This legislation aims to reduce the cost of school supplies and educational materials by limiting the import duties that can be imposed on them. Congress expresses concern that arbitrary tariffs increase expenses for students, families, teachers, schools, and local governments, making essential items less affordable. The bill establishes that no duty exceeding the rate in effect on January 19, 2025 , will apply to covered items. This limitation specifically targets general tariffs and does not affect duties imposed under anti-dumping, countervailing, or safeguard measures, ensuring that legitimate trade remedies remain in place. Items covered by these duty limitations include those designated by the Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with the Secretary of Education, as used in elementary or secondary classrooms, subject to congressional disapproval. Additionally, the bill explicitly lists several categories of items under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, ensuring a broad range of essential educational tools are included, such as: Office or school supplies (3926.10) Backpacks and lunchboxes (4202.92) Diaries, notebooks, and similar articles (4820.10.20) Children's picture, drawing, or coloring books (4903) Keyboards (8471.60.20) Pencils, crayons, pens, and markers (9603, 9608) The Secretary of Commerce is mandated to submit reports to Congress every 180 days, detailing both the items exempt from duties and any newly designated items. Congress retains the authority to disapprove specific item designations through a joint resolution, providing a mechanism for legislative oversight and accountability.