1B Requirements and Oversight, Providing Flexibility in the F-1 Program, and Program Improvements Affecting Other Nonimmigrant Workers 1615-AC70 92 Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections 1615-AC76 93 Modernizing Regulations Governing Nonimmigrant Workers 1615-AC88 U.S. Coast Guard—Final Rule Stage Sequence No. Title Regulation Identifier No. 94 Implementation of Training Requirements for Personnel Serving on U.S.-Flagged Passenger Ships That Carry More than 12 Passengers on International Voyages 1625-AC68 U.S. Coast Guard—Completed Actions Sequence No. Title Regulation Identifier No. 95 Cybersecurity in the Marine Transportation System 1625-AC77 U.S. Customs and Border Protection—Proposed Rule Stage Sequence No. Title Regulation Identifier No. 96 Electronic Export Manifest For Vessel Cargo 1651-AB59 Transportation Security Administration—Long-Term Actions Sequence No. Title Regulation Identifier No. 97 Vetting of Certain Surface Transportation Employees 1652-AA69 98 Amending Vetting Requirements for Employees With Access to a Security Identification Display Area
(SIDA)1652-AA70 Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency—Long-Term Actions Sequence No. Title Regulation Identifier No. 99 Ammonium Nitrate Security Program 1670-AA00 Customs Revenue Functions—Long-Term Actions Sequence No. Title Regulation Identifier No. 100 Entry of Low-Value Shipments 1685-AA01 101 Trade and National Security Actions and Low-Value Shipments 1685-AA02 Department of Homeland Security
(DHS)U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Proposed Rule Stage 89. PETITION FOR IMMIGRANT WORKER REFORMS [1615-AC85] Legal Authority: 6 U.S.C. 111, 112; 8 U.S.C. 1103(a); 8 U.S.C. 1153(b); 8 U.S.C. 1154(a)(1)(E) and (F); 8 U.S.C. 1182(a)(5)(C) and
(r)Abstract: The Department of Homeland Security
(DHS)is proposing to amend its regulations governing employment-based immigrant petitions in the first, second, and third preference classifications. Petitions for these classifications are filed by employers, or in certain cases by aliens on their own behalf, to bring talent and skills to the United States. The proposed rule would, if finalized, implement reforms to ensure the integrity of the program, such as defining bona fide job offer and clarifying site visit authority. It would also codify current policy guidance and implement administrative decisions regarding successorship-in-interest and ability to pay; update provisions governing extraordinary ability and outstanding professors and researchers; modernize outdated provisions for individuals of extraordinary ability and outstanding professors and researchers; clarify evidentiary requirements for first preference classifications, second preference national interest waiver
(NIW)classifications, and physicians of national and international renown; and correct errors and omissions. Timetable: Action Date FR Cite NPRM 01/00/26 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Agency Contact: Paul Buono, Chief, Business and Foreign Workers Division, Office of Policy and Strategy, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, 5900 Capital Gateway Drive, Suite 4S190, Camp Springs, MD 20588-0009 Phone: 240 721-3000 RIN: 1615-AC85 90. U.S. CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION SERVICES EMPLOYMENT-BASED IMMIGRANT VISA, FIFTH PREFERENCE (EB-5) FEE RULE [1615-AC93] Legal Authority: 8 U.S.C. 1101; 8 U.S.C. 1103; 8 U.S.C. 1254a; 8 U.S.C. 1254b; 8 U.S.C. 1304; 8 U.S.C. 1356; Pub. L. 107-609; 48 U.S.C. 1806; Pub. L. 107-296, 116 Stat. 2135 (6 U.S.C. 101 note); Pub. L. 115-218, 132 Stat. 1547; Pub. L. 116-159, 134 Stat. 709 Abstract: The Department of Homeland Security
(DHS)is proposing to adjust the fees U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) charges for Employment-Based Fifth Preference (EB-5) immigration benefit requests. This rule also proposes to codify in regulation certain elements of the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 and make one technical amendment. DHS intends that the rule will provide USCIS the resources necessary to accomplish the goals of the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 and enhance and maintain the integrity of the EB-5 program. On Jan. 31, 2024, DHS adjusted these fees as part of a larger fee rule with other changes; however, it did not implement EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 requirements. Timetable: Action Date FR Cite NPRM 08/00/25 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Agency Contact: Carol Cribbs, Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, 5900 Capital Gateway Drive, Camp Springs, MD 20746 Phone: 240 721-3000 RIN: 1615-AC93 Department of Homeland Security
