OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
A bill to prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_474.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2021-02-25.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- The Export-Import Bank will be prohibited from financing individuals or projects with seriously delinquent tax debt.
- Seriously delinquent tax debt refers to unpaid federal tax liabilities that can be collected by the IRS.
- The U.S. President can waive this prohibition in urgent circumstances significantly affecting U.S. interests, with a report to Congress.
- The rules do not apply to tax debts being paid under an agreement, those under dispute, or those subject to certain relief.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.
What is the impact of this bill?
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