Andean Trade Promotion and Drug Eradication Act

Hozzl · 2022-02-03T05:01:14Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 2485 Andean Trade Promotion and Drug Eradication Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Foreign Trade and International Finance. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/3/2022, 5:01 AM

Congressional Summary of S 2485

Andean Trade Promotion and Drug Eradication Act - Amends the Andean Trade Preference Act to authorize the President to grant duty-free treatment to certain non-import-sensitive articles imported into the United States from Andean Trade Preference Expansion Act (ATPEA) beneficiary countries (Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, and Peru) designated under such Act. Extends, through December 31, 2006, treatment free of any duties, quantitative restrictions, limitations, or consultation levels to certain apparel articles imported into the United States from ATPEA beneficiary countries. Sets forth penalties for exporters and countries that have engaged in transshipment (preferential treatment claimed for an apparel on the basis of material false information concerning country of origin or manufacture) with respect to such articles from an ATPEA beneficiary country.

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Current Status of Bill S 2485

Bill S 2485 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 8, 2002. Bill S 2485 was introduced during Congress 107 and was introduced to the Senate on May 8, 2002. Bill S 2485's most recent activity was Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 367. as of May 9, 2002

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2485

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2485

Primary Policy Focus

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Potential Impact Areas

Arts, Culture, ReligionBoliviaClocks and watchesClothing industryColombiaCommerceCongressCongressional oversightCongressional reporting requirementsCrime and Law EnforcementCustoms administrationDrug abuseDrug law enforcementDrug trafficEcuadorEnergyExportsFree tradeHandicraftImport restrictionsIntellectual propertyInternational AffairsLatin AmericaLeather industryPeruPetroleumShoe industryTariffTariff preferencesTextile fabricsTrade agreementsTrade negotiations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2485

Andean Trade Promotion and Drug Eradication ActFast Track Trade Authority bill Andean Trade Promotion and Drug Eradication ActA bill entitled the "Andean Trade Promotion and Drug Eradication Act."

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