Simply Trade [News]: Inside the High-Stakes Fight Over the Budget Deadline - What A Shutdown Means for Your International Business

In this episode, guests from the National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America (NCBFAA) discuss the looming threat of another US government shutdown and how it could severely impact international trade.

Key Topics:

- The differences in the current political climate compared to the last shutdown and why reaching a budget deal will be more challenging.

- How specific government agencies like EPA would be affected and the regulatory delays importers could face if they're not deemed "essential."

- How prolonged port congestion and supply chain disruptions would financially strain shippers and hurt perishable goods.

- Actions citizens and trade groups can take to urge Congress to pass a budget and avoid unnecessary economic damage.

- Issues surrounding the de minimis threshold and debate around potentially lowering it due to security concerns vs. increased costs for consumers.

By understanding the complex political and logistical implications of a shutdown, listeners gain insight into pressuring lawmakers and preparing their businesses for potential disruptions to international trade flows.

Enjoy the show.

Host: Annik Sobing: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annik-sobing-mba-b226251a2/ 
Host: Andy Shiles: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyshiles/ 

Host/Producer: Lalo Solorzano: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalosolorzano/ 
Co-Producer: Mara Marquez: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mara-marquez-a00a111a8/

Resources:

• Megan Montgomery - https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-montgomery-a25b9112/ 

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• Michael Lahar - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-lahar-73715423/ 

• NCBFAA - https://www.ncbfaa.org/ 

• NCBFAA Letter to the Trade community - https://www.ncbfaa.org/about-ncbfaa/ncbfaa-prepares-for-government-shutdown 

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