US Congress · 119th Congress (2025-2026)

HR 1869Passed Origin Chamber

Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2026

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Overview

This bill aims to strengthen the Department of Justice’s efforts to combat international trade crimes. It establishes a new structure within the Justice Department to investigate and prosecute violations related to trade evasion, money laundering, and smuggling, focusing on a wide range of federal laws. The bill also mandates increased resources, training, and collaboration with other agencies and international partners to enhance enforcement capabilities and requires an annual report to Congress on the department’s progress.

Key provisions

Establishes a new task force or structure within the Department of Justice to investigate and prosecute trade-related crimes.
Defines ‘trade-related crimes’ broadly, encompassing violations of laws related to import/export fees, restrictions, and smuggling.
Authorizes funding of $20 million for fiscal year 2026 to support the new structure and personnel.
Requires the Justice Department to increase the number of trade-related crimes investigated and prosecuted.
Mandates collaboration with Homeland Security Investigations, Customs and Border Protection, and other federal agencies.
Requires the Attorney General to provide technical assistance to international trading partners.
Requires the Department of Justice to regularly consult with its components regarding trade-related crimes.
Requires an annual report to Congress detailing enforcement efforts and funding utilization.

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Legislative history

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Mar 5, 2025

Introduced in House

Jun 3, 2026House

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 23 - 0.

Jun 3, 2026House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Aug 27, 2026House

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 683.

Aug 27, 2026House

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 119-782.

Aug 27, 2026

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 119-782.

Aug 31, 2026House

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Aug 31, 2026House

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.

Aug 31, 2026

Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.

Aug 31, 2026House

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1869.

Aug 31, 2026House

Considered under suspension of the rules.

Aug 31, 2026House

Mr. Schmidt moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

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8/31/2026HouseVoice vote
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
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8/31/2026Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
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Passage without roll call

Aug 31, 2026HouseVoice vote
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
No roll-call vote on record for this action.
Aug 31, 2026Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
No roll-call vote on record for this action.

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Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2026

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