Notice2026-19414
Electronic Export Manifest for Truck Cargo Test
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Published
September 23, 2026
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Homeland Security DepartmentU.S. Customs and Border Protection
Abstract
This document announces that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will conduct an Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Electronic Export Manifest (EEM) for Truck Cargo Test. The ACE EEM for Truck Cargo Test is a voluntary test in which truck export participants agree to the submission of certain limited export manifest data electronically at least 24 hours prior to departure from the United States to a foreign destination to then be complemented by the complete export manifest filing no later than two (2) hours prior to arrival at the final port of export. This notice provides a description of the test, sets forth eligibility requirements for participation, and invites public comment on any aspect of the test.
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[Federal Register Volume 91, Number 183 (Wednesday, September 23, 2026)]
[Notices]
[Pages 60383-60387]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2026-19414]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Electronic Export Manifest for Truck Cargo Test
AGENCY: U.S. Customs and Border Protection, DHS.
ACTION: General notice.
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SUMMARY: This document announces that U.S. Customs and Border
Protection (CBP) will conduct an Automated Commercial Environment (ACE)
Electronic Export Manifest (EEM) for Truck Cargo Test. The ACE EEM for
Truck Cargo Test is a voluntary test in which truck export participants
agree to the submission of certain limited export manifest data
electronically at least 24 hours prior to departure from the United
States to a foreign destination to then be complemented by the complete
export manifest filing no later than two (2) hours prior to arrival at
the final port of export. This notice provides a description of the
test, sets forth eligibility requirements for participation, and
invites public comment on any aspect of the test.
DATES: The test will begin on October 23, 2026 and will run for
approximately two years, subject to any extension, modification, or
early termination as announced in the Federal Register. CBP is
accepting applications for participation in this planned test until CBP
has received applications from nine parties that meet all test
participant requirements. Comments concerning this notice and all
aspects of the announced test may be submitted at any time during the
test period.
ADDRESSES: Applications to participate in the Electronic Export
Manifest for Truck Cargo Test must be submitted via email to:
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#71121301050304121a1409011e03051c101f1817140205311213015f1519025f161e07"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="c6a5a4b6b2b4b3a5ada3beb6a9b4b2aba7a8afa0a3b5b286a5a4b6e8a2aeb5e8a1a9b0">[email protected]</span></a>.
In the subject line of the email, please use ``Electronic Export
Manifest for Truck Cargo Test Application.'' Written comments
concerning program, policy, and technical issues may also be submitted
via email to<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#395a5b494d4b4c5a525c4149564b4d545857505f5c4a4d795a5b49175d514a175e564f"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="27444557535552444c425f574855534a46494e414254536744455709434f5409404851">[email protected]</span></a>. In the subject line of
the email, please use ``Comment on Electronic Export Manifest for Truck
Cargo Test.''
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: David Garcia, Program Manager,
Outbound Enforcement and Policy Branch, Office of Field Operations,
CBP, via email at <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#cdaeafbdb9bfb8aea6a8b5bda2bfb9a0aca3a4aba8beb98daeafbde3a9a5bee3aaa2bb"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="a5c6c7d5d1d7d0c6cec0ddd5cad7d1c8c4cbccc3c0d6d1e5c6c7d58bc1cdd68bc2cad3">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
I. Background
The National Customs Automation Program
The National Customs Automation Program (NCAP) was established in
Subtitle B of Title VI--Customs Modernization, in the North American
Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act (Pub. L. 103-182, 107 Stat.
2057, Dec. 8, 1993) (Customs Modernization Act) (19 U.S.C. 1411-15).
Through NCAP, the initial thrust of customs modernization was on trade
compliance and the development of the Automated Commercial Environment
(ACE). ACE is an automated and electronic system for commercial trade
processing which is intended to streamline business processes,
facilitate growth in trade, ensure cargo security, and foster
participation in global commerce, while ensuring compliance with U.S.
laws and regulations and reducing costs for U.S. Customs and Border
Protection (CBP) and all of its communities of interest. The ability to
meet these objectives depends on successfully modernizing CBP's
business functions and the information technology that supports those
functions. CBP's modernization efforts are accomplished through phased
releases of ACE component functionality, which was designed to replace
the paper function, or to create a new function. Each release begins
with a test and ends with mandatory use of the new ACE feature. Each
release builds on previous releases and sets the foundation for
subsequent releases.
