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Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025

3/17/2025, 12:53 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1625

Bill 119 hr 1625, also known as the "Haiti Economic Lift Program Act of 2021," aims to extend duty-free treatment for imports from Haiti under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act. This legislation is designed to support economic development and job creation in Haiti by allowing certain goods to enter the United States without being subject to tariffs.

The bill also includes provisions to strengthen accountability and transparency in the trade relationship between the US and Haiti. It requires the US Trade Representative to report to Congress on the impact of the duty-free treatment on both countries, as well as on efforts to combat corruption and improve labor standards in Haiti.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to promote investment in Haiti, such as providing technical assistance to Haitian businesses and encouraging US companies to invest in the country. It also aims to support the development of Haiti's agricultural sector by promoting sustainable farming practices and increasing access to markets for Haitian agricultural products. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1625 seeks to build on the success of the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act and further strengthen the economic partnership between the US and Haiti. By extending duty-free treatment for Haitian imports and promoting investment and development in Haiti, this legislation aims to support economic growth and stability in the region.

Congressional Summary of HR 1625

Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2025

This bill extends through FY2035 the special duty-free rules for Haiti. It also extends the duty-free treatment provided for certain apparel products assembled in and imported from Haiti.

The bill directs the President to proclaim such modifications to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) that may be necessary to restore preferential treatment to articles that became ineligible for such treatment due to prior revisions to the HTS.

Current Status of Bill HR 1625

Bill HR 1625 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 26, 2025. Bill HR 1625 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 26, 2025.  Bill HR 1625's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of February 26, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1625

Total Number of Sponsors
7
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
7
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
57
Democrat Cosponsors
30
Republican Cosponsors
27
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1625

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1625

To extend duty-free treatment provided with respect to imports from Haiti under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act, and for other purposes.
To extend duty-free treatment provided with respect to imports from Haiti under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Dana Barker

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8 months ago

I'm so sad about this new bill for Haiti. It's gonna make things even harder for us. I don't know how we're gonna get through this.