Interstate Commerce Act: Federal law governing interstate transportation and commerce, including the Carmack Amendment which establishes liability framework for cargo loss/damage
Shipping Act of 1984: Regulates ocean shipping and international freight transportation, including requirements for ocean transportation intermediaries
COGSA: Carriage of Goods by Sea Act - Establishes basic rules for ocean bills of lading and cargo liability in international shipping
FMCSR: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations - Sets safety standards for commercial motor vehicles and operators in interstate commerce
Ocean Shipping Reform Act: Updates to shipping regulations addressing ocean carrier practices and service contract requirements
Customs Modernization Act: Establishes requirements for customs operations and documentation in international trade
Montreal Convention: International treaty governing liability rules and documentation requirements for international air freight
Hague-Visby Rules: International convention establishing standard rules for bills of lading in international shipping
FMC Regulations: Federal Maritime Commission rules governing ocean transportation intermediaries, including licensing and financial responsibility requirements
DOT Regulations: Department of Transportation rules covering safety, licensing, and operational requirements for transportation providers
TSA Requirements: Transportation Security Administration security protocols and screening requirements for cargo
CBP Regulations: Customs and Border Protection rules governing import/export procedures and documentation
Hazardous Materials Transportation Act: Regulates the transportation of hazardous materials across all modes of transport
Food Safety Modernization Act: Establishes requirements for safe transportation of food products, including sanitary transportation rules
C-TPAT: Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism - Voluntary supply chain security program with specific requirements for participants
Export Administration Regulations: Controls export and re-export of commercial items, including documentation and licensing requirements
ITAR: International Traffic in Arms Regulations - Controls export and import of defense-related articles and services
State Transportation Laws: Various state-specific requirements for transportation operations, licensing, and safety
State Insurance Requirements: State-specific insurance coverage requirements for freight forwarders and transportation providers
EPA Regulations: Environmental Protection Agency rules affecting transportation operations, including emissions standards
