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Attention Exporters of PPE - New Exemptions from FEMA Export Restrictions

Our previous blog post listed the specific types of PPE respirators, masks, and gloves restricted for export from the U.S. on April 10, 2020 by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in response to the COVID-19…

FEMA Issues New Rule Requiring Approval for Exports of Certain Personal Protective Equipment

On April 10, 2020, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued a temporary final rule (TFR), pursuant to the Defense Protection Act (DPA) and related authorities [1], to require explicit approval for exports…