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United States-Uruguay Economic Partnership Act

12/19/2024, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6875

Bill 118 hr 6875, also known as the United States-Uruguay Economic Partnership Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a framework for economic cooperation between the United States and Uruguay.

The bill outlines various provisions aimed at promoting trade and investment between the two countries. It includes measures to reduce barriers to trade, improve market access, and enhance cooperation in areas such as intellectual property rights and labor standards.

Additionally, the bill seeks to strengthen economic ties between the United States and Uruguay by promoting collaboration in areas such as technology transfer, research and development, and environmental protection. Overall, the United States-Uruguay Economic Partnership Act aims to foster economic growth and development in both countries through increased cooperation and collaboration. It is currently being considered by Congress and may be subject to amendments before being voted on.

Current Status of Bill HR 6875

Bill HR 6875 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 19, 2023. Bill HR 6875 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on December 19, 2023.  Bill HR 6875's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6875

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6875

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6875

United States-Uruguay Economic Partnership Act
United States-Uruguay Economic Partnership Act
To amend the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act to make Uruguay eligible for designation as a beneficiary country under that Act, to include Uruguay in the list of foreign states whose nationals are eligible for admission into the United States as E1 and E2 nonimmigrants if nationals of the United States are treated similarly by the Government of Uruguay, and to require a report on the eligibility of Uruguay for the visa waiver program, and for other purposes.

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