Representative Ted Lieu (Dem., Calif. 36th) has announced the he is accecpting REQUESTS for 2027 National Defense Authorization Act.
Requests for FY27 NDAA will be considered on a rolling basis.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Silks Recall Children’s Loungewear Sets Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Burn Hazard; Violates Mandatory Flammability Standards for Children’s Sleepwear
This recall involves all Silks-branded children’s loungewear sets. The recalled, two-piece loungewear sets consist of a short-sleeved shirt and matching shorts or pants. The sets were sold in multiple colors with varying prints and in children’s sizes 2T through 13/14. “Silks” and the size are printed on the sewn-in neck label and on the seam label.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled loungewear, take it away from children and contact Silks for a full refund or store credit. Consumers should destroy the garments by cutting the top and bottom in half and send a photo of the destroyed garments to silkssupport@silksdesign.com. Consumers should then dispose of the loungewear.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold Online At: Silksdesign.com from January 2024 through September 2025 for between $40 and $50.
Retailer: Silks, of Queen Creak, Arizona
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 26-389
More information and photos HERE.
Continuing the Suspension of Duty-Free De Minimis Treatment for All Countries
On April 9, 2026, the Executive Office of the President published in the Federal Register (91 FR 17839) Executive Order 14388 of February 20, 2026: Continuing the Suspension of Duty-Free De Minimis Treatment for All Countries.
Proposed deletions from the Procurement List
April 9, 2026, the Committee for Purchase from People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled published in the Federal Register (91 FR 17952) Proposed Deletions from the Procurement List.
The Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled is an independent Federal agency operating as the U.S. AbilityOne Commission. It oversees the AbilityOne Program, which provides employment opportunities through Federal contracts for people who are blind or have significant disabilities in the manufacture and delivery of products and services to the Federal Government. The Javits-Wagner-O’Day Act (41 U.S.C. chapter 85) authorizes the contracts.
The following product(s) are proposed for deletion from the Procurement List:
- 1005-01-470-3006--Case, Carrying, M240
- 1005-01-526-8280--Carrying strap
- 4210-00-542-3480--Hose, Fire, Lightweight, Lined, White, 1'' x 50'
- 8415-00-105-0605--Cover, M1 Helmet, Woodland Camouflage
- 8415-01-549-4944--Cover, Lightweight Helmet w/Pad System, Camouflage, XS/S
- 8415-01-549-4946--Cover, Lightweight Helmet w/Pad System, Camouflage, M/L
- 8415-01-549-4948--Cover, Lightweight Helmet w/Pad System, Camouflage, XL
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Chairmen of Senate and House Armed Services Committees Praise President Trump's $1.5 Trillion Defense Budget Topline
April 3, 2026, U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, (R-MS), Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and U.S. Representative Mike Rogers, (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, issued a statement praising President Trump’s $1.5 trillion defense budget request for fiscal year 2027.
See also: Defense Budget Materials - FY2027.
Cyber and Artificial Intelligence Provisions in the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)
The Congressional Research Service released IF13197 Cyber and Artificial Intelligence Provisions in the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY2026 NDAA; P.L. 119-60) contains numerous provisions regarding cyber-related issues, including artificial intelligence (AI). Title XV organizes Cyberspace-Related Matters into five subtitles: A. Operations; B. Cybersecurity; C. Information Technology and Data Management; D. Artificial Intelligence; and E. Reports and Other Matters. Other titles in the FY2026 NDAA contain provisions directly or indirectly related to cyberspace and AI. This In Focus describes selected elements of these and other selected provisions and potential issues for Congress.
SBA Announces New “Made in America Loan Guarantee” to Restore Manufacturing Dominance
On March 31, 2026, the Small Business Administration announced that small manufacturers across the country will soon be eligible for enhanced support through the SBA’s International Trade Loan (ITL) Program. The loans, which come with a 90% federal guarantee, will help manufacturers expand facilities, hire workers, and increase production – as part of the Trump Administration’s broader effort to rebuild America’s industrial dominance and strength. In addition, the SBA recently expanded ITL eligibility to include small businesses across the food supply chain, including those in the agriculture, production, and logistics industries.
Starting May 1st, manufacturers across NAICS Sectors 31–33 will become eligible for the expanded ITL Program. Eligible businesses may use the funds to:
- Upgrade or replace equipment to improve productivity and reduce unit costs.
- Modernize facilities and production lines to meet customer and national security requirements.
- Diversify supply chains away from foreign adversaries and bring critical production back to the United States.
- Build more resilient inventory positions.
- Expand operations and capacity through strategic acquisitions.
NAICS Sectors 31–33 include:
- 313110 Fiber, Yarn, and Thread Mills
- 313210 Broadwoven Fabric Mills
- 313220 Narrow Fabric Mills and Schiffli Machine Embroidery
- 313230 Nonwoven Fabric Mills
- 313240 Knit Fabric Mills
- 313310 Textile and Fabric Finishing Mills
- 313320 Fabric Coating Mills
- 314110 Carpet and Rug Mills
- 314120 Curtain and Linen Mills
- 314910 Textile Bag and Canvas Mills
- 314994 Rope, Cordage, Twine, Tire Cord, and Tire Fabric Mills
- 314999 All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills
- 315120 Apparel Knitting Mills
- 315210 Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors
- 315250 Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors)
- 315990 Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing
- 316110 Leather and Hide Tanning and Finishing
- 316210 Footwear Manufacturing
- 316990 Other Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing
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