U.S. Citrus Protection Act

Key Points

• Would ban imports of commercially produced fresh citrus fruit that comes from China.
• The ban would start 90 days after the bill becomes law, giving importers and stores time to adjust.
• People who buy fresh citrus could see fewer sourcing options; prices or availability could change depending on other suppliers.
• U.S. citrus growers could face less competition from imported Chinese citrus fruit.
• Applies only to fresh citrus fruit from China, not to citrus from other countries or to all citrus products in general.