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Limiting Presidential and Trade Representative Authority on Tariffs

This act aims to increase Congress's role in decisions regarding tariffs and import restrictions. This means the President and the U.S. Trade Representative will need Congressional approval to impose new duties, which could affect the prices of imported goods and product availability in the market.
Key points
The President will need Congressional approval to impose new tariffs for national security reasons, except in urgent situations.
The U.S. Trade Representative will need to notify Congress and await its decision before imposing duties or import restrictions.
These changes could impact the stability of international trade and the predictability of imported goods prices.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2712
Sponsor: Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
Process start date: 2025-04-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reclaiming Congressional Trade Authority Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2712.

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 2025-04-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The President will need Congressional approval to impose new tariffs for national security reasons, except in urgent situations.
  • The U.S. Trade Representative will need to notify Congress and await its decision before imposing duties or import restrictions.
  • These changes could impact the stability of international trade and the predictability of imported goods prices.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

CATEGORIES

Economy