26 October - Notice of request for comments on what action the
President should take under section 203 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended,
(19 U.S.C. 2253) to facilitate efforts by the domestic industries producing
certain steel products to make a positive adjustment to import competition and
provide greater economic and social benefits than costs.
25 October -- Issuing a directive to the Commissioner of
Customs exempting certain textile and apparel products imported in connection
with international athletic events from certain quota and visa requirements.
17 October -- The African Growth and Opportunity Act
Implementation Subcommittee of the Trade Policy Staff Committee is extending
the deadline for the submission of written public comments for the annual review
of the eligibility of sub-Saharan African countries to receive the benefits of
the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) from October 10, 2001, to November
6, 2001.