Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits
1. Purpose
On April 2, 2025, a national emergency concerning trade practices that contribute to significant U.S. goods trade deficits was declared under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. This emergency was continued for an additional year on March 24, 2026.
2. Key Actions And Directives
- Extend National Emergency: The national emergency declared on April 2, 2025, will continue for one year, beyond April 2, 2026.
- Transmit Notice to Congress: Official notice of the national emergency's continuation will be sent to Congress before publication.
- Publish in Federal Register: The continuation of the national emergency will be documented in the Federal Register.
3. Important Points
- Trade Deficits as a National Security Threat: The ongoing large and persistent trade deficits are seen as a substantial threat to U.S. national security and economy.
- Legal Framework: The emergency is authorized under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.).
- Official Documentation: The continuation notice was issued on March 24, 2026, and associated with document [FR Doc. 2026-06079] and billing code 3395-F4-P.
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