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Report on US Specialty Crop Export Competitiveness

This new law mandates an annual report on the competitiveness of U.S. specialty crop exports, such as fruits and vegetables. The report will identify and analyze trade barriers in foreign countries and assess their impact, potentially leading to the removal of obstacles and increased exports. This could benefit citizens by providing access to a wider variety of agricultural products and help farmers find better markets for their produce abroad.
Key points
Requires an annual report on the competitiveness of U.S. specialty crop exports (e.g., fruits, vegetables).
The report will identify foreign trade barriers (tariffs, quotas, sanitary rules) hindering exports.
It will assess the impact of these barriers on U.S. farmers and estimate potential lost export value.
The law includes public consultation before the report is prepared, allowing citizens and industry to provide input.
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Print number: 118_HR_6399
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Process start date: 2023-11-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Specialty CROP Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6399.

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 2023-11-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires an annual report on the competitiveness of U.S. specialty crop exports (e.g., fruits, vegetables).
  • The report will identify foreign trade barriers (tariffs, quotas, sanitary rules) hindering exports.
  • It will assess the impact of these barriers on U.S. farmers and estimate potential lost export value.
  • The law includes public consultation before the report is prepared, allowing citizens and industry to provide input.
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. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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Agriculture Economy