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A bill to require increased duties for goods and services imported from countries that import crude oil or petroleum products produced in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
7/25/2024, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 4761
Bill 118 s 4761, also known as the "Increased Duties on Goods from Iran Act," is a proposed piece of legislation in the US Congress. The main objective of this bill is to impose higher duties on goods and services that are imported from countries that import crude oil or petroleum products from the Islamic Republic of Iran.
The bill aims to put pressure on countries that rely on Iran for their oil and petroleum needs by increasing the costs of importing goods and services from these countries. By doing so, the bill seeks to discourage countries from doing business with Iran and supporting its oil industry.
If passed, this bill would require the US government to impose higher duties on imports from countries that have significant trade relationships with Iran in the oil and petroleum sector. This would likely result in increased costs for consumers in the US who purchase goods and services from these countries. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to take a strong stance against Iran and its support for terrorism and destabilizing activities in the region. They believe that by increasing duties on goods from countries that support Iran's oil industry, the US can put economic pressure on Iran and its allies. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it could lead to higher prices for consumers in the US and potentially harm trade relationships with other countries. They also raise concerns about the potential impact on global oil markets and the stability of the region. Overall, Bill 118 s 4761 is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to increase duties on goods and services imported from countries that import crude oil or petroleum products from Iran. Its ultimate impact on US trade relationships and the global oil market remains to be seen.
The bill aims to put pressure on countries that rely on Iran for their oil and petroleum needs by increasing the costs of importing goods and services from these countries. By doing so, the bill seeks to discourage countries from doing business with Iran and supporting its oil industry.
If passed, this bill would require the US government to impose higher duties on imports from countries that have significant trade relationships with Iran in the oil and petroleum sector. This would likely result in increased costs for consumers in the US who purchase goods and services from these countries. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to take a strong stance against Iran and its support for terrorism and destabilizing activities in the region. They believe that by increasing duties on goods from countries that support Iran's oil industry, the US can put economic pressure on Iran and its allies. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it could lead to higher prices for consumers in the US and potentially harm trade relationships with other countries. They also raise concerns about the potential impact on global oil markets and the stability of the region. Overall, Bill 118 s 4761 is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to increase duties on goods and services imported from countries that import crude oil or petroleum products from Iran. Its ultimate impact on US trade relationships and the global oil market remains to be seen.
Current Status of Bill S 4761
Bill S 4761 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 24, 2024. Bill S 4761 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 24, 2024.  Bill S 4761's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of July 24, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4761
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4761
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4761
A bill to require increased duties for goods and services imported from countries that import crude oil or petroleum products produced in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
A bill to require increased duties for goods and services imported from countries that import crude oil or petroleum products produced in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
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