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New Tax on Goods Imported via Canada or Mexico

This bill introduces a new tax on goods unloaded in Canada or Mexico and then brought into the United States by land or air. This tax, set at 0.125% of the cargo's value, will be paid by the importer. The aim is to tax goods that bypass direct maritime import into the US, which could affect the prices of certain products.
Key points
A new tax of 0.125% of cargo value will be imposed on goods first entering Canada or Mexico and then the US.
The tax will be paid by the importer at the time of entry into the United States.
These changes will take effect after December 31, 2025, potentially impacting import costs for some products.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3363
Sponsor: Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]
Process start date: 2025-05-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to impose a tax on United States-bound circumvented cargo through Canada or Mexico and entering the United States.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3363.

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 2025-05-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A new tax of 0.125% of cargo value will be imposed on goods first entering Canada or Mexico and then the US.
  • The tax will be paid by the importer at the time of entry into the United States.
  • These changes will take effect after December 31, 2025, potentially impacting import costs for some products.
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. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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