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Webinar: Illicit Trade/Forced Labor

Webinar: Illicit Trade/Forced Labor

Thursday, July 13, 2023 (2:00 PM - 3:00 PM) (EDT)

Description

The NAFTZ Advocacy Issues Webinar Series was started in response to the recent NAFTZ Advocacy and Public Policy Issues Survey.  A large majority of survey respondents indicated a strong desire to better understand and learn more about each of the association's advocacy and policy issues.  

This session will cover the latest information regarding Illicit Trade / Forced Labor (UFLPA).  

Featured Speakers: Christopher Smith, IKEA and David Murphy, GDLSK

 

Offering up to 1 CCS/CES Credit for attending entire LIVE event subject to NCBFAA Guidelines.

Illicit Trade / Forced Labor (UFLPA)

Background:

The US Government has sought to prohibit and increase enforcement of the importation of goods into the US produced by forced labor, most notably products made by Uyghurs in China.

Issue:

Currently there is not standard guidance from the Department of Homeland Security or CBP HQ to Port Directors detailing how to enforce UFLPA and other forced labor provisions. This lack of guidance has created enforcement discrepancies between port facilities across the country. This enforcement discrepancy and lack of guidance risks forcing user/ operators out of FTZs, thus endangering the program.

Advocacy effort:

Regulatory fix with potential for legislative action. NAFTZ successfully advocated for the ability to store goods under investigation of forced labor in FTZs until a determination is made. NAFTZ is in constant communication with CBP about issues that arise from enforcement of UFLPA. NAFTZ is considering legislative options to ensure a uniform and standardized enforcement process across port facilities.

Pricing


STATUSRATE
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Non-Member$75
Federal Government$35

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Prior to the webinars, participants will receive an e-mail with directions to secure the call-in number and passcode to be used to access the webinar. Any questions or concerns call 703-309-6640 or email vcartwright@naftz.org.

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Victoria Cartwright
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Thursday, July 13, 2023 (2:00 PM - 3:00 PM) (EDT)
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