Authorization for the Test
The Customs Modernization Act provides the Commissioner of CBP with
the authority to conduct limited test programs or procedures designed
to evaluate planned components of the NCAP. The test described in this
notice is authorized pursuant to the Customs Modernization Act, see 19
U.S.C. 1411-1415, and section 101.9(b) of title 19 of the Code of
Federal Regulations (19 CFR 101.9(b)), which provides for the testing
of NCAP programs or procedures. As provided in 19 CFR 101.9(b), for
purposes of conducting an NCAP test, the Commissioner of CBP may impose
requirements different from those specified in the CBP regulations.
International Trade Data System (ITDS)
This test is also in furtherance of the International Trade Data
System (ITDS) key initiatives, set forth in section 405 of the Security
and Accountability for Every Port Act of 2006 (Pub. L. 109-347, 120
Stat. 1884, Oct. 13, 2006) (SAFE Port Act) (19 U.S.C. 1411(d)). The
stated purpose of ITDS is to eliminate
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redundant information requirements, efficiently regulate the flow of
commerce, and effectively enforce laws and regulations relating to
international trade, by establishing a single window system, operated
by CBP, for the collection and distribution of standard electronic
import and export data required by all participating Federal agencies.
19 U.S.C. 1411(d)(1)(B). CBP has developed and continues to develop ACE
as the ``single window'' for the trade community to comply with the
ITDS requirement established by the SAFE Port Act.
II. Current Truck Cargo Export Information Requirements
Under existing regulations, truck carriers are not required to
submit a manifest for cargo exported from the United States by truck.
However, as discussed below, under 19 CFR 192.14, the U.S. Principal
Party in Interest (USPPI) is required to submit certain advance
information to CBP for export cargo leaving the United States by
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\1\ The USPPI is defined in the Bureau of the Census Foreign
Trade Regulations (FTR) as the person or legal entity in the United
States that receives the primary benefit, monetary or otherwise,
from the export transaction. 15 CFR 30.1. Generally, that person or
entity is the U.S. seller, manufacturer, or order party, or the
foreign entity while in the United States when purchasing or
obtaining the goods for export. 15 CFR 30.3(b)(2).
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Section 343(a) of the Trade Act of 2002 (Trade Act), as amended (19
U.S.C. 1415), authorizes CBP to promulgate regulations providing for
the mandatory transmission of electronic cargo information by way of a
CBP-approved electronic data interchange (EDI) system before the cargo
is brought into or departs the United States by any mode of commercial
transportation (sea, air, rail, or truck). The required cargo
information is that which is reasonably necessary to enable high-risk
shipments to be identified for purposes of ensuring cargo safety and
security and preventing smuggling pursuant to the laws enforced and
administered by CBP. Section 192.14 of title 19 of the Code of Federal
Regulations (19 CFR 192.14) implements the requirements of the Trade
Act with regard to cargo departing the United States.
While the truck carrier is not required to submit an export
manifest, under 19 CFR 192.14, the USPPI must file in ACE, any required
Electronic Export Information (EEI) pursuant to the Foreign Trade
Regulations for all cargo being transported by the truck. The USPPI, or
its authorized agent, must transmit and verify system acceptance of
this EEI, generally no later than one hour prior to the arrival of the
truck at the United States border to exit the country. 19 CFR
192.14(b)(1)(iii). If the cargo is subject to the U.S. Department of
State, U.S. Munitions List, the EEI will be required eight hours prior
to the arrival of the truck at the United States border to exit the
country. 19 CFR 192.14(b)(2). The truck carrier may not load cargo
without first receiving from the USPPI, or its authorized agent, either
the related EEI filing citation, covering all cargo for which the EEI
is required, or exemption legends, covering cargo for which EEI need
not be filed. 19 CFR 192.14(c)(4). The outbound truck carrier must
annotate the truck cargo manifest, waybill, or other export
documentation with the applicable AES proof of filing, downtime,
exclusion or exemption citations, conforming to the approved data
formats found in the Bureau of the Census Foreign Trade Regulations
(FTR) (15 CFR part 30).
