President Obama signed legislation to change the Miscellaneous Tariff Bill (MTB) process and avoid potential issues with the Congressional ban on earmarks. Under this new process, the International Trade Commission (ITC) will accept petitions for tariff relief, review them and make recommendations to Congress.
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RAM Racing Acquires Gault Race Management
RAM Racing acquired Gault Race Management in a recent move that not only tripled its capacity to time participants, according to Steve Ginsburg, RAM’s CEO, but also created the largest timing business in the United States.
REI Outessa Series Taps Jam Collective
Eventus Outdoors appointed PR and communications agency Jam Collective to promote its new event series, the REI Outessa Summit.
Leatt Corp. Sponsors Pro Chain Reaction Cycles Team
Leatt Corporation, a global developer, marketer and distributor of personal protective equipment for all forms of sports, has signed a sponsorship agreement with pro downhill mountain bike team, the Chain Reaction Cycles (CRC) Team.
Dick’s and The North Face Make Commitment to Healthier America
Active lifestyle companies Dick’s Sporting Goods and The North Face made commitments to the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA).
IAAF Votes on Russian Track & Field Participation at RIO
The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) will vote on June 17, 2016 on whether the Russian track & field team will be allowed to compete at the Rio Olympics.
Wanderlust, Adidas Group Announce Fall “Mindful Triathlon” Tour Dates
Wanderlust, producer of yoga lifestyle events throughout the world, in partnership with Adidas Group, revealed the dates and locations for its Fall, North Wanderlust 108- a uniquely designed “mindful triathlon.”
Denimandjeans to Hold First Vietnamese Trade Show
Denimsandjeans.com will kick off its maiden invitation-only trade show in Vietnam next month to showcase the country’s rapidly expanding denim and sportswear supply chain.
Outdoor Industry Leaders Blast Utah Legislators for Opposing National Monument
Outdoor industry leaders expressed disappointment following the Utah State Legislature’s adoption of a resolution opposing the protection of the Bears Ears region in the Southeastern part of the state.
Anti-counterfeiting Group Backs Away From Plan to Admit Alibaba
The International Anti-Counterfeiting Coalition backed off plans to create a new membership category to admit Alibaba and has hired a firm to investigate its own corporate governance procedures under intense pressure from some of its members.
Fashion Brands Bolt IACC to Protest Alibaba’s Admission
The International Anti-Counterfeiting Coalition (IACC) Tuesday defended its decision to admit Alibaba as an associate member after Michael Kors and Gucci America bolted the organization to protest the decision.
NSGA: New Overtime Rule to Greatly Effect Sporting Goods Industry
The National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) issued a reminder for its members to be aware of a significant new rule unveiled by the Obama Administration through the Department of Labor (DOL).
Tennis Industry Association Partners with Sports Club Advisors of Chicago
The Tennis Industry Association (TIA) entered a strategic partnership with Sports Club Advisors (SCA) of Chicago in the areas of strategic management and financial advisory services for tennis clubs and facilities.
Leisure Stores Post Strong Year-over-Year Growth
Sales at sporting goods, hobby, books and music stores rose a hefty 4.2 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis in April compared with April 2015 according to advance estimated released by the U.S. Census Bureau.
UN Taskforce to Better Include People With Disabilities in Health and Fitness Initiatives
The UN launched the USA UFIT Taskforce to ensure people with disabilities are better included in health and fitness initiatives.
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