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The African Countries Bill
Extending tax-free trade with African countries
AGOA Extension Act
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
This bill would keep letting certain goods from Africa enter the United States without extra taxes while keeping current customs fees in place.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
This is a standard trade bill that keeps a long-running program alive. By not taxing these imports, companies can bring in goods cheaper. This might keep prices down for you at the store. It also helps African countries grow their economies. At the same time, it extends standard fees that companies pay at the border to help fund the government.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Keeps a program that lets certain African goods enter the US without extra taxes.
- Helps businesses import items for less money.
- Extends fees that companies pay when bringing goods through customs.
How they voted
The actual floor vote, and who broke from their own party.
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- Nydia Velazquez (D): voted against it, crossing most Democrats
- Lloyd Doggett (D): voted against it, crossing most Democrats
- Marcy Kaptur (D): voted against it, crossing most Democrats
- John Larson (D): voted against it, crossing most Democrats
- Tom McClintock (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
- Jim Jordan (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
- Paul Gosar (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
- Daniel Webster (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
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