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Prevent Tariff Abuse Act (HR)

Original title: Prevent Tariff Abuse Act

January 15, 2025

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Where This Stands

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Last action
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.Jan 15, 2025
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Version history

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The Frame

What this does

This bill is in the initial referral stage and currently has no impact on trade policy, tariff rates, or consumer costs until it is debated and voted upon by the assigned committees.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Committee on Foreign Affairs

The committee is responsible for reviewing the bill's provisions related to foreign policy.

Committee on Ways and Means

The committee is responsible for reviewing the bill's provisions related to trade and taxation.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

The Prevent Tariff Abuse Act is a proposed federal bill currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It has been referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the House Committee on Ways and Means for review.

Key Facts

  • The bill is titled the 'Prevent Tariff Abuse Act'.
  • The bill is classified as an HR (House of Representatives) bill.
  • The bill has been referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs.
  • The bill has been referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.
  • The Speaker of the House will determine the duration for committee consideration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Has this bill become law?
No, the bill is currently in the committee referral stage, which is the beginning of the legislative process.
What happens next for this bill?
The bill must be reviewed and potentially amended by the Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Committee on Ways and Means before it can be considered by the full House of Representatives.

Why It Matters

This bill is in the initial referral stage and currently has no impact on trade policy, tariff rates, or consumer costs until it is debated and voted upon by the assigned committees.

News Coverage

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Lobbying Activity

Protect Democracy United (formerly known as UNITED TO PROTECT DEMOCRACY)

$70,000

2025

GOVERNMENT ISSUES

In support of the No Political Enemies Act to prevent executive punishing of individuals or organizations for constitutionally protected speech, belies, viewpoints, or political participation. In support of exploring enhanced reporting requirements to the Defense Production Act in the NDAA and tariff issuance to prevent executive abuse. In opposition to FCCs retaliatory agenda by advocating for meaningful First Amendment limits on its ability to punish news organizations for the content they air or the editorial decisions they make. In consideration of the Empowering SPEECH Act which primarily aims to protect First Amendment rights and related freedoms on college campuses In support of reforms that strengthening the independence of the Judge Advocate General Corps through reforms of notification to Congress on before their termination. In opposition to arbitrary deployments of National Guard members to American cities. In support of the Protecting Our Democracy Act to address abuses of presidential power, election security and integrity, and improving the system of checks and balances. In opposition to requiring documentary proof of citizenship through the U.S. Election Assistance Commission. In support of increasing federal election security funding. In support of maintaining the constitutional separation of powers ensuring that Congress has the power of the purse.

Protect Democracy United (formerly known as UNITED TO PROTECT DEMOCRACY)

$70,000

2025

GOVERNMENT ISSUES

In support of increasing federal election security funding. In opposition to DC Home Rule Act being used for the extended federal takeover of the DC police. In support of a resolution ending the declared emergency in D.C. In opposition to arbitrary deployments of National Guard members to American cities. In support of the No Political Enemies Act to prevent executive punishing of individuals or organization for constitutionally protected speech, belies, viewpoints, or political participation. In support of the Protecting Our Democracy Act to address abuses of presidential power, election security and integrity, and improving the system of checks and balances. In support of reforms to the National Emergencies Act to prevent executive abuse. In support of exploring enhanced reporting requirements to the Defense Production Act and tariff issuance to prevent executive abuse.

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Discoveries

Patterns POLISCOPE noticed across the record. These are observations to investigate, not conclusions.

policy shift90% confidence

Early Legislative Referral

The bill was simultaneously referred to two major committees, indicating the legislation likely touches on both international relations and tax/trade jurisdiction.

Connected Entities

organizationCommittee on Ways and MeansHouse committee assigned to review the bill.Map →
organizationCommittee on Foreign AffairsHouse committee assigned to review the bill.Map →

Analysis Score

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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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  • Buzz20
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