hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Ends national emergency declared to impose global tariffs.
Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-NY)
Introduced in the House, referred to committee
This bill, introduced by Representative Gregory Meeks, aims to terminate a national emergency declared on April 2, 2025, which was used to impose global tariffs. The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs for review and discussion before it can advance further.
Introduced Feb 17, 2026
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 17, 2026. It has been referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. For the bill to become law, it must pass through this committee, be voted on and approved by the full House, then pass through the Senate committees and be approved by the full Senate, and finally be signed by the President.
If this bill becomes law, the national emergency that allows for global tariffs would end. This could lead to a reduction in the taxes applied to goods imported into the United States, potentially lowering their cost for consumers and businesses.
Supporters Say
Supporters argue ending the emergency would remove tariffs that increase consumer costs and harm trade.
Critics Say
This bill seeks to remove the authority used to impose global tariffs. Supporters would likely argue that these tariffs create economic burdens, raise prices for consumers, and negatively impact international trade relations. Potential critics might argue that the tariffs serve to protect domestic industries or address specific economic or security concerns, making their removal undesirable.