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ITAR – Requirements for Government Contractors
As we head into another Trump presidency later this month, many U.S. employers are wondering how the new administration’s strong stance on immigration might impact their organization, including its ability to hire and retain...more
Major U.S. companies targeted by North Korean threat actors disguised as remote IT workers. Multiple individuals responsible for stealing millions of dollars have already been apprehended by U.S. authorities....more
On December 9, 2024, the U.S. Department of State updated the J-1 Exchange Visitor Skills List, revising the countries subject to the two-year foreign residence requirement. The updated Exchange Visitor Skills List is...more
The U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) has finalized significant changes to the registration fees under International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). The Arms Export Control Act...more
The U.S. Department of State has announced a major update to the Exchange Visitor Skills List, effective December 9, 2024. This is the first significant revision in 15 years and removes the two-year home-residency requirement...more
Approximately nine million U.S. citizens live or work abroad, and some want to renounce their U.S. citizenship. Many do so with regret but renounce to avoid various financial issues. Others consider themselves “accidental...more
On October 30, 2024, the US government imposed additional trade controls to target procurement networks supporting Russia’s military and defense-industrial system. These additional trade controls include sanctioning 400...more
The U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) and U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) on Oct. 23, 2024, published a set of three rules concerning space-related...more
Passport to Smooth Travels: Essential International Travel Checklist for the Holiday Season- As the travel holiday season begins, clients are reminded of the following precautions to ensure a smooth travel experience during...more
The Commerce Department issued new guidance for financial institutions on best practices for compliance with the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Available here, the guidance emphasizes enhanced due diligence, ongoing...more
The hotel and hospitality industry navigates daily obstacles to ensure the safety and security of their guests and staff. The New York City Council is tackling one of those challenges by considering a bill known as the Safe...more
The United States Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) recently published three new regulatory actions easing administrative burdens under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) associated with...more
The Biden Administration on Oct. 24, 2024, issued a memorandum, "Advancing the United States' Leadership in Artificial Intelligence; Harnessing Artificial Intelligence to Fulfill National Security Objectives; and Fostering...more
As we previously reported, a new Pennsylvania annual report (Annual Report) filing requirement is set to begin in calendar year 2025. The Annual Report replaces the Commonwealth’s Decennial Filing Report and applies to nearly...more
On October 2, 2024, the U.S. Department of State opened the annual Diversity Visa (DV) lottery registration period for fiscal year (FY) 2026. The online registration program is free to all registrants, and the State...more
Portugal’s recent addition to the U.S. Department of State’s E-2 Treaty List has created a valuable opportunity for both Portuguese citizens and Brazilians with dual citizenship. For entrepreneurs and investors seeking to...more
Governments don’t only want to prosecute companies for paying bribes. Increasingly, they are looking for companies to join with them to reduce the global challenge of corruption. To learn more we spoke with Shruti Shah,...more
Depositions of witnesses residing in Mexico, at one time a relatively rare occurrence, are becoming commonplace for large law firm litigators. This is because many U.S.-based businesses have relocated manufacturing operations...more
The U.S. Department of State has announced that annual visa limits for fiscal year (FY) 2024 have been reached for the following employment-based categories: EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, EW (other workers), EB-4, and EB-5 unreserved....more
The U.S. Department of Commerce and U.S. Department of State have been continuously easing restrictions on export-controlled trade between the United States, United Kingdom and Australia to foster technological innovation...more
On July 29, the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) of the US Department of State proposed a new definition of the term “defense service.” The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) imposes a license...more
On June 18, 2024, President Biden announced new pathways to legal immigration status for two groups: college-educated “Dreamers” and certain American family units....more
In the backdrop of uncertainties surrounding Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) and the ongoing congressional deadlock, hundreds of thousands of DACA recipients, often referred to as ‘Dreamers’, continue to make...more
Against the backdrop of increasing international competition in the artificial intelligence (AI) space, the Enhancing National Frameworks for Overseas Critical Exports Act (the ENFORCE Act) was recently introduced in the U.S....more
Three US agencies – the US Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), the US Department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and the US Department of State – took new actions on June...more