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H.R. 6500

2 September 2026 · posted 3 September 2026

Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027

Ways and Means Committee · Rep. Jason Smith (R-MO)

2 September 2026 | Presented to President

What's next: President has 10 days (Sundays excepted): sign, veto, or it becomes law unsigned (pocket veto if adjournment prevents return)

Summary: The bill would extend through the end of 2028 duty-free trade benefits that allow most exports from eligible sub-Saharan African countries to enter the U.S. market without tariffs, while also extending customs user fees through the end of 2031. It would also allow for refunds of duties paid on African imports that entered the country after September 30, 2025.

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H.R. 6500 | Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027 | Rep. Jason Smith (R-MO) | Ways and Means Committee 📅 2 September 2026 | 📌 Presented to President What's next: President has 10 days (Sundays excepted): sign, veto, or it becomes law unsigned (pocket veto if adjournment prevents return) Summary: The bill would extend through the end of 2028 duty-free trade benefits that allow most exports from eligible sub-Saharan African countries to enter the U.S. market without tariffs, while also extending customs user fees through the end of 2031. It would also allow for refunds of duties paid on African imports that entered the country after September 30, 2025. [AI-Generated]

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