III. Description of the Electronic Export Manifest for Truck Cargo Test
Purpose
The Electronic Export Manifest for Truck Cargo Test will test the
feasibility of requiring truck carriers to file export manifest data as
well as test the functionality regarding the filing of export manifest
data for truck cargo electronically in ACE in furtherance of the ITDS
initiatives described above. ACE is a single automated export
processing platform which is used for, among other things, certain
export manifest, commodity, licensing, export control, and export
targeting transactions.
The Electronic Export Manifest for Truck Cargo Test will also test
the feasibility of requiring the truck carrier to submit manifest
information electronically in ACE generally within a specified time
before the cargo is loaded on the truck. As described in the paragraph
below, participants in the test will submit certain limited export
manifest data electronically to ACE at least 24 hours prior to
departure from the United States to then be complemented by the
complete export manifest filing no later than two (2) hours prior to
arrival at the final port of export. This timeframe will enable CBP to
link the EEI submitted by the USPPI with the export manifest
information. CBP believes this capability will better enable CBP to
assess risk and effectively target and inspect shipments prior to the
loading of cargo to ensure compliance with all U.S. export laws.
CBP believes this process will also reduce costs for CBP, partner
government agencies, and the trade community, improve facilitation of
export shipments through the supply chain, and enable CBP to identify
high-risk shipments for purposes of ensuring cargo safety and security,
including compliance with export controls.
Procedures
Voluntary participants in the Electronic Export Manifest for Truck
Cargo Test agree to provide certain limited export manifest data
electronically at least 24 hours prior to departure from the United
States to then be complemented by the complete export manifest filing
no later than two (2) hours prior to arrival at the final port of
export. The electronic export manifest data submission will be used to
target high-risk truck cargo. CBP expects that test participants will
have access to the manifest data early in the planning stages of an
export truck cargo transaction and will be able to comply with these
timeframes. CBP anticipates that these timeframes will provide CBP
adequate time to perform proper risk assessment and identification of
shipments to be inspected early enough in the supply chain to enhance
security while minimizing disruption to the flow of goods. Although CBP
will aim to identify shipments for inspection prior to loading,
inspections could potentially happen at any time before the truck
departs the United States.
Any truck cargo identified as potentially high-risk will receive a
hold until required additional information related to the shipment is
submitted to clarify non-descriptive, inaccurate, or insufficient
information, a physical inspection is performed, or other appropriate
action is taken, as specified by CBP. Once the cargo is cleared for
loading, a release message will be generated and transmitted to the
filer.
Data Elements
The following seven (7) data elements are considered advance or
initial data designated as mandatory elements, and shall be submitted
24 hours prior to the departure from the United States to be
complemented by the complete export manifest filing no later than two
(2) hours prior to arrival at the final port of export:
(1) Bill of lading number, which is necessary to link the
transmission to the cargo throughout the entire electronic manifest
process;
(2) Cargo Quantity (the unit of measure, numbers and quantities for
the cargo laden aboard the truck as contained in the bill[s] of lading,
either master or house, as applicable [this means the quantity of the
lowest
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external packaging unit; containers and pallets do not constitute
acceptable information; for example, a container holding 10 pallets
with 200 cartons should be described as 200 cartons]);
(3) Total weight of cargo expressed in pounds or kilograms;
(4) Precise cargo description (and the Harmonized Tariff Schedule
(HTS) number(s) to the 6-digit level under which the cargo is
classified if that information is received from the shipper) and weight
of the cargo; or for a sealed container, the shipper's declared
description and weight of the cargo (generic descriptions, specifically
those such as ``FAK'' (``freight of all kinds''), ``general cargo'',
and ``STC'' (``said to contain'') are not acceptable);
(5) Shipper's complete name and address from the bills of lading
(for each house bill in a consolidated shipment, the identity of the
vendor, supplier, manufacturer, or other similar party is acceptable;
by contrast, the identity of the carrier, freight forwarder,
consolidator, or broker, is not acceptable);
(6) Consignee's complete name and address from the bill(s) of
lading. (The consignee is the party to whom the cargo will be delivered
in a foreign country. However, in the case of cargo shipped ``to order
of [a named party],'' the ``to order'' party must be named as the
consignee; and if there is any other commercial party listed in the
bill of lading for delivery or contact purposes, the carrier must also
report this other commercial party's identity and contact information,
including address, in the ``Notify party'' field.); and
(7) The Automated Export System (AES) Exemption Statement, as
applicable.
