HR 8228
To nullify the Presidential Proclamation relating to Imposing a Temporary Import Surcharge to Address Fundamental International Payments Problems, and for other purposes.
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Bill overview
This bill aims to cancel a presidential proclamation that imposed a temporary surcharge on imported goods to address international payment issues. Specifically, it seeks to invalidate the proclamation and any subsequent similar actions, including those imposing different percentages. The bill also directs the President to refund any tariffs or duties collected as a result of the proclamation’s implementation between February 20, 2026, and the bill’s enactment.
Key provisions
- Nullifies Presidential Proclamation 11012.
- Prohibits the obligation or expenditure of federal funds related to the proclamation.
- Addresses successor proclamations or actions with similar import surcharges.
- Requires the President to refund tariffs and duties collected under the proclamation.
Who is affected
- Importers of goods
- Exporters
- The United States Government
- International trade
Notable changes
- Eliminates a temporary import surcharge.
- Mandates a refund of tariffs and duties paid due to the surcharge.
Fiscal impact
The bill may result in a refund of tariffs and duties, impacting federal revenue.
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Cosponsors
Donald S. Beyer
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119th CONGRESS — 2d Session
H. R. 8228
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To nullify the Presidential Proclamation relating to Imposing a Temporary Import Surcharge to Address Fundamental International Payments Problems, and for other purposes.
Imposing a Temporary Import Surcharge to Address Fundamental International Payments Problems(91 Fed. Reg. 9339), or any successor or substantially similar Presidential proclamation or other action, including a proclamation or other action imposing a temporary import surcharge at any percentage above or below the percentage provided for in Presidential Proclamation 11012, shall have no force or effect and no Federal funds may be obligated or expended to carry out such Presidential proclamation or other action.