Andean Trade Promotion and Drug Eradication Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (9 May 2002): Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 367.
What this bill does
The bill, titled the Andean Trade Promotion and Drug Eradication Act, has been introduced in the Senate. Its stated purpose, based on the title and summary, is to promote trade with Andean countries while also supporting drug eradication efforts. Specifically, it would allow the President to grant duty-free status for certain products from Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, and Peru. The bill also includes provisions to extend duty-free treatment for apparel imports from these countries until the end of 2006 and establishes penalties for transshipment of these goods.
This legislation would affect businesses and governments in Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, and Peru, as well as industries and consumers within the United States that are involved with these imported goods. The extension of duty-free treatment for apparel could impact the clothing industry, while the drug eradication aspect suggests a focus on law enforcement and customs administration related to these nations.
As the bill has only been introduced, it has not yet been voted on by Congress. Its next step in the legislative process would be to be considered by relevant committees. If approved by committees, it could then be brought to the floor of the Senate for a vote. If it passes the Senate, it would then proceed to the House of Representatives for consideration.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Official summary
Andean Trade Promotion and Drug Eradication Act - Amends the Andean Trade Preference Act to authorize the President to grant duty-free treatment to certain non-import-sensitive articles imported into the United States from Andean Trade Preference Expansion Act (ATPEA) beneficiary countries (Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, and Peru) designated under such Act. Extends, through December 31, 2006, treatment free of any duties, quantitative restrictions, limitations, or consultation levels to certain apparel articles imported into the United States from ATPEA beneficiary countries. Sets forth penalties for exporters and countries that have engaged in transshipment (preferential treatment claimed for an apparel on the basis of material false information concerning country of origin or manufacture) with respect to such articles from an ATPEA beneficiary country.
Timeline
9 May 2002
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 367.
Common questions
- What does S. 2485 do?
- The bill, titled the Andean Trade Promotion and Drug Eradication Act, has been introduced in the Senate. Its stated purpose, based on the title and summary, is to promote trade with Andean countries while also supporting drug eradication efforts. Specifically, it would allow the President to grant duty-free status for certain products from Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, and Peru. The bill also includes provisions to extend duty-free treatment for apparel imports from these countries until the end of 2006 and establishes penalties for transshipment of these goods. This legislation would affect businesses and governments in Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, and Peru, as well as industries and consumers within the United States that are involved with these imported goods. The extension of duty-free treatment for apparel could impact the clothing industry, while the drug eradication aspect suggests a focus on law enforcement and customs administration related to these nations. As the bill has only been introduced, it has not yet been voted on by Congress. Its next step in the legislative process would be to be considered by relevant committees. If approved by committees, it could then be brought to the floor of the Senate for a vote. If it passes the Senate, it would then proceed to the House of Representatives for consideration.
- Has S. 2485 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 2485. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 2485?
- S. 2485 was sponsored by Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] (R-AZ), with 2 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 2485?
- Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 367. (9 May 2002).
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