(DHS)U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Completed Actions 91. MODERNIZING H-1B REQUIREMENTS AND OVERSIGHT, PROVIDING FLEXIBILITY IN THE F-1 PROGRAM, AND PROGRAM IMPROVEMENTS AFFECTING OTHER NONIMMIGRANT WORKERS [1615-AC70] Legal Authority: 6 U.S.C. 101; 6 U.S.C. 112; 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(15)(F) and (H)(i)(b), 1103(a)(1) and (3), 1184(a), (c), (g); and (i); 8 U.S.C. 1258; and 1357(b); . . . Abstract: On October 23, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security
(DHS)published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM or proposed rule) at 88 FR 72870 that proposed to amend its regulations governing H-1B specialty occupation workers and F-1 students who are the beneficiaries of timely filed H-1B cap-subject petitions. Specifically, DHS proposed to revise the regulations relating to definition of “specialty occupation” and the “employer-employee relationship”; provide flexibility for beneficiary-owners; implement new requirements and guidelines for H-1B site visits; provide flexibility on the employment start date listed on the petition (in limited circumstances); address “cap-gap” issues; bolster the H-1B registration process to reduce the possibility of misuse and fraud in the H-1B registration system; modernize cap exemptions; clarify the requirement that an amended or new petition be filed where there are material changes; and codify USCIS' deference policy and requirement of maintenance of status for all employment-based nonimmigrant classifications that use Form I-129, among other provisions. The October 23, 2023, NPRM was informed by public comments USCIS received in response to a Request for Public Input that published on April 19, 2021. On February 2, 2024, DHS published a final rule, 89 FR 7456, implementing a beneficiary centric selection process for H-1B registrations, as well as additional integrity measures and flexibilities related to H-1B registration. On December 18, 2024, DHS published a final rule, 89 FR 103054, to modernize and improve the efficiency of the H-1B program, add benefits and flexibilities, and improve integrity measures. Timetable: Action Date FR Cite NPRM 10/23/23 88 FR 72870 NPRM Comment Period End 12/22/23 Final Rule 02/02/24 89 FR 7456 Final Rule Effective 03/04/24 Final Rule 12/18/24 89 FR 103054 Final Rule Effective 01/17/25 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Agency Contact: Paul Buono, Chief, Business and Foreign Workers Division, Office of Policy and Strategy, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, 5900 Capital Gateway Drive, Suite 4S190, Camp Springs, MD 20588-0009 Phone: 240 721-3000 RIN: 1615-AC70 92. MODERNIZING H-2 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS, OVERSIGHT, AND WORKER PROTECTIONS [1615-AC76] Legal Authority: 6 U.S.C. 111, 112, 8 U.S.C. secs. 1101(a)(15)(H)(ii)(a) and (b);1103(a)(3), 1184(a),
(c)and (g), 1324a, 1225; 1258; 1357; 1374a Abstract: On December 18, 2024, DHS published a final rule amending its regulations affecting temporary agricultural (H-2A) and temporary nonagricultural (H-2B) nonimmigrant workers (H-2 programs) and their employers. The final rule went into effect on January 17, 2025. The final rule modernizes and improves H-2 regulations by strengthening the integrity of the H-2 programs, providing greater flexibilities for H-2 workers, and increasing program efficiency. DHS did not make any changes that revise the temporary labor certification process or the regulations contained in 20 CFR part 655 or 29 CFR part 501 and 503. Timetable: Action Date FR Cite NPRM 09/20/23 88 FR 65040 NPRM Comment Period End 11/20/23 Final Rule 12/18/24 89 FR 103202 Final Rule Effective 01/17/25 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Agency Contact: Paul Buono, Chief, Business and Foreign Workers Division, Office of Policy and Strategy, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, 5900 Capital Gateway Drive, Suite 4S190, Camp Springs, MD 20588-0009 Phone: 240 721-3000 RIN: 1615-AC76 93. MODERNIZING REGULATIONS GOVERNING NONIMMIGRANT WORKERS [1615-AC88] Legal Authority: 8 U.S.C. 1101; 8 U.S.C. 1184; 8 U.S.C. 1324a Abstract: USCIS is withdrawing this rule from the Unified Agenda. The Department of Homeland Security
