U.S. Department of Commerce Statement on Delayed Prohibitions Related to TikTok

U.S. Department of Commerce Statement on Delayed Prohibitions Related to TikTok | site |




(September 19, 2020) - - Today, September 19, 2020, The Office of Public Affairs of the U.S. Department of Commerce published (under the subheading "Wilbur Ross") the following information:

In light of recent positive developments, Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross, at the direction of President Trump, will delay the prohibition of identified transactions pursuant to Executive Order 13942, related to the TikTok mobile application that would have been effective on Sunday, September 20, 2020, until September 27, 2020 at 11:59 p.m.

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U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Carranza Applauds President’s Efforts to Reduce Public Health Barriers and Protect America’s Small Businesses| site |




(March 16, 2020) - - On March 13, 2020 the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) published the following information: WASHINGTON – SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza issued the following statement today in response to the President’s Declaration of a National Emergency: “The President’s decision to declare a national emergency represents another significant and very important step in reducing barriers to public health and protecting America’s 30 million small businesses from the threat posed by Coronavirus (COVID-19). The President’s declaration, coupled with the Administration’s unprecedented efforts to mobilize and involve the full force of the federal government and the private sector — including leaders in science, medicine, transportation, finance and business �...

Home Depot publishes COVID-19 Update: How Home Depot is Preparing and Responding| site |



(March 14, 2020) - - On March 12, 2020 Home Depot published the following information:

As the situation around the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to develop, our paramount concern has been for the health and safety of our customers and associates.

Several weeks ago, The Home Depot established a task force led by our Medical Health Management team to plan for the potential impacts of COVID-19. While this is not an exhaustive list, here are some of the precautions we’re taking across our business.

Stores & Non-Store Facilities: As part of our normal practice, our stores and other facilities are cleaned and sanitized daily. Following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), we’re increasing the frequency of cleaning and general hygiene maintenance in stores and other locations. We’re also steppi...

Statement from U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross on UN “Blacklist” of Companies | site |



(March 6, 2020) - - On March 3, 2020 the U.S. Department of Commerce published the following Statement from U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross on UN “Blacklist” of Companies:

On February 12, 2020, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights issued a “blacklist” of companies, including several U.S. companies, that do business in Israel-controlled territories. Boycotts against Israel and companies doing business with and in Israel are contrary to longstanding U.S. policy. The UN “blacklist” is anti-business, seeks to isolate Israel, has no factual basis or legal force whatsoever, and should not be adhered to in any respect. The Government of the United States fully supports the U.S. companies identified on the list and encourages all U.S. businesses to continue to work with and invest in Israeli as well as Palestinian communities....

American Hotel & Lodging Association Joins Business Leaders to Discuss Response to Coronavirus| site |



(March 4, 2020) - - Today, the American Hotel & Lodging Association published the following information: WASHINGTON (March 4, 2020) – Chip Rogers, president and CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), today joined leaders from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, U.S. Travel Association, Airlines for America, and the National Retail Federation to discuss the potential impact of COVID-19 and the business community is responding. Rogers underscored the hotel industry’s commitment to the health and safety of our employees and guests, and encouraged travelers to follow CDC guidance on COVID-19 while recognizing that domestic travel is still possible. “I want to reiterate how critically important the health and safety of our guests and employees is to us as an association and to each and every one of our members,” said Rogers. “As someone who is o...

Statement from U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross on Earl Comstock| site |



(March 2, 2020) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce published the following Statement from U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross on Earl Comstock:

I would like to thank Earl Comstock for honoring his commitment to serve for three years as Director of Policy and Strategic Planning at the Department of Commerce. I value his wise counsel, his deep policy expertise, his innovative thinking and leadership, and I thank him for his service to the American people. I know he will excel in whatever new role he takes on and wish him the very best....

Statement by U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross on Visit to Pakistan| site |




(February 26, 2020) - - Today (February 26, 2020), the U.S. Department of Commerce published the following information:

Statement by U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross on Visit to Pakistan

As President Trump said this week, “Our relationship with Pakistan is a very good one.” The United States is Pakistan’s largest export destination. U.S. companies have a long history of doing business in Pakistan, contributing to its economic development and providing high-value jobs. The work Pakistan has begun to do to fight terrorism and promote security is affording the United States and Pakistan the opportunity to strengthen and expand trade in the region and between our countries. Building on the productive discussions between President Trump and Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan during this Administration, I met with Prime...

Department of Commerce Renews Temporary General License for 45 Days| site |



Temporary General License (TGL) for Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd. and its non-U.S. affiliates on the Entity List



(February 13, 2020) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce published the following information: Today, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) of the U.S. Department of Commerce announced it was extending a Temporary General License (TGL) for Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd. and its non-U.S. affiliates on the Entity List for an additional 45 days. The TGL was implemented as a measure to prevent interruption of existing network communication systems in rural U.S. regions and permit global network security measures. The TGL is intended to allow time for companies and persons to shift to alternative sources of equipment, software and technology (i.e., those not produced by Huawei or one of its listed affiliates). The 45-day extension is necessary ...

Jovita Carranza Sworn in as 26th U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator | site |




Administrator Carranza: “Entrepreneurship is a powerful vehicle for economic mobility, particularly when it is supported by pro-growth policies”

Ceremonial Swearing-in of SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza. (U.S. Government photo)

(January 27, 2020) - - The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) released (today, January 27, 2020) the following information:

WASHINGTON – Today, President Donald J. Trump and Vice President Mike Pence conducted the formal ceremonial swearing-in of Jovita Carranza, the 26th Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration. Administrator Carranza issued the following statement after her swearing-in ceremony: “It is truly the honor of a lifetime to lead the SBA. I would like to acknowledge the many family members, as...

FDIC Updates Money Smart for Small Business Credit and Banking Modules| site |



Enhanced tools can help banks support small businesses


(January 16, 2020) - - Today, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation published the following information:

As part of their ongoing commitment to strengthening bank-community partnerships, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) today released two updates to the popular Money Smart for Small Business curriculum. The updated modules focus on banking and credit, and are now available for banks and small business development organizations to use to help small business owners succeed.

"Money Smart for Small Business aims to help small business owners and entrepreneurs understand how a strong banking relationship can help them achieve their vision," said Elizabeth Ortiz, Deputy Director for Consumer and Community Affairs at the FDIC....