United States Trade Leadership in the Indo-Pacific Act
Rep. Miller Leads Bipartisan Push to Counter China's Trade Influence in the Indo-Pacific
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by the House Committee on Ways and Means. No further actions are scheduled at this time. It remains an active proposal.
Legislative Progress
The bill has strong support from both parties and addresses a major concern about China. However, it only creates studies and commissions rather than making immediate changes to trade laws.
Key Points
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
The bill aims to identify barriers that Indo-Pacific trade agreements create for American businesses and develop strategies to improve market access. Small businesses that export or compete with imports from the region could benefit from recommendations to level the playing field, though actual policy changes would depend on future legislation based on the commission's findings.
“promoting United States innovation, exports, and economic opportunities for workers and businesses”
Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
Related News
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The legislation directs the International Trade Commission to report on how agreements like CPTPP and RCEP affect U.S. exports. It also creates an Indo-Pacific Trade Strategy Commission to provide recommendations on a comprehensive trade policy to compete with China.
Legislative Update: Trade Policy, Apparel, Labeling, Origin, Exports, Supply Chains
The U.S. Trade Leadership in the Indo-Pacific Act (H.R. 953) was reintroduced to require an ITC investigation into regional trade agreements and establish a bipartisan commission to deliver recommendations for a comprehensive regional trade strategy.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
United States Trade Leadership in the Indo-Pacific Act
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