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Congressional Oversight of Presidential Trade Actions

This bill aims to ensure that the President of the United States cannot unilaterally implement significant foreign trade changes, such as new tariffs or import restrictions. Instead, such decisions will require Congressional approval, which is intended to protect the economic interests of citizens and businesses from sudden shifts. Citizens will gain greater certainty regarding trade policy stability.
Key points
New tariffs or import restrictions imposed by the President will require Congressional approval.
The President must provide a detailed economic analysis of any proposed trade action, including its impact on jobs and the economy.
An independent government agency (Comptroller General) will assess the President's compliance with the law when proposing changes.
One year after implementation, an independent commission (US International Trade Commission) will assess the impact of the action on American producers and consumers.
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Print number: 117_S_691
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2021-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Global Trade Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_691.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New tariffs or import restrictions imposed by the President will require Congressional approval.
  • The President must provide a detailed economic analysis of any proposed trade action, including its impact on jobs and the economy.
  • An independent government agency (Comptroller General) will assess the President's compliance with the law when proposing changes.
  • One year after implementation, an independent commission (US International Trade Commission) will assess the impact of the action on American producers and consumers.
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 Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

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.

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