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COVID-19 Restitution Act: Additional Duties on Goods from China

This act imposes additional duties on goods imported from China to raise funds for compensation to individuals and businesses in the U.S. affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. It aims to cover economic losses, medical expenses, and government expenditures related to the pandemic. Citizens might see changes in prices of some imported products.
Key points
Imposition of an initial 10% duty on goods from China, increasing by an additional 10% each year until full compensation is collected.
Establishment of a special trust fund (COVID-19 Restitution Trust Fund) to collect proceeds from these duties.
Creation of a compensation program for U.S. citizens, businesses, and state and local governments for financial and economic losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Requirement for the Secretary of State to identify countries adversely impacted by China's actions regarding COVID-19 and encourage similar retaliatory measures.
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Print number: 117_HR_4080
Sponsor: Rep. Brooks, Mo [R-AL-5]
Process start date: 2021-06-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

China COVID–19 Restitution Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4080.

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 2021-06-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Imposition of an initial 10% duty on goods from China, increasing by an additional 10% each year until full compensation is collected.
  • Establishment of a special trust fund (COVID-19 Restitution Trust Fund) to collect proceeds from these duties.
  • Creation of a compensation program for U.S. citizens, businesses, and state and local governments for financial and economic losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Requirement for the Secretary of State to identify countries adversely impacted by China's actions regarding COVID-19 and encourage similar retaliatory measures.
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. Brooks, Mo [R-AL-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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