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Digital Trade Act: New Criteria for Trade Preferences.

This act introduces new criteria for countries to qualify for preferential trade benefits with the United States. Nations that restrict digital trade or fail to protect personal data may lose access to tariff reductions, potentially affecting the cost of imported goods and the availability of digital services for citizens.
Key points
Countries restricting digital trade, such as blocking data flows, may lose trade preferences.
Nations failing to protect personal data or forcing disclosure of proprietary source code may also be excluded from the preference program.
The goal is to promote open digital trade and data privacy globally, potentially impacting international markets and digital service availability.
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Print number: 118_HR_6990
Sponsor: Rep. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-16]
Process start date: 2024-01-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Digital Trade for Development Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6990.

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 2024-01-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Countries restricting digital trade, such as blocking data flows, may lose trade preferences.
  • Nations failing to protect personal data or forcing disclosure of proprietary source code may also be excluded from the preference program.
  • The goal is to promote open digital trade and data privacy globally, potentially impacting international markets and digital service availability.
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. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-16].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.

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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