USMCA: the USA opens comments for the 2027 joint review
Published 2 October 2026 · Office of the United States Trade Representative
What changed
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative asked for public comments on how the USMCA is working, ahead of the 2027 joint review. Comments, and requests to appear at a public hearing, are due by 12 January 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern. The date and place of the hearing will be posted on USTR's website.
Who it affects
Exporters from Mexico to the United States.
The source and its dates
Office of the United States Trade Representative, press release. Published 2 October 2026; in force from 2 October 2026 (a consultation, not a rule; comments due 12 January 2027). Checked against the source on 11 October 2026.
What to do
If your business depends on USMCA preference, this is the moment to be on the record: a company, chamber or association can send USTR its comments on how the agreement is working by 12 January 2027.
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