What does Preamble of No Taxation Without Representation Act of 2025 do?

This bill requires Congressional approval before the President can impose duties on imported articles into the United States.

What does SHORT TITLE. of No Taxation Without Representation Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the 'No Taxation Without Representation Act of 2025'.

What does CONGRESSIONAL APPROVAL REQUIRED FOR IMPOSITION OF DUTIES. of No Taxation Without Representation Act of 2025 do?

This section amends the Trade Act of 1974 to require Congressional approval before the President can impose duties on imported articles. The President must submit a proposal with a rationale for the duty to Congress. A joint resolution approving the duty must be enacted into law for the duty to be imposed. Specific provisions of law, including the Tariff Act of 1930 and the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, are listed as subject to this requirement. The requirement does not apply to embargoes, allowing articles to be imported without Congressional approval. The amendment applies to provisions of law enacted to implement trade agreements and provisions of trade agreements themselves.

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No Taxation Without Representation Act of 2025

Last updated: 4/3/2025 · Introduced: 4/3/2025

Author: Rand Paul (R-KY)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill mandates Congressional approval before the President can impose duties on imported goods, amending the Trade Act of 1974.
The President must submit a proposal and rationale to Congress for any proposed duty, requiring a joint resolution of approval for implementation.
Embargoes are exempt from this requirement, allowing imports to proceed without Congressional approval.

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