Bill · S. 5397· Senate(119-S-5397)
BAD DEAL Act
- Introduced
- 9/15/2026
- Last activity
- 9/15/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
- Sponsored by
- Kirsten Gillibrand
- Cosponsors
- - 3 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is called the Banning Antiquated Duties and Delivering Equitable American Levies Act or the BAD DEAL Act. It was introduced in the Senate on September 15, 2026. The main purpose of the bill is to repeal section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930. It also makes any Presidential proclamations tied to that section lose their force or effect. Additionally, the bill requires refunds for tariffs or duties that were imposed and collected under that section. Finally, it makes a conforming amendment to section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930.
Yes
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+2
The bill provides refunds for certain tariffs and duties imposed under section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Refunds on Tariffs: Under Section 2(b), the President must take necessary actions to refund each tariff or other duty that was imposed and collected based on Presidential proclamations or actions under section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930. This could benefit individuals or groups by putting money back into their hands if they paid those specific tariffs.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Found: Based strictly on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+2
- 9/15/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
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