Economics
Trump’s Export Ban on Protective Equipment Kicks In This Week
- Exports of certain protective gear need special FEMA license
- New FEMA export rule to be in effect for 120 days from Friday
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The Trump administration’s ban on exports of some personal protective equipment to fight the coronavirus outbreak in the U.S. will take effect Friday and will be in place for four months.