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HR 5516119th CongressIn Committee
No Coffee Tax Act
Introduced: Sep 19, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17] (D-California)
Economy & Taxes
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
This bill seeks to prohibit the United States from imposing additional tariffs on coffee imported from countries that have normal trade relations (NTR) status with the U.S. Normal trade relations, formerly known as "most favored nation" status, is a trade designation that allows countries to benefit from lower tariff rates on their exports to the United States. By preventing additional tariffs on coffee from these countries, the bill aims to maintain stable coffee prices for American consumers and businesses while preserving existing trade relationships. The legislation would protect coffee imports from being subject to new or increased tariffs beyond the standard rates already established under normal trade relations agreements.
Key Points
- 1Prohibits the imposition of any additional tariffs on coffee imported from countries with normal trade relations status with the United States
- 2Applies specifically to coffee products, protecting this commodity from potential trade disputes or tariff increases
- 3Maintains existing tariff rates established under normal trade relations framework
- 4Protects trade relationships with coffee-exporting nations that have NTR status
- 5Would prevent the executive branch from unilaterally raising tariffs on coffee imports from NTR countries
Impact Areas
Coffee consumers and businesses: Coffee shops, roasters, retailers, and American consumers would benefit from protection against price increases caused by additional tariffsInternational trade relations: Coffee-exporting countries with NTR status would have greater certainty in their trade relationship with the U.S.Import/export industry: Companies involved in coffee importation would have more predictable costs and pricing structures
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