Bill · H.R. 6914· House(119-HR-6914)
Trusted Importer and Competitive Manufacturing Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 12/19/2025
- Last activity
- 12/19/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- Sponsored by
- Max Miller
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The bill is called the Trusted Importer and Competitive Manufacturing Act of 2025. It requires the Secretary of Commerce to set up a program to certify certain importers as Trusted Importers. Certified importers will receive a general import license to pay reduced or waived tariffs on specific imported articles. The license is valid for ten years and can be renewed if the importer stays compliant. The bill also lists exceptions where tariffs cannot be reduced, restricts certain foreign entities from participating, and requires regular reports to Congress.
Yes· 3 of 9
Is this likely to create jobs?+4
The bill supports manufacturing competitiveness and domestic supply chains which can foster job growth.
Does this make it easier to run a small business?+4
Certified importers can receive reduced or waived tariffs, potentially lowering costs for eligible businesses.
Would business owners be better off under this?+4
Importers who qualify for the Trusted Importer program can benefit from reduced tariffs and duties.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Section 2(b): Certified Trusted Importers receive a general import license allowing them to pay reduced or waived tariffs on certain imported articles, which could lower costs for their businesses.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Section 2(f): The Secretary of Commerce can revoke or suspend an importer's license if they fail to maintain compliance, submit false information, or violate trade laws, which could negatively impact an importer's business operations.
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Section 2(g): Prohibited foreign entities and entities engaged in activities detrimental to United States national security are completely ineligible to apply for the certification program or receive a general import license.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Small Business Support+4Increases Job Creation+4Improves Economic Growth+3Reduces Inflation+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3Increases Federal Power+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+4
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Trade+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Border Security+3
- 12/19/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- Introduced in House