Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SB5564

Caption

A bill to increase the rate of duty on garlic originating from the People's Republic of China.

Impact

If enacted, SB5564 would have a considerable impact on trade relations with China, especially concerning agricultural products. The proposed legislation reflects a growing trend in U.S. trade policy focusing on domestic production and the protection of local industries from foreign competition. The increase in tariffs aims to level the playing field for U.S. garlic farmers, facilitating stronger sales and potentially more favorable market conditions domestically. The bill also plans to create a trust fund financed by the new tariff revenues to support agricultural programs benefitting domestic garlic producers.

Summary

SB5564, titled the 'Stop Eating Waste And Guarantee Excellence for Garlic Assurance and Regulatory Legislation to Inhibit Chinese Imports Tariff Act of 2024', seeks to increase the duty on garlic imported from the People’s Republic of China to $100 per kilogram. This bill is part of a broader initiative to protect domestic garlic producers by imposing significant tariffs on foreign garlic, perceived to be of lower quality. By implementing these tariffs, the bill aims to discourage imports of garlic from China, which some argue has been affecting the market by driving prices down for domestic growers.

Contention

The bill is not without controversy, as debates surrounding it highlight various economic and political opinions. Supporters argue that it’s essential for sustaining local agriculture and protecting American jobs; conversely, opponents raise concerns about the potential repercussions on consumer prices and the broader implications for U.S.-China trade relations. Critics also argue that high tariffs may lead to retaliation from China and could hurt American consumers through increased costs for garlic products. Advocacy groups are likely to address how these tariffs could disrupt existing supply chains and negatively impact culinary diversity.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US SB206

Restoring Trade Fairness ActThis bill establishes various trade measures related to China, including by revoking China's permanent normal trade relations (PNTR) status and increasing the rates of duty (i.e., tariffs) on Chinese imported goods. The bill prohibits imported goods originating from North Korea, China, Russia, or Iran from receiving de minimis treatment. (Current law allows for U.S. imports under a de minimis threshold of $800 per shipment to enter free of tariffs, fees, and taxes.)Specifically, the bill revokes China's PNTR status. Currently, China's PNTR status allows for Chinese goods to have duty rates set forth in column 1 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS). With the removal of China's PNTR status, the bill generally sets the applicable duty rates on imported Chinese goods at the higher rates listed in column 2 of the HTS, with exceptions.The bill establishes a minimum duty rate of 35% for all Chinese goods, which requires column 2 rates to be at least 35%. However, the bill establishes a minimum duty rate of 100% for a list of specified goods (e.g., various minerals, certain vaccines and drugs, and certain defense-related articles). Duty rates are phased in over five years and adjusted annually for inflation.The bill alsoauthorizes the President to take additional actions related to trade with China, requires merchandise imported from China to be appraised based on U.S. value, and establishes a trust fund to compensate U.S. producers for lost revenue resulting from retaliatory actions by China.

US HB694

Restoring Trade Fairness ActThis bill establishes various trade measures related to China, including by revoking China's permanent normal trade relations (PNTR) status and increasing the rates of duty (i.e., tariffs) on Chinese imported goods. The bill prohibits imported goods originating from North Korea, China, Russia, or Iran from receiving de minimis treatment. (Current law allows for U.S. imports under a de minimis threshold of $800 per shipment to enter free of tariffs, fees, and taxes.)Specifically, the bill revokes China's PNTR status. Currently, China's PNTR status allows for Chinese goods to have duty rates set forth in column 1 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS). With the removal of China's PNTR status, the bill generally sets the applicable duty rates on imported Chinese goods at the higher rates listed in column 2 of the HTS, with exceptions.The bill establishes a minimum duty rate of 35% for all Chinese goods, which requires column 2 rates to be at least 35%. However, the bill establishes a minimum duty rate of 100% for a list of specified goods (e.g., various minerals, certain vaccines and drugs, and certain defense-related articles). Duty rates are phased in over five years and adjusted annually for inflation.The bill alsoauthorizes the President to take additional actions related to trade with China, requires merchandise imported from China to be appraised based on U.S. value, and establishes a trust fund to compensate U.S. producers for lost revenue resulting from retaliatory actions by China.

US HB10537

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Similar Bills

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