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WTO Reform: Faster Dispute Settlement and Increased Transparency.

This House Resolution calls for the United States to remain committed to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and work towards its reform. The aim is to improve the speed and predictability of trade dispute settlement, increase transparency, and ensure fair treatment for developing countries. These changes seek to create a more predictable and equitable international trading system, which could indirectly affect the availability and prices of imported goods.
Key points
The United States seeks to make the WTO dispute settlement process faster and more predictable.
Calls for increased transparency in WTO operations, including public access to dispute information.
Emphasizes the need to ensure special privileges for developing countries are used only in appropriate circumstances.
The US aims to update WTO rules to better meet the needs of the modern global economy.
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Print number: 117_HRES_382
Sponsor: Rep. Kind, Ron [D-WI-3]
Process start date: 2021-05-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should reaffirm its commitment as a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO) and work with other WTO members to achieve reforms at the WTO that improve the speed and predictability of dispute settlement, address longstanding concerns with the WTO's Appellate Body, increase transparency at the WTO, ensure that WTO members invoke special and differential treatment reserved for developing countries only in fair and appropriate circumstances, and update the WTO rules to address the needs of the United States and other free and open economies in the 21st century.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_382.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The United States seeks to make the WTO dispute settlement process faster and more predictable.
  • Calls for increased transparency in WTO operations, including public access to dispute information.
  • Emphasizes the need to ensure special privileges for developing countries are used only in appropriate circumstances.
  • The US aims to update WTO rules to better meet the needs of the modern global economy.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Kind, Ron [D-WI-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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