Bill Seeks to Cut Section 338 from 1930 Tariff Act

A new piece of legislation, the 'Repealing Outdated and Unilateral Tariff Authorities Act,' has one specific goal: to remove Section 338 from the Tariff Act of 1930. Think of it as deleting a specific rule from a very old playbook governing international trade.

What Does This Actually Change?

So, what does this mean in the real world? That's the key question, and right now, the answer depends entirely on what Section 338 actually does. The bill itself simply states the repeal. To understand the practical effects – whether it impacts how tariffs can be imposed, which goods might be affected, or how the U.S. manages trade relationships – you'd need to know the specific powers or procedures laid out in Section 338. Without that context from the original Tariff Act, it's impossible to gauge the real-world consequences, determine who might benefit or be affected, or assess if this simplifies trade law or removes a significant, albeit potentially outdated, authority.