S 3843 · 109th Congress · Foreign Trade and International Finance

AGOA Extension Act of 2006

Introduced 2006-09-05· Sponsored by Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
5
Enacted
Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.(2006-09-05)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] AGOA Extension Act of 2006 - Amends the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) to change from mandatory to discretionary the authority of the President to terminate the designation of an eligible beneficiary sub-Saharan African country for trade benefits for failure to comply with such Act's requirements. Requires the President to notify Congress of the proposed termination and allows the termination only if Congress fails to prohibit it. Revises provisions providing for preferential trade treatment of certain textiles, apparel, and agricultural products. Directs the President to develop a comprehensive plan addressing critical sub-Saharan African agricultural policy issues. Amends the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 to direct the Export-Import Bank of the United States to ensure that full consideration is given to the extent to which any loan or other assistance is likely to have a positive effect on industries in countries designated as beneficiary sub-Saharan African countries. Requires seeking negotiations for tax treaties and bilateral investment treaties benefiting sub-Saharan African countries. Requires infrastructure and industry-building assistance to sub-Saharan Africa.…

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