Pink Tariffs Study Act

Hozzl · 2024-12-19T09:05:40Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7927 Pink Tariffs Study Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Foreign Trade and International Finance. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/19/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7927

Bill 118 hr 7927, also known as the Pink Tariffs Study Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to conduct a study on the impact of tariffs on products primarily marketed towards women, also known as "pink tariffs."

The bill calls for the study to be conducted by the International Trade Commission, which will analyze the effects of tariffs on products such as clothing, cosmetics, and other goods that are commonly marketed towards women. The study will examine how these tariffs impact the cost of these products for consumers, as well as the overall competitiveness of businesses that produce and sell these goods.

The findings of the study will be reported to Congress and the public, providing valuable information on the potential economic implications of tariffs on products marketed towards women. This information will help policymakers make informed decisions on trade policy and potentially lead to changes in tariff regulations to benefit consumers and businesses in this sector. Overall, the Pink Tariffs Study Act aims to shed light on the impact of tariffs on products marketed towards women and provide valuable insights for policymakers and the public.

Congressional Summary of HR 7927

Pink Tariffs Study Act

This bill requires the Department of the Treasury to study and report to Congress on whether the U.S. tariff system is regressive (e.g., tariffs are higher on mass-market consumer goods compared to analogous luxury goods) or demonstrates a gender bias (e.g., tariffs are higher on women's clothing compared to men's clothing).

For this study and report, Treasury must (1) coordinate with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and (2) consult with the U.S. International Trade Commission and the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7927

Bill HR 7927 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 10, 2024. Bill HR 7927 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 10, 2024. Bill HR 7927's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7927

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7927

Primary Policy Focus

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7927

Pink Tariffs Study Act

To require a study on the manner and extent to which the tariff rates assessed by the United States on imports are regressive or demonstrate a gender bias, and for other purposes.