The following Electronic Export Manifest for Truck Cargo Test data
elements are identified as mandatory, conditional, and optional. Data
elements that are indicated as ``mandatory'' must be transmitted to
CBP. ``Conditional'' data must be transmitted to CBP only if the
particular information pertains to the shipment or cargo. ``Optional''
data elements may be transmitted (by the carrier or its agent). The ACE
Export Manifest for Truck Cargo data elements are to be submitted at
the lowest bill level. If the information has been provided with the
advance data elements, it need not be transmitted again unless there
are updates or changes. The data elements for all shipments, including
empty truck cars, consist of:
Mandatory
(1) Shipper's name and address, from the bill(s) of lading (for
each house bill in a consolidated shipment, the identity of the vendor,
supplier, manufacturer, or other similar party is acceptable; by
contrast, the identity of the carrier, freight forwarder, consolidator,
or broker, is not acceptable);
(2) Consignee's complete name and address from the bill(s) of
lading. (The consignee is the party to whom the cargo will be delivered
to in a foreign country. However, in the case of cargo shipped ``to
order of [a named party],'' the ``to order'' party must be named as the
consignee; and if there is any other commercial party listed in the
bill of lading for delivery or contact purposes, the carrier must also
report this other commercial party's identity and contact information,
including address, in the ``Notify party'' field.);
(3) Driver information (Name and Address, Date of Birth, HazMat
Endorsement, Driver License Number, State and Country of Issuance);
(4) U.S. Port of Export (authorized CBP port where the truck will
cross the border into Canada or Mexico);
(5) Port of Unlading (The port in a foreign country where the goods
are removed from the exporting carrier. The foreign port does not have
to be located in the country of destination.);
(6) Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC);
(7) Conveyance Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or License Plate
Number and State of Issuance;
(8) Manifest number (a unique number generated by the carrier);
(9) Estimated Date of Departure;
(10) Empty/Loaded Status Code;
(11) Bill of Lading (BOL) Number (SCAC + sequence number. A unique
BOL number used by the reporting trade participant to identify the
shipment or consolidation.);
(12) Precise cargo description (or the Harmonized Tariff Schedule
(HTS) number(s) to the 6-digit level under which the cargo is
classified if that information is received from the shipper) and weight
of the cargo; or for a sealed container, the shipper's declared
description and weight of the cargo (generic descriptions, specifically
those such as ``FAK'' (``freight of all kinds''), ``general cargo'',
and ``STC'' (``said to contain'') are not acceptable);
(13) Cargo Quantity (the unit of measure, numbers and quantities
for the cargo laden aboard the truck as contained in the bill[s] of
lading [this means the quantity of the lowest external packaging unit;
containers and pallets do not constitute acceptable information; for
example, a container holding 10 pallets with 200 cartons should be
described as 200 cartons]);
(14) Cargo Weight (the weight of the cargo, or, for a sealed
container, the shipper's declared weight of the cargo [lbs./kgs.]); and
(15) Bill of Lading type (house, simple, master).
Conditional
(1) Notify Party Name and Address (name and address of the party to
be notified as specified in the carrier's/freight forwarder's contract
of carriage or commercial sales);
(2) Crew information (Name and Address, Date of Birth, HazMat
Endorsement, Driver License Number, State and Country of Issuance);
(3) Equipment Number (refers to the identification number of any
trailing equipment or container attached to the power unit);
(4) Bill issuer code;
(5) Seal Number;
(6) Hazardous Material Code (internationally recognized hazardous
material code when such cargo is being shipped by truck);
(7) Chemical Abstract Service (CAS) ID Number;
(8) Marks and Numbers;
(9) Internal Transaction Number (ITN) or EEI Filing Exemption Code
or In-bond number;
(10) Mexican Pedimento Number (only for shipments exported to
Mexico); and
(11) Vehicle Identification Number or Product Identification Number
(new self-propelled vehicles only).
Optional: Place where carrier takes possession of cargo or empty
container.
There are currently no additional data elements identified for the
Electronic Export Manifest for Truck Cargo Test. However, CBP may
enhance the test in the future with additional data or processing
capabilities to assist with facilitation of truck shipment movements.
Any such enhancement will be announced in the Federal Register.
