International trade · 08/08/2005Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read
U.S. Department of State Expands Presidential Permit Authority for International Border Crossings
Summary
The U.S. Department of State has clarified its authority to issue Presidential permits for the construction of facilities crossing the international borders with Canada or Mexico, including bridges and tunnels, and for land transportation to or from foreign countries, following amendments to Executive Orders 11423 and 13337.
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