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Extending African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) until 2045.

This bill extends the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), a major trade program with sub-Saharan Africa, for an additional 20 years, moving the expiration date from 2025 to 2045. The extension aims to provide long-term stability for US businesses and investors engaged in African markets. This stability is crucial for supporting approximately 120,000 jobs within the United States economy.
Key points
The AGOA trade preference program, which grants duty-free access to the US market for many African goods, is extended from September 2025 to September 2045.
The extension supports US economic interests and is cited as crucial for maintaining nearly 120,000 American jobs linked to trade and investment in Africa.
The bill specifically extends key provisions related to regional apparel and third-country fabric programs, ensuring continuity for the textile industry.
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Print number: 118_S_2952
Sponsor: Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]
Process start date: 2023-09-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

AGOA Extension Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2952.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The AGOA trade preference program, which grants duty-free access to the US market for many African goods, is extended from September 2025 to September 2045.
  • The extension supports US economic interests and is cited as crucial for maintaining nearly 120,000 American jobs linked to trade and investment in Africa.
  • The bill specifically extends key provisions related to regional apparel and third-country fabric programs, ensuring continuity for the textile industry.
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. Kennedy, John [R-LA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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Economy