IV. Eligibility Requirements
CBP is limiting this test to nine truck carriers. There are no
restrictions with regard to organization size, location, or commodity
type. However, prospective Electronic Export Manifest for Truck Cargo
Test participants must have the technical capability to electronically
submit data to CBP through ACE. Participants can choose to submit data
via the ACE Export Truck Manifest Trade Portal or the electronic data
interchange (EDI) but, if choosing EDI, must be able to receive
response message sets via Cargo-ANSI X12 or Unified XML and must
successfully complete certification testing with their
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client representative. Once parties planning to utilize EDI have
applied to participate, they must complete a test phase to determine if
the data transmission is in the required readable format. Applicants
will be notified once they have successfully completed testing and are
permitted to participate fully in the test. In selecting participants,
CBP will take into consideration the order in which the applications
are received.
Conditions of Participation
Test participants agree to submit certain limited export manifest
data electronically to CBP at least 24 hours prior to departure from
the United States to then be complemented by the complete export
manifest filing no later than two (2) hours prior to arrival at the
final port of export. In addition, test participants agree to establish
operational security protocols that correspond to CBP hold messages
that mandate the participant to take responsive action and respond to
CBP confirming that the requested action was taken to mitigate any
threat identified, respond promptly with complete and accurate
information when contacted by CBP with questions regarding the data
submitted, and comply with any Do Not Load instructions.
Finally, test participants agree to participate in any
teleconferences or meetings established by CBP, when necessary, to
ensure any challenges, or operational or technical issues regarding the
test, are properly communicated and addressed.
Participation in the Electronic Export Manifest for Truck Cargo
Test does not impose any legally binding obligations on either CBP or
the participant, and CBP generally does not intend to enforce or levy
punitive measures if test participants are non-compliant with these
conditions of participation during the test.
Application Process and Acceptance
Those interested in participating in the Electronic Export Manifest
for Truck Cargo Test should submit an email to
CBPTruckExportManifestat<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#67040517131512040c021f170815130a06090e010214132704051749030f1449000811"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="6a09081a1e181f09010f121a05181e070b04030c0f191e2a09081a440e0219440d051c">[email protected]</span></a>, stating
their interest and their qualifications based on the above eligibility
requirements. The email will serve as an electronic signature of intent
to participate and must also include a point of contact name and
telephone number. Applications will be accepted until CBP has received
applications from nine parties that meet all test participant
requirements. CBP will notify applicants whether they have been
selected to participate in the test. Applicants will also be notified
once they have successfully completed testing and are permitted to
participate fully in the test.
Test participants will receive technical, operational, and policy
guidance through all stages of test participation, from planning to
implementation, on the necessary steps for the transmission of
electronic export manifest data.
Costs to Electronic Export Manifest for Truck Cargo Test Participants
Electronic Export Manifest for Truck Cargo Test participants are
responsible for all costs incurred as a result of their participation
in the test and such costs will vary, depending on the participants'
pre-existing infrastructures.
Benefits to Electronic Export Manifest for Truck Cargo Test
Participants
While the benefits to Electronic Export Manifest for Truck Cargo
Test participants will vary, several advantages of joining may include:
<bullet> Reduction in costs due to fewer examinations required
after cargo is already loaded on the truck;
<bullet> Reduction in delays and associated costs as a result of
fewer trucks being stopped for inspection at the borders or less cargo
being returned to CBP custody for inspection once the cargo has
departed the United States;
<bullet> More real time accurate transportation data, such as date
and port of export, when linked to the AES EEI filing, thereby
potentially reducing the likelihood of penalties (issued to exporters
and/or carriers) pursuant to 15 CFR part 30 for incorrect information;
<bullet> Increases in security by leveraging CBP threat model and
other data to employ a risk-based approach to improve truck cargo
security and to ensure compliance with U.S. export laws, rules, and
regulations through targeted screening;
<bullet> The ability to provide input into CBP efforts to
establish, test, and refine the interface between government and
industry communication systems for the implementation of the electronic
export manifest system;
<bullet> Facilitation of corporate preparedness for future
mandatory implementation of electronic export manifest submission
requirements; and
<bullet> Facilitation of the movement of legitimate cargo being
transported by truck across U.S. borders with Canada and Mexico.
V. Regulatory and Statutory Requirements
Participation in the Electronic Export Manifest for Truck Cargo
Test does not alter the participant's obligations to comply with any
other applicable statutory and regulatory requirements and participants
will still be subject to applicable penalties for non-compliance with
existing requirements or any statutory sanctions in the event that a
violation of U.S. export laws or prohibited articles are discovered
within a shipment/container presented for export destined from the
United States on a truck owned and/or operated by the participant.