(DHS)proposes to amend its regulations governing certain nonimmigrant workers. The proposed changes include updating the employment authorization rules regarding dependent spouses of certain nonimmigrants; providing flexibilities for certain nonimmigrant workers, including those who resign or are terminated from employment, to find employment, and religious workers who have been negatively impacted by the recent EB-4 visa retrogression, and modernizing policies and procedures for Employment Authorization Documents. Timetable: Action Date FR Cite Withdrawn 04/04/25 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Agency Contact: Mark Phillips, Residence and Naturalization Division Chief, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Office of Policy and Strategy, 5900 Capital Gateway Drive, Suite 4S190, Camp Springs, MD 20588-0009 Phone: 240 721-3000 RIN: 1615-AC88 Department of Homeland Security
(DHS)U.S. Coast Guard
(USCG)Final Rule Stage 94. IMPLEMENTATION OF TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR PERSONNEL SERVING ON U.S.-FLAGGED PASSENGER SHIPS THAT CARRY MORE THAN 12 PASSENGERS ON INTERNATIONAL VOYAGES [1625-AC68] Legal Authority: 14 U.S.C. 102(3); 14 U.S.C. 503; 46 U.S.C. 7101; 46 U.S.C. 7306; 46 U.S.C. 7313 Abstract: On June 21, 2024, Coast Guard published a proposed rule to implement the 2016 amendments to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers
(STCW)and the STCW Code. The rule would revise U.S. Coast Guard regulations at 46 CFR subchapter B, parts 11 and 12 to include additional requirements for the training and qualifications of masters, officers, and ratings on passenger ships. These revisions are required by the STCW Convention, to which the United States is a signatory. First, the Coast Guard would implement the 2016 amendments to the STCW Convention and the STCW Code for personnel serving on passenger ships that operate on international voyages. The revisions would add a requirement for all personnel to complete passenger ship emergency familiarization training appropriate to their capacity, duties, and responsibilities during an emergency before being assigned to shipboard duties. The rule would also expand the applicability of crowd management training to include qualified ratings. Timetable: Action Date FR Cite NPRM 06/21/24 89 FR 52324 NPRM Comment Period End 09/19/24 Final Rule 10/00/25 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Agency Contact: Megan Johns Henry, Marine Transportation Specialist, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Merchant Mariner Credentialing (CG-MMC-1), 2703 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE, STOP 7509, Washington, DC 20593-7509 Phone: 571 610-3303 Email: *megan.c.johns@uscg.mil* RIN: 1625-AC68 Department of Homeland Security
(DHS)U.S. Coast Guard
(USCG)Completed Actions 95. CYBERSECURITY IN THE MARINE TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM [1625-AC77] Legal Authority: 46 U.S.C. 70101; 46 U.S.C. 70102; 46 U.S.C. 70103; 46 U.S.C. 70104; 46 U.S.C. 70124 Abstract: The Coast Guard has published a final rule to update its maritime security regulations by adding regulations specifically focused on establishing minimum cybersecurity requirements for U.S.-flagged vessels, Outer Continental Shelf facilities, and U.S. facilities subject to the Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002 regulations. This rulemaking is part of an ongoing effort to address emerging cybersecurity risks and threats to maritime security by including additional security requirements to safeguard the marine transportation system. Timetable: Action Date FR Cite NPRM 02/22/24 89 FR 13403 NPRM Comment Period Extended 04/09/24 89 FR 24751 NPRM Comment Period End 04/22/24 NPRM Comment Period Extended End 05/22/24 Final Rule; Request for comments 01/17/25 90 FR 6298 Extended Comment Period End 03/18/25 Final Rule Effective 07/16/25 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Agency Contact: Commander Christopher Rabalais, Chief, Systems Engineering Division (CG-ENG-3), Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering Standards, 2703 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE, STOP 7509, Washington, DC 20593-7509 Phone: 202 372-1375 Email: *christopher.p.rabalais@uscg.mil* RIN: 1625-AC77 Department of Homeland Security
