To provide an enforcement of remedies against the extraterritorial taxes and discriminatory taxes of foreign countries.

1/22/2025, 9:20 AM
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 119 HR 591, also known as the "Enforcement of Remedies Against Extraterritorial Taxes and Discriminatory Taxes Act," aims to address the issue of foreign countries imposing unfair taxes on American businesses operating overseas. The bill seeks to provide a mechanism for the United States to enforce remedies against these extraterritorial and discriminatory taxes.

The bill outlines that if a foreign country imposes taxes on American businesses that are deemed to be extraterritorial or discriminatory in nature, the US government can take action to protect the interests of American companies. This could include imposing tariffs or other trade restrictions on the offending country.

The bill also establishes a process for American businesses to seek relief from these unfair taxes through the US government. This process would involve filing a complaint with the appropriate authorities and providing evidence of the extraterritorial or discriminatory nature of the taxes. Overall, Bill 119 HR 591 aims to protect American businesses from unfair taxation practices by foreign countries and provide a mechanism for the US government to enforce remedies against these practices. It is designed to ensure a level playing field for American companies operating overseas and promote fair and equitable trade practices.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 591

Introduced on
2025-01-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 119 HR 591, also known as the "Enforcement of Remedies Against Extraterritorial Taxes and Discriminatory Taxes Act," aims to address the issue of foreign countries imposing unfair taxes on American businesses operating overseas. The bill seeks to provide a mechanism for the United States to enforce remedies against these extraterritorial and discriminatory taxes.

The bill outlines that if a foreign country imposes taxes on American businesses that are deemed to be extraterritorial or discriminatory in nature, the US government can take action to protect the interests of American companies. This could include imposing tariffs or other trade restrictions on the offending country.

The bill also establishes a process for American businesses to seek relief from these unfair taxes through the US government. This process would involve filing a complaint with the appropriate authorities and providing evidence of the extraterritorial or discriminatory nature of the taxes. Overall, Bill 119 HR 591 aims to protect American businesses from unfair taxation practices by foreign countries and provide a mechanism for the US government to enforce remedies against these practices. It is designed to ensure a level playing field for American companies operating overseas and promote fair and equitable trade practices.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo provide an enforcement of remedies against the extraterritorial taxes and discriminatory taxes of foreign countries.

Comments

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Azalea Parks
@sharena_sol_macallan_azuki_bean88395
I don't really get this bill about foreign taxes and stuff. Sounds like a bunch of bureaucratic nonsense to me. How is this gonna help us regular folks in MN? Seems like a waste of time and money if you ask me. #confused 🤷‍♀️

Recent Activity

Latest Action1/21/2025
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdic...