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Temporary Suspension of Tariffs on Titanium Sponge Imports for National Security.

This law temporarily removes tariffs on imported titanium sponge, a vital raw material for the defense and aerospace industries. The goal is to lower manufacturing costs and strengthen domestic supply chains, indirectly supporting high-tech product stability. The President must annually review domestic production sufficiency and can reinstate tariffs if national security needs are met domestically.
Key points
Tariffs on imported titanium sponge are suspended until the end of 2031, reducing raw material costs for US manufacturers.
The tariff suspension does not apply to imports from Russia, Belarus, Cuba, and North Korea, maintaining existing trade restrictions.
The President has the authority to reinstate tariffs sooner if domestic titanium production is deemed sufficient to meet national security requirements.
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Print number: 118_S_4015
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2024-03-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Securing America’s Titanium Manufacturing Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4015.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Tariffs on imported titanium sponge are suspended until the end of 2031, reducing raw material costs for US manufacturers.
  • The tariff suspension does not apply to imports from Russia, Belarus, Cuba, and North Korea, maintaining existing trade restrictions.
  • The President has the authority to reinstate tariffs sooner if domestic titanium production is deemed sufficient to meet national security requirements.
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. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

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 2025-12-26.

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