S 2697 · 96th Congress · Government Operations and Politics

An original bill to authorize appropriations to the United States International Trade Commission, United States Customs Service, and the Office of the United States Trade Representative, and for other purposes.

Introduced 1980-05-14· Sponsored by Sen. Long, Russell B. [D-LA]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
Committee
Senate Vote
4
House
5
Enacted
Latest: Measure passed Senate.(1980-05-28)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Amends the Tariff Act of 1930 to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 1981 for the United States International Trade Commission. Prohibits the use of such funds for making studies at the request of any executive branch agency, unless such agency reimburses the Commission. Amends the Customs Procedural Reform and Simplification Act of 1978 to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 1981 for the United States Customs Service. Prohibits the use of such funds to implement a collection procedure that shortens the maximum deferment procedure. Authorizes additional appropriations as necessary for pay rate changes. Directs the President to enter agreements to provide for the establishment of U.S. immigration and customs facilities to process persons at foreign transportation facilities. Amends the Trade Act of 1974 to authorize the U.S. Trade Representative to: (1) delegate and redelegate functions to other employees of the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative; (2) pay travel expenses without regard to statutory limitations; (3) accept gifts; and (4) acquire motor vehicles for use abroad. Authorizes necessary appropriations for such office for fiscal years 1981 through 1983. Author…

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