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Increasing American Jobs Through Greater United States Exports to Africa and Latin America Act of 2025
3/27/2025, 1:53 AM
Summary of Bill S 816
Specifically, the bill calls for the development of a comprehensive strategy to promote US exports to Africa and Latin America, including increased trade missions, trade promotion activities, and support for small and medium-sized businesses looking to enter these markets. The goal is to create new opportunities for American workers and businesses by tapping into the potential of these rapidly growing economies.
In addition to promoting exports, the bill also includes measures to strengthen economic ties with countries in Africa and Latin America, such as promoting investment and cooperation in key industries. By fostering closer economic relationships with these regions, the bill aims to create a more stable and prosperous global economy that benefits both the United States and its trading partners. Overall, Bill 119 s 816 seeks to leverage the economic potential of Africa and Latin America to create new job opportunities for American workers and businesses. By increasing exports to these regions and strengthening economic ties, the bill aims to support long-term economic growth and prosperity for the United States.
Congressional Summary of S 816
Increasing American Jobs Through Greater United States Exports to Africa and Latin America Act of 2025
This bill requires the President to establish a comprehensive U.S. strategy and a standardized training plan to increase U.S. exports to Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
Specifically, the bill directs the President to establish and submit to Congress a comprehensive U.S. strategy for public and private investment, trade, and development in Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The strategy shall focus on increasing exports of U.S. goods and services to Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean by at least 200% in real dollar value within 10 years.
Additionally, the bill directs the President to develop a plan for standardized training of (1) U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service officers, and (2) economic officers of the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development.
The bill also directs the Department of Commerce to (1) designate a Special Africa Export Strategy Coordinator, and (2) designate a Special Latin America and the Caribbean Export Strategy Coordinator. These coordinators shall oversee the development and implementation of the strategy to increase U.S. exports to Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
