Bill · H.R. 595· House(119-HR-595)

To amend the Convention on Cultural Property Implementation Act to make certain technical corrections to facilitate the lawful trade and collecting of numismatic materials.

Age: 56 years

Texas

Introduced: 1/21/2025
Last activity: 1/21/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsored by: Beth Van Duyne
Cosponsors: - 11 - 4

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill aims to amend the Convention on Cultural Property Implementation Act. The primary goal is to make certain technical corrections intended to facilitate the lawful trade and collecting of numismatic materials. It introduces a specific definition for "numismatic material" to include items like coins, tokens, paper money, and medals. Additionally, the bill establishes new requirements for proving the lawful acquisition and export of such materials. It also limits the types of documentation a customs officer can demand during the review process.

Yes

Does this make trade with other countries easier?+5
The bill facilitates the lawful trade of numismatic materials by providing specific definitions and limiting unnecessary documentation requests by customs officers.
Would business owners be better off under this?+4
The bill streamlines the import process for numismatic goods, which benefits those engaged in the trade and collection of such items.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+2
The bill limits the discretion of customs officers to demand additional documentation without probable cause, making the import process more predictable.