Countering Economic Coercion Act: Supporting US Allies
This act aims to protect US allies and trading partners from unfair economic actions by other nations. The US President gains new powers to support countries affected by such coercion, for example, by reducing tariffs on their products or providing financial aid. Simultaneously, the act allows for penalties against countries engaging in economic coercion, which may affect the prices of certain imported goods.
Key points
The US President can reduce or eliminate duties on goods from countries facing economic coercion, potentially leading to lower prices for US consumers.
The act enables financial aid and expedited export processes for countries targeted by economic coercion, supporting their economies.
The President can increase duties on goods from foreign adversaries engaged in economic coercion, which may impact prices of imported products from those nations.
The measures aim to protect the economic security of the US and its allies, potentially stabilizing global markets.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1135
Sponsor: Rep. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-5]
Process start date: 2023-02-21