Bill Summary
This concurrent resolution expresses the opinion of the United States Congress that the tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on Mexico and Canada are in violation of the United States of America-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The resolution also highlights the benefits of the USMCA, which aims to create a more level playing field, strengthen trade in food and agriculture, support a 21st century economy, and protect and enhance digital trade. Furthermore, the resolution states that the tariffs imposed on Canada and Mexico could potentially harm the US economy and undermine the free and fair trade policies outlined in the USMCA. It calls for the 2026 review process to continue as planned and for the elimination of unnecessary trade barriers.
Possible Impacts
1. Increased costs for consumers - The 25-percent tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, as announced by President Trump, could lead to higher prices for products and goods, making them more expensive for consumers. This could result in financial strain and difficulty for individuals and families who rely on those products.
2. Job loss and economic impact - The uncertainty and chaos created by the unclear tariff policies of the Trump administration may lead to job loss and harm the economy. This could affect people who work in industries that heavily rely on trade with Canada and Mexico, such as agriculture and manufacturing.
3. Disruption of trade relationships - The addition of tariffs on Canada and Mexico could undermine the USMCA and damage the trade relationships between the three countries. This could have negative effects on businesses and individuals who rely on trade with these countries.
[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Con. Res. 25 Introduced in House (IH)]
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119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. CON. RES. 25
Expressing the sense of Congress that Trump administration tariffs on
Mexico and Canada are in violation of the United States of America-
Mexico-Canada Agreement.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
April 1, 2025
Mr. Costa (for himself, Mr. Stanton, Mr. Kennedy of New York, Mr.
Quigley, Mr. Liccardo, Mr. Carbajal, Mr. Vicente Gonzalez of Texas, Mr.
Gray, Ms. Lofgren, Mr. McGovern, and Ms. McCollum) submitted the
following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee on
Ways and Means
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CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Expressing the sense of Congress that Trump administration tariffs on
Mexico and Canada are in violation of the United States of America-
Mexico-Canada Agreement.
Whereas the United States, Mexico, and Canada entered into the North American
Free-Trade Agreement (NAFTA) on January 1, 1994, creating a free trade
zone in North America;
Whereas NAFTA established the largest free trade area resulting in economic
growth and prosperity in North America;
Whereas the United States of America-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) was signed
into law on January 29, 2020;
Whereas President Donald J. Trump stated on January 29, 2020, that ``The USMCA
is the largest, most significant, modern, and balanced trade agreement
in history. All of our countries will benefit greatly.'';
Whereas USMCA highlights include creating a more level playing field,
strengthening food and agriculture trade in North America, supporting a
21st century economy, and protecting and enhancing digital trade;
Whereas trade between the United States and Canada has resulted in an estimated
$762,100,000,000;
Whereas trade between the United States and Mexico has resulted in an estimated
$839,900,000,000;
Whereas the USMCA supports over 17,000,000 jobs;
Whereas the unclear tariff policies of the Trump administration cause
uncertainty and create chaos for consumers and the business community,
harming the United States economy;
Whereas President Donald J. Trump announced on February 1, 2025, that 25-percent
tariffs will be added on imports from Canada and Mexico which are set
for April 2, 2025;
Whereas 25-percent tariffs on Canada and Mexico threaten to undermine the USMCA;
and
Whereas 25-percent tariffs on Canada and Mexico undermine free and fair trade
and are in violation of the agreement: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring),
That--
(1) it is the sense of Congress that Trump administration
tariffs on Mexico and Canada are in violation of the United
States of America-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA); and
(2) Congress recognizes strong support--
(A) amongst the various sectors who recognize the
vital importance of the USMCA;
(B) for the elimination of longstanding unwarranted
nontariff trade barriers through an effective and
efficient dispute settlement process; and
(C) for the 2026 review process to move forward.
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