Stop EU Overreach Act
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Latest action (23 Jul 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
What this bill does
The "Stop EU Overreach Act," introduced in the House of Representatives, would require the United States Trade Representative (USTR) to initiate an investigation into European Union regulations. These regulations, which include directives on corporate sustainability due diligence and reporting, deforestation, and a carbon border adjustment mechanism, are described in the bill as having extraterritorial reach, meaning they can apply to U.S. companies' operations and supply chains outside the EU. The investigation would examine the costs and legal liabilities imposed on U.S. persons by these EU measures.
This bill specifically affects U.S. companies and individuals that operate in or derive significant revenue from the European Union, particularly those whose supply chains or operations outside the EU are subject to EU directives. If the USTR's investigation finds that these EU measures are an unreasonable or discriminatory trade practice, the USTR could consider actions such as imposing duties or suspending trade benefits. The bill also outlines reporting requirements to Congress throughout this process.
Currently, the bill has been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. It has not yet advanced beyond this initial stage. If it moves forward, the USTR would have 30 days to initiate the investigation and up to 12 months to make a determination, with a possibility for a short extension. The bill would also eventually terminate if the EU amends or repeals the measures to eliminate extraterritorial obligations on U.S. persons or if a binding agreement is reached.
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Timeline
23 Jul 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9892 do?
- The "Stop EU Overreach Act," introduced in the House of Representatives, would require the United States Trade Representative (USTR) to initiate an investigation into European Union regulations. These regulations, which include directives on corporate sustainability due diligence and reporting, deforestation, and a carbon border adjustment mechanism, are described in the bill as having extraterritorial reach, meaning they can apply to U.S. companies' operations and supply chains outside the EU. The investigation would examine the costs and legal liabilities imposed on U.S. persons by these EU measures. This bill specifically affects U.S. companies and individuals that operate in or derive significant revenue from the European Union, particularly those whose supply chains or operations outside the EU are subject to EU directives. If the USTR's investigation finds that these EU measures are an unreasonable or discriminatory trade practice, the USTR could consider actions such as imposing duties or suspending trade benefits. The bill also outlines reporting requirements to Congress throughout this process. Currently, the bill has been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. It has not yet advanced beyond this initial stage. If it moves forward, the USTR would have 30 days to initiate the investigation and up to 12 months to make a determination, with a possibility for a short extension. The bill would also eventually terminate if the EU amends or repeals the measures to eliminate extraterritorial obligations on U.S. persons or if a binding agreement is reached.
- Has H.R. 9892 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9892. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9892?
- H.R. 9892 was sponsored by Rep. Goldman, Craig A. [R-TX-12] (R-TX), with 12 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9892?
- Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. (23 Jul 2026).
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