Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR268

Introduced
3/30/23  

Caption

Expressing strong opposition to the imposition of digital services taxes by other countries that discriminate against United States companies.

Impact

The bill asserts that DSTs violate existing international income tax and trade agreements, potentially harming U.S. businesses. HR268 calls for the U.S. Trade Representative to resume investigations into DSTs that were previously suspended and to expand these investigations to protect American interests. It emphasizes the need for U.S. governmental agencies to use all possible methods to shield U.S. companies from the discriminatory implications of such taxes, potentially influencing international trade relations and tax policies.

Summary

House Resolution 268 expresses strong opposition to the imposition of digital services taxes (DSTs) by foreign countries that are deemed to discriminate against United States companies. The resolution details the context of DSTs, highlighting that these taxes are levied on companies providing digital services without requiring a physical presence in the country where the services are used. Such taxation practices have raised significant concerns regarding the fairness and competitive stance of U.S. companies in international markets.

Contention

Key points of contention within the discourse surrounding HR268 include concerns from various stakeholders regarding the implications of these taxes on global competitiveness. Proponents of HR268 argue that DSTs create an uneven playing field for American businesses, while opponents might raise issues about global tax equity and the impact on domestic tax policies. The resolution also reflects broader debates about how global digital economies should be regulated and taxed, requiring careful consideration as negotiations and investigations proceed.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HR270

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should negotiate strong, inclusive, and forward-looking rules on digital trade and the digital economy with like-minded countries as part of its broader trade and economic strategy in order to ensure American values of democracy, rule of law, freedom of speech, human and worker rights, privacy, and a free and open internet are at the very core of digital governance.

US SR155

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States should negotiate strong, inclusive, and forward-looking rules on digital trade and the digital economy with like-minded countries as part of its broader trade and economic strategy in order to ensure that the United States values of democracy, rule of law, freedom of speech, human and worker rights, privacy, and a free and open internet are at the very core of digital governance.

US HR607

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the majority of NATO member countries have failed to meet their defense spending commitment and that the United States should not continue to subsidize the security of countries that choose not to invest in their own defense.

US HR234

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives relating to the commemoration of the 190th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and the Kingdom of Thailand.

US HR481

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that BridgeUSA exchange programs are vital to the economy and national interests of the United States, and that Congress should prioritize robust support to ensure equitable opportunities for Americans and people from other countries.

US HR68

Expressing strong disapproval of the President's announcement to withdraw the United States from the Paris Agreement.

US HR182

Expressing support for America's Black workers and affirming the need to pass legislation to reduce inequalities and discrimination in the workforce.

US HR561

Expressing opposition to the use of State power against people in the United States seeking essential health care, including criminalization of the full range of sexual and reproductive health care such as abortion, gender-affirming care, and contraceptive care, and disapproving of State punishment of people for their pregnancy outcomes.

US SR273

A resolution promoting stronger economic relations between the United States, Canada, and countries in Latin America and the Caribbean.

US HR667

Expressing support for the designation of August as National Black Business Month and to honor the contributions of Black-owned businesses across the United States.

Similar Bills

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