Executive Order EO 14411
Close Strengthening Customs Enforcement Signed Donald Trump · Jun 3, 2026
Trump directs the Department of Homeland Security to tighten customs enforcement rules for importers and increase penalties for violations.
Does not create new funding. Agencies must meet directives within existing budgets. Does not set a deadline for most actions beyond initial rule revisions and reports.
What it does (16) Importers of Record Requires importers to maintain minimum domestic assets or bonds and increase bond coverage Mandates disclosure of ownership, beneficial owners, business affiliates, and domestic asset information to Customs and Border Protection Prohibits foreign importers from filing informal entries for low-value imports, forcing them to use slower formal entry process Import Disclosure and Certification Requirements Requires certification of compliance with sanctions law and other supply chain rules Requires disclosure of manufacturer identifiers, product specifications, and detailed supply chain information Requires importers to submit foreign customs documents filed before export to the United States Enforcement and Penalties Increases enforcement of bond liquidated damages, in-bond restrictions, and audits Imposes maximum penalties on customs brokers for inadequate due diligence or repeated client violations Prioritizes criminal and civil enforcement of forced labor, misclassification, undervaluation, and illegal transshipment cases Sets a minimum 50 percent penalty floor for customs violations, eliminating mitigation for repeat offenders Streamlined Disposal Expedites seizure and disposal of non-compliant imports by reducing regulatory burdens Authorizes third-party disposal and higher bonds for high-risk shipments Transparency Requires periodic review and expiration of confidentiality requests for import information Mandates annual enforcement transparency reports Legislation Directs submission of legislative recommendations for customs enforcement reform within 45 days Reporting Requires a report on effectiveness of the order's provisions within one year Read it on the Federal Register