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2025
04/29/2025 -- AFSEF Safety Campaign
04/04/2025 -- Call to Action and Important Clarification Regarding Rates and Effective Dates
02/27/2025 -- APA to Request Exemption from 10% Tariff Imposed on Fireworks
1/17/2025 -- FMCSA Hours of Service Exemption
1/9/2025 -- ILA & USMX Reach Agreement Averting Work Stoppage at East Coast & Gulf Coast Ports

2024
12/15/24 -- Personnel Changes
11/19/24 -- Humanitarian Aid for Valencia
11/14/24 -- ATF Request for Industry Storage Information
10/22/24 -- CTA Compliance Deadlines
9/19/24 -- Proposed Revisions to APA Std. 87-1A & 87-1C Comments Due Oct. 15
6/21/24 -- Foundation Media Campaign - Join Us to Promote Safe Use
6/12/24 -- Overtime Wage Rule Implementation Date Reminder
5/22/24 -- APA Convention Information
4/22/24 -- APA Environmental Air Quality Study & Resources
3/25/24 -- APA Foundation Education & Safety Campaign
2/29/24 -- 2024 HOS/ELD Limited Waiver
1/17/24 -- Proposed Revisions to APA Std. 87-1A & 87-1C
1/2/24 -- ATF Revises Federal Explosives License/Permit Application


2023
6/26/23 -- Urgent Safety Advisory - Professional Use Fireworks
6/19/23 -- New Consumer Fireworks Safety Videos
5/31/23 -- Convention Sponsorship, Advertising & Vendor Information
4/28/23 -- Call for Board Nominations
4/14/23 -- APA Meeting Policies and Procedures
3/7/23 -- 2023 ERS Participation Details


2022
6/20/22 -- FMCSA Issues Limited HOS & ELD Waiver to Select APA Members
6/14/22 -- Congress Passes Ocean Shipping Reform Bill
6/13/22 -- OSHA Resources to Prevent Heat Illness
6/10/22 -- July 4th 2022 Media Messaging
5/31/22 -- 2022 Convention Sponsorship, Advertising, & Vendor Info
5/17/22 -- APA Change of Address
4/29/22 -- Call For Board Nominations
04/15/22 -- Shipping Container Security Alert
04/14/22 -- Call to Action - Support #Fireworks4peace
03/21/22 -- Foundation Fireworks Safety Coloring Books Available
03/15/22 --HOS & ELD Waiver Request
03/18/22 -- ERS Subscription Renewal - ACTION REQUIRED


2021
10/4/21 -- Shipping Reform Act Call to Action
8/16/21 -- FMCSA Safety Audits of APA HOS/ELD Waiver Participants
7/8/21 -- PHMSA FAQs on Approvals for Chained Display Aerial Devices
6/25/21 -- PHMSA Issues HOS Waiver for 2021 July 4th Season
6/3/21 -- West Coast Port Congestion & Backlogged Containers
6/2/21 -- Special Permit for Importing Articles Pyrotechnics
5/13/21 -- Possible Recourse for Excess Shipping Charges
4/30/21 -- Call for APA Board Nominations
4/29/21 -- Fireworks Consumption Data Needed
4/27/21 -- Early Convention Information & Sponsorship Opportunities
4/13/21 -- Employee Retention Credit Resources
3/31/21 -- APA U Guidelines & Upgrade Options
3/11/21 -- 2021 ERS Participation
2/11/21 -- APA U Training Manager's Webinar Feb. 17
2/10/21 -- Employee Retention Credit Webinar
1/27/21 -- Markings on Finished Fireworks Devices
1/11/21 -- SBA Issues PPP Guidance
1/6/21 -- APA Virtual Conference Welcome Video


