HR 6446
To modify the procedures for investigating claims of evasion of antidumping and countervailing duty orders.
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Bill overview
This bill changes how U.S. Customs and Border Protection investigates claims that imported goods are being smuggled into the country to avoid antidumping and countervailing duties. Specifically, it allows Customs to start an investigation on its own if it has reason to believe evasion is occurring. It also clarifies that a person can only challenge a duty determination in court if they’ve already paid all associated duties.
Key provisions
- Allows Customs to self-initiate investigations into potential evasion of duties.
- Specifies that all liquidated duties must be paid before judicial review can be sought.
- Updates the Tariff Act of 1930 to reflect these changes.
Who is affected
- Importers of goods subject to antidumping and countervailing duties
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Manufacturers subject to antidumping and countervailing duties
Notable changes
- Introduces the ability for Customs to proactively investigate evasion claims.
- Requires payment of all duties before judicial review is permitted.
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
H. R. 6446
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To modify the procedures for investigating claims of evasion of antidumping and countervailing duty orders.
The Commissioner may also self-initiate an investigation if the Commissioner has information that reasonably suggests that covered merchandise has been entered into the customs territory of the United States through evasion. In such case, the terms and conditions that apply to the processes for allegations and referrals under this section shall also apply to a process for self-initiation under the preceding sentence..
A person determined to have entered such covered merchandise through evasion may seek judicial review under this paragraph only if all liquidated duties, charges, or exactions have been paid at the time the judicial review is sought..