Landmark Tariff Decisions

Issue 12.09

March 6, 2026

BRACKET VOTING NOW OPEN!

COOLEST THING MADE IN DELAWARE TOP 16 ROUND

Narrowed down from 43, only 16 products have made it to the bracket portion of the competition. But only one can be crowned the Coolest Thing Made in Delaware . Who will take home the trophy?

Support Delaware's vibrant manufacturing sector and cast your vote for your favorite products once a day per email address until March 11.

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Learn more about the Top 16 products >

BE THERE WHEN THE WINNER IS REVEALED! The Coolest Thing Made in Delaware winner will be crowned live at the Spring Manufacturing & Policy Conference on March 26 in Dover. The full day will feature insightful discussions and expert perspectives on the issues shaping Delaware’s manufacturing sector. Register >

ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR TARIFF REFUNDS?

TARIFF LITIGATION UPDATES FROM OFFIT KURMAN

On February 20, 2026 the U.S. Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump holding that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not authorize the President to impose tariffs. ... Within hours of the decision, the Administration imposed a new 10% tariff under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 (now 15%).

Companies that paid the invalidated IEEPA tariffs may have an opportunity to seek refunds, depending on a number of factors. Read more >

PROTECTING DELAWARE'S FARMS FOR THE FUTURE

Agriculture is Delaware's number one industry, contributing $2.1 billion annually to the state’s economy. Delaware was built on agriculture, but growing pressures, including labor shortages, an aging workforce, and ongoing development are making it harder for family farms to stay in business. Read more >

EMPOWERING HISPANIC BUSINESSES

Hispanic businesses are a driving force in the U.S. economy, generating more than $650 billion in revenue, creating jobs, and strengthening communities across the country. From family-owned startups to thriving enterprises, they bring innovation, resilience, and opportunity to neighborhoods and industries alike.

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

A lot has been said about “rare earth” minerals lately, and with our Spring Manufacturing & Policy Conference right around the corner, I thought I’d take a moment to describe what these are, the process used to refine them, and their most common applications and uses. For starters, rare earths are not something you simply dig or dredge up and say, “Aha! We’ve found rare earth minerals!” They are typically byproducts of extracting other minerals. But first, a little more background. Read more >

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