Customs officials would get new power to investigate trade evasion, and accused importers would pay duties before appealing.
This bill would change how the government investigates companies that try to avoid paying certain import taxes. It would let the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection start investigations on their own, instead of waiting for a complaint. Also, any company found to have dodged these taxes would have to pay all owed money before they could challenge the decision in court.
Today, investigations into companies trying to avoid special import taxes usually start only after a complaint or referral. Also, companies found to have dodged these taxes can challenge the decision in court without first paying what they owe. This bill would let customs officials start investigations on their own and would require accused companies to pay all owed taxes and fees before they can appeal a decision in court.
HR 6446 · 119th Congress · December 4, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 8/10
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