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True Reciprocity Act of 2023

3/14/2024, 4:02 AM

Summary of Bill S 3040

Bill 118 s 3040, also known as the True Reciprocity Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to establish a system of true reciprocity between the United States and other countries when it comes to trade agreements.

The bill outlines a set of guidelines and requirements that must be met in order for a trade agreement to be considered reciprocal. These requirements include ensuring that both parties have equal access to each other's markets, that tariffs and other trade barriers are eliminated or reduced in a fair and balanced manner, and that both parties agree to abide by the terms of the agreement in good faith.

Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of a mechanism for resolving disputes that may arise between the parties involved in a trade agreement. This mechanism would be designed to ensure that any disputes are resolved in a timely and fair manner, and that both parties are held accountable for their actions. Overall, the True Reciprocity Act of 2023 aims to promote fair and balanced trade agreements between the United States and other countries, and to ensure that American businesses and workers are able to compete on a level playing field in the global marketplace.

Congressional Summary of S 3040

True Reciprocity Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of State to submit to Congress (1) a report comparing the manner in which the United States and China treat one another's diplomats and other officials, journalists, businesses, and nongovernmental associations; and (2) a strategy for addressing imbalances in such treatment.

Current Status of Bill S 3040

Bill S 3040 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 16, 2023. Bill S 3040 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on October 16, 2023.  Bill S 3040's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of October 16, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3040

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3040

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3040

True Reciprocity Act of 2023
True Reciprocity Act of 2023
A bill to establish the principle of reciprocity in the relationship between the United States and the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.

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