Terminating the national emergency declared to impose global tariffs.
Summary
This document is a joint resolution introduced in the Senate to terminate the national emergency declared by the President on April 2, 2025, via Executive Order 14257, which imposed global tariffs. The resolution cites Section 202 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622) as the legal basis for terminating the emergency. If passed by both the Senate and the House and enacted, the resolution would effectively end the tariffs imposed under the declared national emergency.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this resolution, if enacted, would be the removal of the global tariffs imposed under the previously declared national emergency. This could lead to changes in international trade relationships and the prices of imported goods. The resolution aims to restore normal trade relations by nullifying the executive action that imposed the tariffs.
Potential Benefits
- Potentially lower prices for consumers due to the removal of tariffs.
- Improved relationships with international trading partners.
- Reduced burden on businesses that rely on imported goods.
- Restoration of trade stability and predictability.
- Reinforces congressional oversight of executive actions related to trade.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential negative impact on domestic industries that benefited from tariff protection.
- Possible job losses in sectors that were shielded by the tariffs.
- Risk of increased competition from foreign producers.
- May reduce the government's leverage in trade negotiations.
- Could be perceived as a weakening of national security if tariffs were intended to protect critical industries.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the constitutional principle of checks and balances, as Congress is exercising its power to oversee and potentially reverse executive action. Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution grants Congress the power to regulate commerce with foreign nations. The National Emergencies Act, cited in the resolution, provides a statutory framework for Congress to terminate a national emergency declared by the President, reinforcing this oversight role.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).