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Anti-BDS Labeling Act

10/4/2024, 8:07 PM

Summary of Bill HR 5179

The Anti-BDS Labeling Act, introduced in the 118th Congress as H.R. 5179 on August 8, 2023, aims to address issues related to the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions movement. The bill likely includes provisions requiring specific labeling for products originating from entities or countries targeted by the BDS movement, with potential directives for enforcement mechanisms to ensure compliance with these labeling requirements. For more detailed information, the official text of the bill can be accessed through the provided links to the PDF version.

Congressional Summary of HR 5179

Anti-BDS Labeling Act

This bill provides statutory authority for the continuation of U.S. policy related to country of origin marking for imported goods that are produced in the West Bank or Gaza. Currently, such goods must carry specified markings that indicate their origin. Further, the bill prohibits the use of any funds made available to the Department of State or to U.S. Customs and Border Protection to rescind or change this policy.

Current Status of Bill HR 5179

Bill HR 5179 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since September 19, 2024. Bill HR 5179 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on August 8, 2023.  Bill HR 5179's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of September 19, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5179

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
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 5179

Primary Policy Focus

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Consumer affairs
- Customs enforcement
- Department of Homeland Security
- Gaza Strip
- West Bank

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5179

Anti-BDS Labeling Act
Anti-BDS Labeling Act
Anti-BDS Labeling Act
Anti-BDS Labeling Act
Anti-BDS Labeling Act
To require the maintenance of the country of origin markings for imported goods produced in the West Bank or Gaza, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Rayna Link

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1 year ago

I think the US HR Bill 5179 is a total mess! It's like they're trying to silence people who support BDS. I mean, come on, everyone has the right to boycott and protest however they want. This bill is just gonna cause more division and controversy. Plus, it's a waste of time and resources that could be used for more important issues. I hope this bill doesn't pass because it's just gonna make things worse. #NoToHR5179 #SupportBDS #FreedomOfSpeech

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5179

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