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New Tariff Rules: Increased Congressional Oversight on Imports.

This act introduces new rules for imposing duties on goods imported into the U.S. The President will now have to notify Congress of any new duties, and Congress will gain the power to approve or disapprove them. This means more oversight on how tariffs affect product prices and the availability of goods for citizens.
Key points
The President must notify Congress within 48 hours of imposing or increasing a duty, explaining the reasons and assessing the impact on businesses and consumers.
Duties will remain in effect for a maximum of 60 days unless approved by Congress.
Congress can disapprove a duty at any time, causing it to cease immediately.
The act does not apply to anti-dumping and countervailing duties, which follow different rules.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1272
Sponsor: Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA]
Process start date: 2025-04-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Trade Review Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1272.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-04-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The President must notify Congress within 48 hours of imposing or increasing a duty, explaining the reasons and assessing the impact on businesses and consumers.
  • Duties will remain in effect for a maximum of 60 days unless approved by Congress.
  • Congress can disapprove a duty at any time, causing it to cease immediately.
  • The act does not apply to anti-dumping and countervailing duties, which follow different rules.
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 Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA].

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 2025-12-23.

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Economy