Federal Register #2026-08486

Request for Information on Foreign Government Cheese Subsidy Programs

The International Trade Administration (ITA) is requesting information from the public regarding foreign government subsidy programs that benefit cheese articles subject to in-quota duty rates. - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce - International Trade Administration (ITA) - Request Details: - Solicitation is for information, not for products or services - Focus is on subsidy programs from countries such as the 27 European Union member states, Canada, Norway, and Switzerland - Examples of subsidy programs include European Union Restitution Payments, Export Assistance, Indirect Milk Subsidy, Consumer Subsidy, and Deficiency Payments - Gross and net subsidy amounts per pound are listed for each program - Submission Requirements: - Written submissions must be provided in Microsoft Word, Excel, or Adobe PDF formats - Submissions should be addressed to the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Negotiations - Electronic submission via the Federal eRulemaking Portal is encouraged - Notable Requirements: - No OEMs or vendors are specified - The request is for data and comments, not procurement of goods or services

Description

This notice provides a quarterly update to the list of foreign government subsidies on articles of cheese subject to an in-quota rate of duty. It covers subsidies for the period October 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025, listing countries, subsidy programs, and amounts. The Department of Commerce encourages submission of information on foreign government subsidy programs benefiting these cheese articles. Comments are due by June 30, 2026.

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