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TPA Act

12/29/2022, 11:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7599

Bill 117 hr 7599, also known as the Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The TPA Act aims to give the President of the United States the authority to negotiate international trade agreements on behalf of the country.

The bill outlines the specific procedures and requirements that the President must follow when negotiating these agreements, including consulting with Congress throughout the process and providing regular updates on the status of negotiations. The TPA Act also sets out guidelines for Congress to consider when reviewing and approving these trade agreements.

Proponents of the TPA Act argue that it will streamline the process of negotiating trade agreements and make it easier for the US to enter into beneficial trade deals with other countries. They believe that giving the President the authority to negotiate these agreements will help to promote economic growth and create new opportunities for American businesses. Opponents of the TPA Act, however, have raised concerns about the potential impact of these trade agreements on American workers and industries. They worry that the bill could lead to the outsourcing of jobs and the erosion of labor and environmental standards. Overall, the TPA Act is a complex piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and interest groups. Its ultimate impact on the US economy and international trade relations remains to be seen as it continues to be discussed and potentially amended in Congress.

Congressional Summary of HR 7599

Traditional Passport Act or the TPA Act

This bill requires the Department of State to only permit passport applicants to select male or female as a gender designation.

Current Status of Bill HR 7599

Bill HR 7599 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 27, 2022. Bill HR 7599 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 27, 2022.  Bill HR 7599's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of April 27, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7599

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7599

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7599

TPA Act
TPA Act
Traditional Passport Act
To prohibit the issuance of a passport with any gender designation other than "male" and "female", and for other purposes.

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