(DHS)U.S. Customs and Border Protection (USCBP) Proposed Rule Stage 96. ELECTRONIC EXPORT MANIFEST FOR VESSEL CARGO [1651-AB59] Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined Abstract: U.S. Customs and Border Protection
(CBP)proposes to amend its regulations to require the advance submission of electronic export manifest
(EEM)information to CBP for cargo transported by vessel departing the United States. The proposed rule would identify the parties eligible to transmit advance vessel EEM information, and their responsibilities, and describe the time frames for transmission of the information prior to cargo loading or conveyance departure. Requiring this data in advance would significantly improve cargo safety and security while minimizing disruption to the flow of commerce in the sea environment. Timetable: Action Date FR Cite NPRM 10/00/25 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Agency Contact: Thomas Pagano, Chief, Outbound Enforcement Branch, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20229 Phone: 202 344-3277 Email: *cbpexportmanifest@cpb.dhs.gov* RIN: 1651-AB59 Department of Homeland Security
(DHS)Transportation Security Administration
(TSA)Long-Term Actions 97. VETTING OF CERTAIN SURFACE TRANSPORTATION EMPLOYEES [1652-AA69] Legal Authority: 49 U.S.C. 114; Pub. L. 108-90, sec. 520; Pub. L. 110-53, secs. 1411, 1414, 1512, 1520, 1522, and 1531 Abstract: The 9/11 Act requires vetting of certain railroad, public transportation, and over-the-road bus employees. Also, 6 U.S.C. 469 requires TSA to collect fees to recover the costs of the vetting services. On May 23, 2023, the Transportation Security Administration
(TSA)issued a proposed rule to establish the standards and procedures to conduct the required vetting and recover costs. This regulation is related to 1652-AA55, Security Training for Surface Transportation Employees. Timetable: Action Date FR Cite NPRM 05/23/23 88 FR 33472 NPRM Comment Period End 08/21/23 NPRM Extension of Comment Period 08/22/23 88 FR 57044 NPRM Extension Comment Period End 10/01/23 Final Rule To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Agency Contact: Ashlee Marks, Branch Manager, Policy Development Branch, Surface Division, Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, Policy, Plans, and Engagement, 6595 Springfield Center Drive, Springfield, VA 20598-6028 Phone: 571 227-3740 Email: *ashlee.marks@tsa.dhs.gov* James Ruger, Chief Economist, Economic Analysis Branch-Coordination & Analysis Division, Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, Policy, Plans, and Engagement, 6595 Springfield Center Drive, Springfield, VA 20598-6028 Phone: 571 227-5519 Email: *james.ruger@tsa.dhs.gov* Christine Beyer, Senior Counsel, Regulations and Security Standards, Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, Chief Counsel's Office, 6595 Springfield Center Drive, Springfield, VA 20598-6002 Phone: 571 227-3653 Email: *christine.beyer@tsa.dhs.gov* RIN: 1652-AA69 98. AMENDING VETTING REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYEES WITH ACCESS TO A SECURITY IDENTIFICATION DISPLAY AREA
(SIDA)[1652-AA70] Legal Authority: Pub. L. 114-190, sec. 3405 Abstract: The FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 (FESSA) requires TSA to enhance the eligibility requirements and disqualifying criminal offenses for individuals seeking or having unescorted access to any Security Identification Display Area
(SIDA)of an airport. TSA will propose a rule to revise its regulations, reflecting current knowledge of insider threat and intelligence, concerning access to any SIDA of an airport. TSA will propose additions to the list of disqualifying criminal offenses and criteria, develop an appeal and waiver process for the issuance of credentials for unescorted access, and propose an extension of the lookback period for disqualifying crimes. As part of TSA's reevaluation of the eligibility and redress standards for aviation workers required by the Act, TSA is also reevaluating the current vetting process to minimize any security risks that may exist. Timetable: Action Date FR Cite NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Agency Contact: Bob Scott, Airport Policy Director, Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, Airports Security Programs, Aviation Division, Policy, Plans, and Engagement, 6595 Springfield Center Drive, Springfield, VA 20598-6028 Phone: 202 579-3744 Email: *bob.scott@tsa.dhs.gov* James Ruger, Chief Economist, Economic Analysis Branch-Coordination & Analysis Division, Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, Policy, Plans, and Engagement, 6595 Springfield Center Drive, Springfield, VA 20598-6028 Phone: 571 227-5519 Email: *james.ruger@tsa.dhs.gov* Christine Beyer, Senior Counsel, Regulations and Security Standards, Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, Chief Counsel's Office, 6595 Springfield Center Drive, Springfield, VA 20598-6002 Phone: 571 227-3653 Email: *christine.beyer@tsa.dhs.gov* RIN: 1652-AA70 Department of Homeland Security
