The President would have to notify Congress within 48 hours of putting a new tax on imports and explain its impact on businesses and consumers. That tax would automatically expire after 60 days unless Congress passes a law to keep it. Congress could also vote to end it sooner at any time.
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Trade Review Act of 2025 is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2173-2174).
Latest action on S. 1272: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2173-2174)
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects the President's ability to impose lasting import taxes, businesses that import goods into the U.S., American manufacturers that compete with imports, and consumers who pay higher prices when import duties raise costs. It also changes the role of Congress by giving lawmakers a direct say in whether new duties stay in place.
Why this matters: Import duties can raise prices on a wide range of products, from electronics to groceries to building materials. Right now, the President can impose these taxes with limited congressional oversight. This bill would shift that balance by requiring Congress to vote before any new duty lasts more than two months, making the process more transparent and giving elected lawmakers a bigger role in trade decisions that affect everyday costs.
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Officially: Trade Review Act of 2025
The President would have to notify Congress within 48 hours of putting a new tax on imports and explain its impact on businesses and consumers. That tax would automatically expire after 60 days unless Congress passes a law to keep it. Congress could also vote to end it sooner at any time.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend S1272. Modern Action explains Trade Review Act of 2025 in plain English, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Finance
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The debate
Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
Senate Committee
Under Senate committee consideration
Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2173-2174) (4/3/2025)
Senate Floor Vote
Voted on by Senate
Passed Senate
Approved by Senate
House Review
Sent to House for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to Trade Review Act of 2025, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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