Managing cargo security and commerce

You may want to check out this page at the Homeland Security Committee, subcommittee on transportation security and infrastructure protection of the House of Representatives. You will find details of a hearing held yesterday on the topic of “The Next Step in Aviation Security — Cargo Security: Is DHS Implementing the Requirements of the 9/11 Law Effectively?” Links to the witness list and prepared statements can be found on the page.

Northwest U.S. cherry industry officials I have spoken with are concerned that new rules that go into effect next year could damage U.S. cherry exports significantly by requiring inspection of every box. Since some markets required sealed boxes because of pest concerns, breaking the seal on those boxes for inspection purposes would void the export sale.

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