December 4, 2025
Mr. Kelly of Pennsylvania (for himself and Mr. Deluzio) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means
To modify the procedures for investigating claims of evasion of antidumping and countervailing duty orders.
Section 1. Modification of procedures for investigating claims of evasion of antidumping and countervailing duty orders
(a) Investigations
Section 517(b)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1517(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: The Commissioner may also self-initiate an investigation if the Commissioner has information that reasonably suggests that covered merchandise has been entered into the customs territory of the United States through evasion. In such case, the terms and conditions that apply to the processes for allegations and referrals under this section shall also apply to a process for self-initiation under the preceding sentence.
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(b) Judicial review
Section 517(g)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1517(g)(1)) is amended by adding at the end the following: A person determined to have entered such covered merchandise through evasion may seek judicial review under this paragraph only if all liquidated duties, charges, or exactions have been paid at the time the judicial review is sought.
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