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TSA Seeking Stricter Controls on International CargoThe Transportation Security Administration (TSA), the agency within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security tasked with implementing these provisions, initially interpreted them to apply solely to flights originating at U.S. airports. More... |
REGULATORY NEWS
Posted: 12-09-08
GAO Study on International Climate Change Programs
The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) issued a report critical of the EU’s emissions trading scheme and the United Nations’ Clean Development Mechanism. The report concludes that the “programs’ effects on emissions are uncertain, and their effects on sustainable development have been limited” and says that the fundamental tradeoffs inherent in the carbon offset program “may not be a reliable long-term approach to climate change mitigation.” GAO suggests the study may be of interest as Congress considers climate change legislation. For the full text of the report, click here.
Posted 12-01-2008
TSA IS SEEKING NEW PARTICIPANTS IN THE AIR CARGO SCREENING TECHNOLOGY PILOT
TSA is seeking new participants in the Air Cargo Screening Technology pilot (formerly called the IAC Screening Technology pilot). Interested TIACA members may obtain complete information by clicking here. Deadline for Questions: December 15, 2008; Final Response Deadline: December 29, 2008