2020
12/29/20 -- President Signs COVID/Omnibus Package
12/23/20 -- Congress Passes COVID Relief Package
12/3/20 -- APA Urges Lame Duck Congress to Pass COVID Relief Package
11/30/20 -- Call to Action - Lame Duck Push for Extended COVID Aid
11/25/20 -- APA Std. 87-1 Final Rule Published
11/18/20 -- 2021-22 HOS & ELS Waiver Request
11/17/20 -- Post Election Push to Enact RESTART
10/13/20 -- Call to Action - Oct. 19 Senate Vote
10/5/20 -- Call to Action - Contact Senators to Support Inclusion of RESTART
9/16/20 -- Call to Action - Urge Representatives to Enact RESTART
9/11/20 -- China Reclassification of Certain Consumer Fireworks as 1.3G
9/9/20 -- Senate GOP Stimulus Bill Call to Action
8/24/20 -- HOS Rule Changes Webinar
8/17/20 -- ATF Explosives Industry Webinar
8/10/20 -- Stimulus Bill Update #3
8/7/20 -- Stimulus Bill Update #2
7/31/20 -- COVID Stimulus Relief Update & Call to Action
7/16/20 -- APA Endorses the CARES Act & Call to Action
6/4/20 -- 2020 APA Convention Cancelled
5/20/20 -- APA Releases #Fireworks4Honor Memorial Day Video
5/20/20 -- OSHA Resumes In Person Workplace Inspections
5/15/20 -- APA Urges Congress to Preserve the American Fireworks Tradition
4/23/20 -- Call to Action to Support Extension of Duty Deferral Program
4/22/20 -- OSHA Issues Updated Essential Worker Guidance
4/21/20 -- President Signs 90 Day Duty Defferal Program
4/20/20 -- DOT Announces Additional Relief for HazMat Shippers
4/10/20 -- Display Operator Training Resources Added to APA U
4/9/20 -- COVID-19 Payroll Tax & Incentive Guide
4/8/20 -- TSA Issues HazMat Endorsement Exemption
4/6/20 -- #UnitedWeStand COVID-19 Video for Use by APA Members
4/1/20 -- DOL Issues Temporary Rule on Paid Leave
3/30/20 -- Paycheck Protection Program Loans to Assist Small Businesses
3/25/20 -- Need to Designate Essential Transport Workers
3/24/20 -- DOT Issues COVID-19 Policy Clarifications
3/23/20 -- COVID-19 Training and Business Resources
3/23/20 -- COVID-19 Regulatory Guidance
3/20/20 -- President Signs COVID-19 Relief Package
3/16/20 -- 2020 ERS Participation Details
3/13/20 -- Message to APA Members Regarding COVID-19
3/12/20 -- China Shipping & COVID-19 Response
2/26/20 -- China Supply Change Challenges
2/24/20 -- FMCSA 2020 ELD & HOS Waiver
2/19/20 -- APA University Sign-Up Info & Resources for Current Users
1/27/20 -- Winter Conference Reminder & Speaker Details
1/16/20 -- China Trade Deal Executed
1/7/20 -- TSA Security Alert


2019
12/31/19 -- China Production, Warehouse, and Shipping Update
12/19/19 -- January 6 Deadline to Register with Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse
12/16/19 China Tariff Relief Announced
12/5/19 -- Liuyang Factory Explosion
11/26/19 -- China Shipping of Display Shells
10/17/19 -- APA Submits Comments Supporting Revisions to 87-1
9/19/19 -- China Tariff Update and Call To Action
8/26/19 -- President Raises China Tariff Rates
8/13/19 -- China Tariff Commodity List Update
8/13/19 -- Next Steps on China Tariffs
8/2/19 -- Sustaining Member Campaign
6/28/19 -- Reminder for ELD and HOS Waiver Participants
6/24/19 -- APA's Foundation Releases Sparkler Safety Video
6/14/19 -- APA Files Comments Opposing Tariffs on Fireworks
6/10/19 -- China Tariff Update
5/22/19 -- Resources to Help Fight Tariffs on Fireworks
5/17/19 -- APA Needs Your Feedback to Fight Tariffs
5/15/19 -- Proposed China Tariffs Will Impact Fireworks
4/30/19 -- Call for APA Board Nominations
3/29/19 -- DOL Issues New Proposed Rule on Overtime Pay
3/28/19 -- APA University Online Training Tool
3/7/19 -- PHMSA to Hold Fireworks Industry Workshop
2/19/19 -- FMCSA Grants Limited ELD Exemption to APA Members
2/6/19 -- ATF Licensing Change of Address
1/29/19 -- EX Approval Delays1/27/19 APA Partners with the Family Business Consulting Group
1/23/19 -- ATF Halts Issuing Letters of Authorization
1/3/19 -- U.S. Issues China Travel Warning


