What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 1481.
Pakistan-Afghanistan Economic Development Act: Duty-Free Trade Zones
This act aims to stimulate economic growth in designated Reconstruction Opportunity Zones in Pakistan and Afghanistan. It allows certain goods from these zones to be imported into the United States without customs duties, intending to improve local livelihoods and foster regional stability. The act also includes provisions for fair labor practices and measures to prevent illegal transshipment.
Key points
Goods from designated Reconstruction Opportunity Zones in Pakistan and Afghanistan can enter the U.S. duty-free, reducing costs and increasing product availability.
Businesses in these zones must adhere to international core labor standards, including prohibitions on forced and child labor, protecting workers' rights.
Control mechanisms are established to prevent illegal transshipment and ensure only eligible products receive duty-free benefits.
The act provides technical assistance to Pakistan and Afghanistan to improve labor conditions and enforcement, potentially leading to better employment terms.
Status:
Expired
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