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U.S. Trade Leadership in the Indo-Pacific and China Act

12/30/2022, 3:04 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6114

Bill 117 hr 6114, also known as the U.S. Trade Leadership in the Indo-Pacific and China Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The main goal of this bill is to enhance America's trade relationships with countries in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly in response to China's growing influence in the area.

The bill includes provisions aimed at promoting economic growth and job creation in the United States by expanding trade opportunities in the Indo-Pacific region. It also seeks to strengthen partnerships with key allies in the region to counter China's economic and strategic ambitions.

Specifically, the U.S. Trade Leadership in the Indo-Pacific and China Act calls for the development of a comprehensive strategy to promote U.S. trade and investment in the region. This strategy would include measures to address trade barriers, promote fair competition, and protect intellectual property rights. Additionally, the bill calls for increased engagement with regional organizations and forums to advance U.S. interests in the Indo-Pacific. It also emphasizes the importance of promoting human rights, labor rights, and environmental protections in trade agreements with countries in the region. Overall, the U.S. Trade Leadership in the Indo-Pacific and China Act aims to strengthen America's economic and strategic position in the Indo-Pacific region in response to China's growing influence. It seeks to promote U.S. interests, values, and partnerships in the region through enhanced trade and investment opportunities.

Congressional Summary of HR 6114

U.S. Trade Leadership in the Indo-Pacific and China Act

This bill requires the U.S. Trade Representative to annually report on the economic and trade relationship between the United States and China, including a comprehensive review of the current tariffs in place against China.

Current Status of Bill HR 6114

Bill HR 6114 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 1, 2021. Bill HR 6114 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 1, 2021.  Bill HR 6114's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of December 1, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6114

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
16
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
14
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6114

Primary Policy Focus

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Potential Impact Areas

- Agricultural trade
- Air quality
- Asia
- China
- Climate change and greenhouse gases
- Competitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficits
- Computers and information technology
- Congressional oversight
- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
- Economic performance and conditions
- Employment discrimination and employee rights
- Energy storage, supplies, demand
- Foreign and international corporations
- Free trade and trade barriers
- Genetics
- Government studies and investigations
- Health technology, devices, supplies
- Intellectual property
- Internet and video services
- Internet, web applications, social media
- Labor standards
- Manufacturing
- Public contracts and procurement
- Tariffs
- Trade agreements and negotiations
- Travel and tourism
- U.S. and foreign investments

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6114

U.S. Trade Leadership in the Indo-Pacific and China Act
U.S. Trade Leadership in the Indo-Pacific and China Act
To promote United States trade leadership in the Indo-Pacific region and to require a report on the long-term economic and trade relationship between the United States and the People's Republic of China.

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