2018
12/10/18 -- FMCSA Releases the Motor Carrier Safety Planner Tool
12/3/18 -- U.S. - China Trade Truce
11/7/18 -- Recent Changes to China Customs Manifest Requirements
9/26/18 -- Senate Confirms New CSPC Commissioner
9/21/18 -- PHMSA Rules on CA Rest Breaks
9/20/18 -- New Mobile AP for APA Convention
9/18/18 -- China Tariff Update
8/6/18 -- APA Members Urged to Participate in Safe + Sound Week
7/30/18 -- 2018 Sustaining Member Campaign
6/22/18 -- Resources for 2018 Season
6/19/18 -- FMCSA Grants APA Members Limited ELD Waiver
6/7/18 -- ELD Limited Exemption Relief Uncertain
3/12/18 -- Emergency Response System Registration 
3/8/18 -- Revisions to APA Standard 87-1
3/8/18 -- APA Testifies Before the CPSC
2/27/18 -- CPSC Rulemaking
2/14/18 -- CPSC Announces Hearing on Proposed Fireworks Rule
1/5/18 -- FMCSA Opens 2018 UCR


2017
12/4/17 -- ELD Implementation Date Approaching - Member Guidance
11/30/17 -- APA Testifies Before the House Small Business Committee
11/2/17 -- ATF Activates On-Line System to Verify Licenses/Permits
9/6/17 -- Call to Action to Delay ELD Mandate
8/28/17 -- Partner with NGAP to #Celebratesafely
7/21/17 -- Border Adjustment Tax Letter
7/21/17 -- CPSC Rulemaking
5/31/17 -- Remember to #CelebrateSafely this July 4th
5/9/17 -- Verify EX Approvals for Chained 1.3G Aerial Shells 
5/8/17 -- Call for Nominations for APA Board
4/17/17 --ITC Considers Petitions to Suspend Tariffs
4/4/17 -- ELD Relief for Short-Term Truck Rentals
3/30/17 -- CPSC Notice of Proposed Rulemaking - Comments Requested
3/23/17 -- APA Efforts Help Derail Flawed Safety Fitness Proposal
3/13/17 -- 2017 Emergency Response Service (ERS) Participation
3/3/17 -- 2017 Hours of Service Exemption Waiver


2016
12/8/16--  FMCSA Issues Final Rule on Entry-Level Driver Training
12/5/16--  FMCSA Issues Final Rule Establishing CDL Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse
11/23/16 -- Court Blocks DOL Plan to Extend Overtime Pay
9/6/16 -- CPSC Releases Proposed Policy on Audible Effects
9/6/16 -- Shipping Alert - Hanjin Shipping Files for Chapter 15
7/26/16 -- OSHA Workplace Injury & Illness Electronic Reporting Rule
7/13/16 -- Call For Nominations for the APA Board
7/11/16 -- PHMSA Issues Misc. HazMat Amendments
7/1/16 -- PHMSA Issues Reverse Logistics Clarification
6/24/16 -- APA Launches Youth Fireworks Education Initiative
6/22/16 -- APA Media & Crisis Response Resources for July 4th
6/14/16 -- Revamped 2016 APA Media Messaging for July 4th
6/7/16 -- Fireworks Production in Liuyang China Halted
6/6/16 -- CVSA 2016 Road Check - June 7-9
5/19/16 -- Final Rule Governing Overtime Time Issued
5/3/16 -- APA Reframes 2016 Media Messaging
4/19/16 -- PHMSA Issues Designated Agent Clarification
4/13/16 -- State-By-State Analysis of Minimum Wage Rates
3/10/16 -- FMCSA Proposed Rule on Entry Driver Training
3/3/16 -- 2016 HOS Waiver Exemption
1/28/16 -- FMCSA Issues Proposed Rule on Safety Fitness Determination
1/7/16 -- CPSC Releases Fireworks Rule Briefing Package


