Senate Bill 1453
116th Congress(2019-2020)
Assistance for Farmers Harmed by Tariffs on Exports Act
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on May 14, 2019
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
1453
Congress
116
Policy Area
Foreign Trade and International Finance
Foreign Trade and International Finance
Primary focus of measure is competitiveness, trade barriers and adjustment assistance; foreign loans and international monetary system; international banking; trade agreements and negotiations; customs enforcement, tariffs, and trade restrictions; foreign investment. Measures concerning border enforcement may fall under Immigration policy area.
No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Assistance for Farmers Harmed by Tariffs on Exports Act
This bill extends eligibility for trade adjustment assistance to farmers affected by a reduction in exports resulting from retaliation to tariffs imposed by the United States. Such farmers may apply to the Department of Agriculture for trade adjustment assistance.
May 14, 2019
05/14/2019
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2831-2833)
05/14/2019
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
Feb 8, 2022 11:21:48 PM