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 CBP Public Outreach to Update Broker Regulations
(10/09/2012)CBP is conducting several public Webinars during the summer of 2012 to solicit comment and input on all facets of the broker regulations (19 CFR Part 111). This is part of CBP’s Role of the Broker Initiative, which looks to meaningfully transform the relationship between the customs broker and CBP. One key element of this initiative is to modernize the broker’s role by overhauling regulations. The goal is to update the broker regulations to better reflect modern and efficient trade practices, and encourage brokers to be force multipliers for CBP’s trade facilitation efforts. CBP’s Webinars are intended to reach the widest possible audience, particularly small and medium-sized businesses. A schedule of these Webinars follows below: In addition to these Webinars, CBP will meet with local and regional broker associations throughout the summer to assure that we receive meaningful insights that are unique to certain ports and border regions. Primary topics of interest include:- Continuing education for licensed brokers;
- Due process proceedings for brokers, including penalties and suspension and revocation of licenses;
- Establishing bona fides and broker relationships with unlicensed parties; and
- “Business model alignment” between the trade and CBP, which includes conducting customs business within the geographic bounds of the United States and rethinking the district permitting requirements in the modern business environment.
CBP welcomes anyone who would like to provide feedback regarding the broker regulations or CBP’s Webinar schedule to contact the Role of the Broker mailbox at: Roleofthebroker@cbp.dhs.gov. |
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