2015
12/10/15 -- FMCSA Announces Electronic Logging Device Final Rule
11/23/15 -- APA Website Members Only Resources
8/6/15 -- FMCSA Issues Changes to HMSP Enforcement Policy
5/12/15 -- Important Guidance on OSHA HazCom GHS Labelling & SDSs
5/11/15-- Register for Webinar on OSHA HazCom GHS & SDS Requirements 
5/7/15 -- Call for APA Board Nominations
5/6/15 -- FMCSA Issues NPRM on CMV Diabetes Qualification
5/5/15 -- ATA HOS Waiver Request Could Benefit 1.4 Placarded Shipments
5/4/15 -- CVSA Roadcheck 2015
4/29/15 -- Important Transport Responsibilities for Consumer Fireworks Operators
4/8/15 -- FMCSA Final Rule Increasing Civil Penalties
4/1/15 -- PHMSA Issues Additional Name Approvals Clarification
3/16/15 -- Register for APA Webinar on OSHA Recordkeeping Rule
2/13/15 -- West Coast Port Delays Escalate, Take Action Now
1/22/15 -- Update on APA Std. 87-1
1/6/15 -- West Coast Port Update


2014
12/18/14 -- FY 15 Appropriations Bill Enacted With APA Supported Riders
12/10/14 -- OSHA Updates Recordkeeping Rules That Take Effect Jan. 1
12/9/14 -- FMCSA to Rescind Burdensome CMV Paperwork Requirements
12/3/14 -- HOS Exemption Waiver - Action Required
12/1/14 -- FMCSA Issues Advance NPRM on Minimum Financial Responsibility
11/19/14 -- West Coast Port Disruptions - Call to Action
11/11/14 -- APA Files Comments on Reverse Logistics
10/21/14 -- APA Board Election Results & Bylaw Changes
9/24/14 -- PHMSA Clarifies Policy on Certain Display Fireworks Approvals
9/18/14 -- ATF Updates Explosives Theft/Loss Form
9/17/14 -- APA Board Approves NGAP Charitable Foundation
8/18/14 -- DHS Issues ANPR on CFAT Changes
8/12/14 -- PHMSA NPRM to Amend HazMat Regulations
8/11/14 -- PHMSA NPRM on Reverse Logistics
8/7/14 -- PHMSA Final Rule on Civil Penalties
7/25/14 -- FMCSA Announces Enhancements to SMS Website
7/23/14 -- APA Seeks PAC Authorizations
7/17/14 -- Call for APA Board Nominations
7/15/14 -- Call to Action to Help Stop CPSC Rule on Voluntary Recalls
7/7/14 – 2014 APA Convention Information
5/21/14 -- HazMat Registrations & Renewals Due June 30
5/19/14 -- CVSA Roadcheck 2014, Prepare Now to Avoid Violations
5/15/14 -- CPSC FY2015 Budget Includes User Fees for Imports
5/9/14 -- West Coast Port Disruptions Anticipated
5/8/14 -- APA Priorities on HMSP & User Fees Advance in the House
4/23/14 -- Guidance for Utilizing the 100 Mile Radius Exception
4/17/14 -- Display Site Guidance Documents
4/3/14 -- APA Testifies Before Congress on HMSP Program
3/26/14-- NFPA Withdraws Standards 1124, 1128 & 1129
3/20/14-- Reminder:  Approaching Deadline for CMV Driver Medical Exams
3/6/14-- 2014 ERS Renewal Paperwork
2/25/14 -- FMCSA Proposal for CDL Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Database
1/30/14 -- February 1  Deadline for OSHA Form 300A Posting
1/9/14 -- Jan. 30 Deadline for CDL Self Certification & Med-Card Requirements