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Import Taxes: Congress Must Approve New Duties

This bill requires the President to obtain Congressional approval before imposing new duties on goods imported into the United States. This means any changes in the prices of imported products, which could affect your daily purchases, would first need to be approved by your representatives in Congress. The aim is to increase citizen oversight of decisions impacting their finances.
Key points
The President will not be able to unilaterally impose new duties on imported goods; Congressional approval will be required.
Changes in prices of imported products, such as electronics or clothing, will need Congressional approval, potentially affecting your spending.
The bill aims to ensure that tariff decisions, which impact the economy and prices, are made with greater input from citizens' representatives.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1293
Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]
Process start date: 2025-04-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Taxation Without Representation Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1293.

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 will not be able to unilaterally impose new duties on imported goods; Congressional approval will be required.
  • Changes in prices of imported products, such as electronics or clothing, will need Congressional approval, potentially affecting your spending.
  • The bill aims to ensure that tariff decisions, which impact the economy and prices, are made with greater input from citizens' representatives.
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. Paul, Rand [R-KY].

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.

CATEGORIES

Economy Taxes