HR. 6500Introduced
AGOA Extension Act
Extends AGOA and related sub-Saharan Africa trade preferences through 2028, continues certain customs fees through 2031, and allows refunds of duties paid during the lapse period
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Extends AGOA and related sub-Saharan Africa trade preferences through 2028, continues certain customs fees through 2031, and allows refunds of duties paid during the lapse period
Key points
- Allow duty refunds
- Extend AGOA trade preferences
- Extend customs user fees
Current status
Where it stands
Status
Introduced
Latest action
2026-02-10 — Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 320.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedAfricaCompetitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficitsCustoms enforcementForeign Trade and International FinanceNormal trade relations, most-favored-nation treatmentUser charges and fees
