Last week, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) closed their Request for Public Comments and Notice of Public Hearing relating to the operation and implementation of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), in advance of the required Joint Review in 2026.
Because our industry is deeply affected by USMCA implementation, ARA submitted a letter supporting a renewal of USMCA for a full 16-year term.
After the public comment and hearing phases, USTR must prepare a report to Congress that:
- assesses the operation of the USMCA;
- identifies the U.S. position for the upcoming joint review; and
- states whether the United States confirms its desire to extend USMCA beyond the initial 16-year term.
That report must be submitted at least 180 days before the formal joint review by the Parties. The formal review by the three Parties (U.S., Mexico, Canada) will take place on July 1, 2026, when they will evaluate recommendations.
