Miscellaneous Tariff Bill Act of 2018
Latest action (13 Sep 2018): Signed by President.
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Official summary
Miscellaneous Tariff Bill Act of 2018
This bill amends the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States to: (1) repeal expired reductions in rates of duty for specified chemicals and other items; and (2) provide for duty suspensions and reductions through December 31, 2020, for specified chemicals and other items.
(Sec. 1665) The bill amends the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 to extend through October 13, 2027 (currently, July 21, 2027), the authority of the Department of the Treasury to collect certain customs user fees for the processing of formally or informally entered or released merchandise.
Timeline
13 Sep 2018
Signed by President.
4 Sep 2018
On motion that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendments Agreed to by voice vote.
26 Jul 2018
Passed Senate with amendments by Voice Vote.
16 Jan 2018
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 402 - 0 (Roll no. 18).
Common questions
- What does H.R. 4318 do?
- Miscellaneous Tariff Bill Act of 2018 This bill amends the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States to: (1) repeal expired reductions in rates of duty for specified chemicals and other items; and (2) provide for duty suspensions and reductions through December 31, 2020, for specified chemicals and other items. (Sec. 1665) The bill amends the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 to extend through October 13, 2027 (currently, July 21, 2027), the authority of the Department of the Treasury to collect certain customs user fees for the processing of formally or informally entered or released merchandise.
- Has H.R. 4318 become law?
- Yes. H.R. 4318 has been enacted. Status last updated 13 Sep 2018.
- Who sponsored H.R. 4318?
- H.R. 4318 was sponsored by Rep. Kevin Brady [R-TX8, 1997-2022] (Republican-TX), with 30 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 4318?
- Signed by President. (13 Sep 2018).
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