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This bill affirms the strong U.S.-South Korea alliance, emphasizing its importance for security, economic growth, and shared values, while also recognizing the contributions of Korean Americans. It supports stronger ties and celebrates Korean culture.
Thomas Suozzi
Representative
NY
Thomas Suozzi
Representative
NY
This bill reaffirms the strong alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea, emphasizing its importance for security, economic growth, and shared values. It recognizes the deep economic ties, the contributions of Korean Americans, and continued commitment to the Mutual Defense Treaty. The bill also supports strengthening security, economic, and cultural bonds between the two nations, and celebrates Korean Culture-Kimchi Day.
The "Import Security and Fairness Act" amends the Tariff Act of 1930 to require more documentation for duty-free imports from non-market economies and countries on the priority watch list, and increases penalties for non-compliance. It also allows CBP to deny exemptions for those suspended from doing business with the federal government.
Thomas Suozzi
Representative
NY
Thomas Suozzi
Representative
NY
The "Import Security and Fairness Act" amends the Tariff Act of 1930 to restrict duty-free treatment for goods from non-market economies or countries on the priority watch list. It mandates detailed documentation for de minimis imports, including article descriptions, origin, and transaction values, to ensure compliance. The Act establishes penalties for non-compliance and allows denial of exemptions for those suspended from federal business. Additionally, it requires Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to notify parties of detained merchandise eligible for exemptions, with options for abandonment or export at the importer's expense.