Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Commerce relating to "Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord With Presidential Proclamation 10414".

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Summary of Bill HJRES 39

Bill 118 hjres 39, also known as the Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Commerce relating to "Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord With Presidential Proclamation 10414", is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to reject a rule proposed by the Department of Commerce that pertains to the procedures for the suspension of liquidation, duties, and estimated duties in accordance with Presidential Proclamation 10414.

The rule in question outlines the specific procedures that must be followed when suspending liquidation, duties, and estimated duties in response to Presidential Proclamation 10414. This proclamation, issued by the President, likely pertains to trade policies and tariffs that impact the importation of goods into the United States.

If passed, Bill 118 hjres 39 would disapprove of the Department of Commerce's proposed rule, indicating that Congress does not support the outlined procedures for the suspension of liquidation, duties, and estimated duties in relation to Presidential Proclamation 10414. This rejection could potentially lead to further discussions and revisions regarding the procedures outlined in the rule. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 39 is a significant piece of legislation that addresses the procedures for the suspension of liquidation, duties, and estimated duties in response to Presidential Proclamation 10414. Its passage or rejection could have implications for trade policies and tariffs affecting the importation of goods into the United States.

Congressional Summary of HJRES 39

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule submitted by the Department of Commerce titled Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord With Presidential Proclamation 10414 and published on September 16, 2022. The rule allows for the suspension of duties on certain crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells and modules (i.e., solar panels) that are completed in Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, or Vietnam using parts and components manufactured in China that are not already subject to an antidumping or countervailing duty order.

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Current Status of Bill HJRES 39

Bill HJRES 39 is currently in the status of Failed to pass over veto since May 24, 2023. Bill HJRES 39 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 7, 2023. Bill HJRES 39's most recent activity was The Chair directed the Clerk to notify the Senate of the action of the House. as of May 24, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 39

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 39

Primary Policy Focus

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures

- Alternative and renewable resources

- Asia

- Cambodia

- China

- Competitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficits

- Department of Commerce

- Malaysia

- Tariffs

- Thailand

- Vietnam

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 39

Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Commerce relating to "Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord With Presidential Proclamation 10414".