Global Trade Accountability Act of 2017 This bill amends the Trade Act of 1974 to require congressional approval of unilateral trade actions. Such actions may take effect without congressional approval for one 90-day period if the President: determines that it is necessary because of a national emergency, because of an imminent threat to health or safety, for the enforcement of criminal laws, or for national security; and submits written notice of the determination to Congress.
Congressional oversightFree trade and trade barriersLegislative rules and procedurePresidents and presidential powers, Vice PresidentsTariffsTrade agreements and negotiationsTrade restrictions
A bill to provide for congressional review of the imposition of duties and other trade measures by the executive branch, and for other purposes.
USA115th CongressS-177| Senate
| Updated: 1/20/2017
Global Trade Accountability Act of 2017 This bill amends the Trade Act of 1974 to require congressional approval of unilateral trade actions. Such actions may take effect without congressional approval for one 90-day period if the President: determines that it is necessary because of a national emergency, because of an imminent threat to health or safety, for the enforcement of criminal laws, or for national security; and submits written notice of the determination to Congress.
Congressional oversightFree trade and trade barriersLegislative rules and procedurePresidents and presidential powers, Vice PresidentsTariffsTrade agreements and negotiationsTrade restrictions