Who has the authority to limit the number of Customs Broker representatives at each port?

The Commissioner has the authority to limit the number of Customs Broker representatives at each port based on the regulatory framework established within customs operations. This is crucial as the Commissioner oversees the enforcement of customs laws and the administration of customs regulations, including the licensing of customs brokers and their representatives.

Granting this authority allows for the effective management of customs operations, ensuring that the number of brokers at each port is commensurate with operational needs and efficiency, helping to prevent overcrowding or mismanagement in customs processes. Such decisions typically reflect considerations of capacity, the flow of goods, and the need for compliance with customs regulations.

The other entities, while they may have roles and responsibilities within the customs framework, do not possess the direct authority to regulate the number of representatives in the manner the Commissioner does. The Secretary of Finance oversees broader financial policies, the Bureau of Customs implements customs laws under the guidance of the Commissioner, and the Customs Administrative Officer may manage administrative tasks but does not have the jurisdiction over setting limits on broker representatives.