What does TRADE-RELATED CRIMES DEFINED. of Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2025 do?

This section defines trade-related crimes Trade-related crimes involve evasion of duties, tariffs, and fees Crimes include import and export restrictions and requirements

What does ESTABLISHMENT OF NEW STRUCTURE TO PROSECUTE INTERNATIONAL TRADE of Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2025 do?

This section establishes a task force or similar structure within the Criminal Division of the Department of Justice to investigate and prosecute trade-related crimes. The task force must be established within 120 days after appropriations are made available to carry out the Act. A supervisory criminal trial attorney will coordinate the task force, selected by the Assistant Attorney General of the Criminal Division or a designated official. The Attorney General is required to create new positions for criminal trial attorneys and support personnel within the Criminal Division. The Attorney General must ensure experienced and technically qualified prosecutors support the effort. The Attorney General will promote interaction with law enforcement, industry representatives, and the public regarding trade-related crimes.

What does DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS OF NEW TRADE CRIMES STRUCTURE. of Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2025 do?

The Attorney General shall increase capabilities to prosecute trade-related crimes Increase investigations and prosecutions of trade-related crimes Participate in training events with other Federal agencies Develop multi-jurisdictional responses to trade-related crimes Ensure regular consultation among law enforcement components

What does AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. of Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2025 do?

This section authorizes appropriations of $20,000,000 to the Attorney General for fiscal year 2026 to carry out the Act. At least 80% of the appropriated funds must be used by the Criminal Division to support criminal prosecution of trade crimes. The Criminal Division's use of funds includes salaries and expenses for personnel, partnership development, and enforcement actions. Remaining funds may be used by the Department of Justice to support criminal prosecution of trade crimes by other components and civil enforcement. Amounts appropriated under subsection (a) shall remain available until expended.

Back to bills

Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2025

Q: What does Preamble of Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2025 do?

This bill aims to strengthen the Department of Justice's enforcement against trade-related crimes.

Q: What does SHORT TITLE. of Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2025.

Q: What does ANNUAL REPORT TO CONGRESS. of Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2025 do?

This section mandates an annual report to Congress regarding the Department of Justice's (DOJ) efforts in investigating and enforcing trade-related crimes. The Attorney General, in consultation with the Secretary of Homeland Security, is responsible for submitting this report. The report must be submitted within one year of the Act's enactment and annually thereafter, no later than February 1. The report must include statistics on trade-related crimes and indictments. It also requires a summary of how funds appropriated for trade-related crimes were used, including staff and operating expenses. Finally, the report must provide an estimate of any additional funding needed to combat trade-related crimes.

Last updated: 6/3/2026 · Introduced: 3/5/2025

Author: Ashley Hinson (R-IA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes a specialized task force within the Department of Justice to investigate and prosecute crimes involving the evasion of duties, tariffs, and fees, as well as violations of import and export restrictions.
The bill authorizes $20 million in fiscal year 2026 to enhance the Department of Justice's capabilities in prosecuting trade-related crimes, with a focus on supporting criminal division personnel and enforcement actions.
The Attorney General must submit an annual report to Congress detailing statistics on trade-related crimes, the use of appropriated funds, and any additional funding needs to combat these crimes.

119th Congressin committeeOfficial page

Verified Votes

No verified votes yet.

Community Votes

No community votes yet. Be the first!

Voting as guest · Sign in for verified votes

Other Sections

Includes provisions on preamble, short title., and 5 more.

7 sections

Click "Show details" to explore individual sections. Use the community vote above or visit All Sections to vote per section.

Read official text

Want the full experience?

Create a free account to cast verified votes on each section, get a personalized summary, and track your voting history.

Create Free Account