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Introduced
09/25/2024
09/25/2024
In Committee
09/25/2024
09/25/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To suspend normal trade relations with the People’s Republic of China and to increase the rates of duty applicable with respect to articles imported from the People’s Republic of China, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill:
- Suspends normal trade relations with China and imposes higher tariff rates on imports from China, citing concerns over China's unfair trade practices and the negative impact on the U.S. economy.
- Requires the President to revise the Harmonized Tariff Schedule to apply the higher "column 2" tariff rates to Chinese imports, with some exceptions and a gradual phase-in of the increases over 5 years.
- Establishes a trust fund to compensate U.S. producers for losses due to Chinese retaliation, funded by the increased tariff revenue.
- Makes changes to the de minimis customs entry value exemption to exclude imports from "covered nations" like China.
- Authorizes additional funding for the U.S. International Trade Commission to support their role in administering the new tariff regime.
- Includes a list of specific products, primarily advanced technologies and defense-related items, that will be subject to a minimum 100% tariff rate.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (on 09/25/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/5264/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s5264/BILLS-118s5264is.pdf |
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