(DHS)Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
(CISA)Long-Term Actions 99. AMMONIUM NITRATE SECURITY PROGRAM [1670-AA00] Legal Authority: 6 U.S.C. 488 *et seq.* Abstract: This rule would implement a December 2007 amendment to the Homeland Security Act. The amendment is titled “Secure Handling of Ammonium Nitrate.” It requires the Department of Homeland Security to “regulate the sale and transfer of ammonium nitrate by an ammonium nitrate facility . . . to prevent the misappropriation or use of ammonium nitrate in an act of terrorism.” The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
(CISA)issued an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in 2008 and a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in 2011. CISA is planning to issue a Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. Timetable: Action Date FR Cite ANPRM 10/29/08 73 FR 64280 ANPRM Correction 11/05/08 73 FR 65783 ANPRM Comment Period End 12/29/08 NPRM 08/03/11 76 FR 46908 Notice of Public Meetings 10/07/11 76 FR 62311 Notice of Public Meetings 11/14/11 76 FR 70366 NPRM Comment Period End 12/01/11 Notice of Availability 06/03/19 84 FR 25495 Notice of Availability Comment Period End 09/03/19 Supplemental NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Agency Contact: Ann Hunziker, Branch Chief for Policy Rulemaking and Engagement, Department of Homeland Security, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, 1310 N. Courthouse Rd., Arlington, VA 22202 Phone: 202 604-5817 Email: *ann.hunziker@cisa.dhs.gov* RIN: 1670-AA00 Department of Homeland Security
(DHS)Customs Revenue Functions (CUSTREV) Long-Term Actions 100. ENTRY OF LOW-VALUE SHIPMENTS [1685-AA01] Legal Authority: 19 U.S.C. 1321 Abstract: This rule would amend the U.S. Customs and Border Protection
(CBP)regulations pertaining to the entry of certain low-value shipments not exceeding $800 that are eligible for an administrative exemption from duty and tax. Specifically, CBP proposes to create a new process for entering low-value shipments, allowing CBP to target high-risk shipments more effectively, including those containing synthetic opioids such as fentanyl. This rule would also revise the current process for entering low-value shipments to require additional data elements that would assist CBP in verifying eligibility for duty- and tax-free entry of low-value shipments and bona-fide gifts. Timetable: Action Date FR Cite NPRM 01/14/25 90 FR 3048 NPRM Comment Period End 03/17/25 Final Rule To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Agency Contact: Christopher Mabelitini, Director, Intellectual Property Rights & E-Commerce Division, Department of Homeland Security, Customs Revenue Functions, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20229 Phone: 202 325-6915 RIN: 1685-AA01 101. TRADE AND NATIONAL SECURITY ACTIONS AND LOW-VALUE SHIPMENTS [1685-AA02] Legal Authority: 19 U.S.C. 1321(a)(2)(C) Abstract: This rule would amend U.S. Customs and Border Protection
(CBP)regulations pertaining to the administrative exemption for certain low-value shipments not exceeding $800. Specifically, CBP proposes to make merchandise that is subject to certain trade or national security actions ineligible for this administrative exemption and to require that certain shipments claiming this exemption provide the 10-digit Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) classification of the merchandise. Timetable: Action Date FR Cite NPRM 01/21/25 90 FR 6852 NPRM Comment Period End 03/24/25 Final Rule To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Agency Contact: Christopher Mabelitini, Director, Intellectual Property Rights & E-Commerce Division, Department of Homeland Security, Customs Revenue Functions, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20229 Phone: 202 325-6915 RIN: 1685-AA02 [FR Doc. Filed 08-18-25; 0:00 a.m.] BILLING CODE 9110-9B-P [FR Doc. 2025-18329 Filed 9-19-25; 8:45 am]
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