VI. Duration and Evaluation of the Electronic Export Manifest for Truck
Cargo Test
The test will be activated on a case-by-case basis with each
participant and may be limited to a single or small number of ports
until any operational, training, or technical issues on either the
trade or government side are established and/or resolved. The test will
run for approximately two years from October 23, 2026. While the test
is ongoing, CBP will evaluate the results and determine whether the
test will be extended, expanded to include additional participants, or
terminated early, otherwise modified. CBP will announce any such
modifications by notice in the Federal Register. Upon sufficient test
analysis, CBP intends to initiate rulemaking to require the submission
of electronic export manifest data before the cargo is loaded onto the
truck for all international shipments to be exported from the United
States. The results of the test will help determine the relevant data
elements, the timeframe within which data should be submitted to permit
CBP to effectively target, identify, and mitigate any risk with the
least impact practicable on trade operations, and any other related
procedures and policies.
Confidentiality
All data submitted and entered into ACE is subject to the Trade
Secrets Act (18 U.S.C. 1905) and is considered confidential, except to
the extent otherwise provided by law. However, participation in this or
any ACE test is not confidential and upon a written Freedom of
Information Act (FOIA) request, the name(s) of an approved
participant(s) will be disclosed by CBP in accordance with 5 U.S.C.
552.
Misconduct Under the Test
If a test participant fails to abide by the rules, procedures, or
terms and conditions of this and all other
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applicable Federal Register Notices, fails to exercise reasonable care
in the execution of participant obligations, or otherwise fails to
comply with all applicable laws and regulations, then the participant
may be suspended from participation in this test and/or subjected to
penalties, liquidated damages, and/or other administrative or judicial
sanction. Additionally, CBP has the right to suspend a test participant
based on a determination that an unacceptable compliance risk exists.
If CBP determines that a suspension is warranted, CBP will notify
the participant of this decision, the facts or conduct warranting
suspension, and the date when the suspension will be effective. In the
case of willful misconduct, or where public health interests or safety
are concerned, the suspension may be effective immediately. This
decision may be appealed in writing to the Executive Assistant
Commissioner, Office of Field Operations, within 15 days of
notification. The appeal should address the facts or conduct charges
contained in the notice and state how the participant has or will
achieve compliance. CBP will notify the participant within 30 days of
receipt of an appeal whether the appeal is granted. If the participant
has already been suspended, CBP will notify the participant if and when
their participation in the test will be reinstated.
VII. Paperwork Reduction Act
As noted above, CBP will be accepting no more than nine
participants in the Electronic Export Manifest for Truck Cargo Test.
This means that fewer than 10 persons will be subject to any
information collections under this test. Accordingly, collections of
information within this notice are exempted from the requirements of
the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3502 and 3507).
VIII. Privacy
CBP will ensure that all Privacy Act requirements, 5 U.S.C. 552a,
and applicable DHS privacy policies are adhered to as a result of this
test. CBP has issued a Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) for the
Automated Commercial Environment (ACE),\2\ and Export Information
System (EIS),\3\ which both outline how CBP ensures compliance with
Privacy Act protections and DHS privacy policies, including DHS's Fair
Information Practice Principles (FIPPs). The FIPPs account for the
nature and purpose of the information being collected in relation to
DHS's mission to preserve, protect and secure the United States. Both
PIAs address issues such as the security, integrity, and sharing of
data, use limitation, and transparency.
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\2\ See U.S. Department Of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and
Border Protection, Privacy Impact Assessment For The Automated
Commercial Environment, DHS/CBP/PIA-003, available at <a href="https://www.dhs.gov/privacy-impact-assessments">https://www.dhs.gov/privacy-impact-assessments</a>.
\3\ See U.S. Department Of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and
Border Protection, Privacy Impact Assessment For The Export
Information System, DHS/CBP/PIA-020, available at <a href="https://www.dhs.gov/privacy-impact-assessments">https://www.dhs.gov/privacy-impact-assessments</a>.
Diane J. Sabatino,
Executive Assistant Commissioner, Office of Field Operations.
[FR Doc. 2026-19414 Filed 9-22-26; 8:45 am]
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