United States-Uruguay Economic Partnership Act
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HR 6875 — United States-Uruguay Economic Partnership Act
Last action — Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
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Died in session
This bill died with 118th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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Summary
To amend the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act to make Uruguay eligible for designation as a beneficiary country under that Act, to include Uruguay in the list of foreign states whose nationals are eligible for admission into the United States as E1 and E2 nonimmigrants if nationals of the United States are treated similarly by the Government of Uruguay, and to require a report on the eligibility of Uruguay for the visa waiver program, and for other purposes.
Bill Text
- Introduced Introduced in House Current html December 19, 2023
Sections of law this bill changes
1 section in 1 lawFrom the bill's own amending language, matched to the official United States Code (current through Public Law 119-124).
Caribbean basin economic recovery · 19 U.S.C. ch. 15 1 section
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§ 2702 Beneficiary country Amends
19 U.S.C. § 2702 — at 2702(b)
The law today
(a) Definitions; termination of designation (1) For purposes of this chapter— (A) The term “beneficiary country” means any country listed in subsection (b) with respect to which there is in effect a proclamation by the President designating such country as a beneficiary country for purposes of this chapter. Before the President designates any country as a beneficiary country for purposes of this chapter, he shall notify the House of Representatives and the Senate of his intention to make such designation, together with the considerations entering into such decision. (B) The term “entered” means entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, in the customs territory of the United States. (C) The term “HTS” means Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States. (D) The term “USMCA” has the meaning given that term in section 4502 of this title. (E) The terms “WTO” and “WTO member” have the meanings given those terms in section 3501 of this title. (F) The term “former beneficiary country” means a country that ceases to be designated as a beneficiary country under this chapter because the country has become a party to a free trade agreement with the United States. (2) If the President has designated any country as a beneficiary country for purposes of this chapter, he shall not terminate such designation (either by issuing a proclamation for that purpose or by issuing a proclamation which has the effect of terminating such designation) unless, at least sixty days before such termination, he has notified the House of Representatives and the Senate and has notified such country of his intention to terminate such designation, together with the considerations entering into such decision. (b) Countries eligible for designation as beneficiary countries; conditions In designating countries as “beneficiary countries” under this chapter the President shall consider only the following countries and territories or successor political entities: In addition, the President shall not designate any country a beneficiary country under this chapter— (1) if such country is a Communist country; (2) if such country— (A) has nationalized, expropriated or otherwise seized ownership or control of property owned by a United States citizen or by a corporation, partnership, or association which is 50 per centum or more beneficially owned by United States citizens, (B) has taken steps to repudiate or nullify— (i) any existing contract or agreement with, or (ii) any patent, trademark, or other intellectual property of, a United States citizen or a corporation, partnership, or association which is 50 per centum or more beneficially owned by United States citizens, the effect of which is to nationalize, expropriate, or otherwise seize ownership or control of property so owned, or (C) has imposed or enforced taxes or other exactions, restrictive maintenance or operational conditions, or other measures with respect to property so owned, the effect of which is to nationalize, expropriate, or otherwise seize ownership or control of such property, unless the President determines that— (i) prompt, adequate, and effective compensation has been or is being made to such citizen, corporation, partnership, or association, (ii) good-faith negotiations to provide prompt, adequate, and effective compensation under the applicable provisions of international law are in progress, or such country is otherwise taking steps to discharge its obligations under international law with respect to such citizen, corporation, partnership, or association, or (iii) a dispute involving such citizen, corporation, partnership, or association, over compensation for such a seizure has been submitted to arbitration under the provisions of the Convention for the Settlement of Investment Disputes, or in another mutually agreed upon forum, and promptly furnishes a copy of such determination to the Senate and House of Representatives; (3) if such country fails to act in good faith in recogni...3 other bills also change this section · Follow it → Official text at uscode.house.gov ↗
Also cites: 8 U.S.C. § 1101, 8 U.S.C. § 1187
Compared against current U.S. Code AI-generated reading aid — verify against the official bill.
The bill amends existing law to designate Uruguay as a beneficiary country under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act and includes it in the visa waiver program considerations.
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19 U.S.C. 2702(b)
`Uruguay`.
Uruguay is added to the list of countries eligible for designation as beneficiary countries under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act.
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8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(15)(E)
Uruguay shall be considered to be a foreign state described in such section if the Government of Uruguay provides similar nonimmigrant status to nationals of the United States.
Uruguay is included in the list of foreign states eligible for E1 and E2 nonimmigrant visas if it reciprocates for U.S. nationals.
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8 U.S.C. 1187
the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Secretary of State, should conduct a review as to whether Uruguay meets the eligibility criteria for designation as a program country for purposes of the visa waiver program.
A review of Uruguay's eligibility for the visa waiver program is mandated by Congress.
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8 U.S.C. 1187
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Secretary of State, shall submit to Congress a report that includes-- (1) an assessment as to whether Uruguay meets the eligibility criteria for designation as a program country for purposes of the visa waiver program under section 217 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1187); and (2) in the case of such an assessment that Uruguay does not meet such eligibility criteria, a description of the actions required of Uruguay in order to meet such criteria.
The Secretary of Homeland Security is required to report on Uruguay's eligibility for the visa waiver program within 90 days.
Action History
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
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Introduced in House
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Introduced in House
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Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsors
- Maria Elvira Salazar · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
- Salazar, Maria Elvira Republican
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (546)
546 members have not signed on to this bill.
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Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- What does HR 6875 do?
- To amend the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act to make Uruguay eligible for designation as a beneficiary country under that Act, to include Uruguay in the list of foreign states whose nationals are eligible for admission into the United States as E1 and E2 nonimmigrants if nationals of the United States are treated similarly by the Government of Uruguay, and to require a report on the eligibility of Uruguay for the visa waiver program, and for other purposes.
- Who sponsors HR 6875?
- HR 6875 is sponsored by Salazar, Maria Elvira (Republican).
- What is the current status of HR 6875?
- This bill died with 118th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
- Where can I track HR 6875?
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