This bill amends the Tariff Act of 1930 to significantly expand the sharing of information related to suspected intellectual property rights (IPR) violations in trade. It revises the standard for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to share such information from "suspects" to "has a reasonable suspicion ," making it easier to initiate information sharing. The legislation broadens the scope of information that can be shared, including details about packing materials and shipping containers , in addition to the merchandise itself. Crucially, it authorizes CBP to provide nonpublic information generated by entities like online marketplaces , freight forwarders, or other platforms involved in the sale or importation of goods. Furthermore, the bill expands the list of recipients to include "any other party with an interest in the merchandise," as deemed appropriate by the Commissioner, fostering greater collaboration in combating IPR infringement.
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To expand the sharing of information with respect to suspected violations of intellectual property rights in trade.
USA119th CongressHR-4930| House
| Updated: 12/30/2025
This bill amends the Tariff Act of 1930 to significantly expand the sharing of information related to suspected intellectual property rights (IPR) violations in trade. It revises the standard for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to share such information from "suspects" to "has a reasonable suspicion ," making it easier to initiate information sharing. The legislation broadens the scope of information that can be shared, including details about packing materials and shipping containers , in addition to the merchandise itself. Crucially, it authorizes CBP to provide nonpublic information generated by entities like online marketplaces , freight forwarders, or other platforms involved in the sale or importation of goods. Furthermore, the bill expands the list of recipients to include "any other party with an interest in the merchandise," as deemed appropriate by the Commissioner, fostering greater collaboration in combating IPR infringement.