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To impose additional duties on imports of goods into the United States.
2/13/2025, 5:18 AM
Summary of Bill HR 505
If passed, this legislation would require importers to pay higher duties on certain goods entering the country. The goal of the bill is to protect American industries from unfair competition and to promote domestic manufacturing.
Supporters of the bill argue that imposing additional duties on imports will help level the playing field for American businesses and create more jobs in the United States. They believe that this measure will also help reduce the trade deficit and strengthen the economy. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it could lead to higher prices for consumers and hurt international trade relations. They believe that imposing additional duties on imports could spark retaliatory measures from other countries, leading to a trade war that could harm the global economy. Overall, Bill 119 HR 505 is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and stakeholders. Its fate remains uncertain as it continues to make its way through the legislative process.
Congressional Summary of HR 505
This bill directs the President to impose additional duties (i.e., tariffs) on all imports entering the United States.
Specifically, the President must impose an additional 10% duty on all imports entering the United States.
Additionally, the bill directs the President to increase this duty on imported goods by an additional 5% if the United States has a deficit in the trade of goods and services generally for the immediately preceding calendar year. If the United States has a balance or surplus in the trade of goods and services, then the President must decrease the duty by 5% (except the imposed duty shall not be reduced below $0).
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2Republican Sponsors
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Comments

Darren Briggs
10 months ago
This bill sucks big time. It's gonna hurt my wallet in the long run.

Kamden Barker
10 months ago
I think this bill is gonna make things better for us here in the US. I mean, we gotta protect our own economy, right? So if this bill helps with that, then I'm all for it. I just hope it doesn't end up costing us too much in the long run. But hey, we'll see how it goes. #USA #economy #importduties
