Some small foreign packages would no longer get duty-free entry if they come from flagged countries. Shippers, importers, and some online platforms would also have to give Customs more package data. The rules would start 180 days after the bill becomes law.
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Import Security and Fairness Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Latest action on H.R. 322: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects businesses and people who move low-value packages into the United States. Importers, shippers, online sellers, and digital marketplaces may need to collect and send more data to Customs. Consumers could see changes in prices, delivery times, or product choices if sellers pass along new costs or stop using the U.S. market.
Why this matters: Small foreign packages can move quickly and cheaply under today’s duty-free rule, and this bill would add more limits and checks. It could help Customs spot risky imports and enforce trade rules. It could also raise costs or slow shipments for businesses that depend on low-value cross-border sales. The actual effect would depend on how Treasury writes the rules and how Customs enforces them.
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