U.S. Citrus Protection Act
Sponsored By: Representative Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17]
Introduced
Summary
Ban on importing commercially produced fresh citrus fruit from the People's Republic of China to protect U.S. citrus growers and the domestic supply. The U.S. Citrus Protection Act would prohibit importation of commercially produced fresh citrus fruit originating in the People's Republic of China and would apply notwithstanding any other provision of law that conflicts with the ban. The prohibition would take effect 90 days after enactment.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Ban on Chinese fresh citrus imports
If passed, the U.S. would ban importing commercially produced fresh citrus from China. The ban would start 90 days after enactment. U.S. citrus growers could face less competition. Importers that buy Chinese citrus would need new suppliers. Shoppers might pay more or see fewer choices.
Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17]
FL • R
Cosponsors
Rep. Webster, Daniel [R-FL-11]
FL • R
Sponsored 2/21/2025
Rep. Luna, Anna Paulina [R-FL-13]
FL • R
Sponsored 2/25/2025
Rep. Haridopolos, Mike [R-FL-8]
FL • R
Sponsored 2/25/2025
Rep. Diaz-Balart, Mario [R-FL-26]
FL • R
Sponsored 3/3/2025
Roll Call Votes
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