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U.S. Citrus Protection Act

12/21/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2536

Bill 118 hr 2536, also known as the U.S. Citrus Protection Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to provide protection and support for the citrus industry in the United States.

The bill includes provisions for funding research and development of new technologies to combat citrus diseases and pests that threaten the industry. It also aims to improve coordination between federal, state, and local agencies in order to better address these challenges.

Additionally, the U.S. Citrus Protection Act seeks to enhance market access for U.S. citrus products both domestically and internationally. This includes efforts to reduce trade barriers and promote the export of American citrus products to new markets. Overall, the U.S. Citrus Protection Act is designed to strengthen and support the citrus industry in the United States, ensuring its continued success and sustainability in the face of various threats and challenges.

Congressional Summary of HR 2536

U.S. Citrus Protection Act

This bill prohibits importing commercially produced fresh citrus fruit originating in China.

Current Status of Bill HR 2536

Bill HR 2536 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 6, 2023. Bill HR 2536 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 6, 2023.  Bill HR 2536's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2536

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2536

Primary Policy Focus

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2536

U.S. Citrus Protection Act
U.S. Citrus Protection Act
To prohibit importation of commercially produced fresh citrus fruit originating from the People's Republic of China.

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