Respect NATO Allies Act

Sponsor: Linda T. Sánchez (Democratic-CA)February 12, 2026

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Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, and Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Requires Congress to approve new trade taxes on goods from NATO allies.

This bill would require Congress to approve any new tariffs or trade limits on goods coming from NATO allied countries. It aims to give lawmakers more say in trade decisions, offering more stability for businesses that import goods and strengthening ties with our allies.

What Would Change

Today, the President can impose or change tariffs and trade limits on imports from NATO allies without specific congressional approval for each action. If this bill became law, the President would need Congress to pass a joint resolution of approval. This approval would be required before imposing new tariffs or reducing quotas on goods from NATO allies. There would be some specific exceptions to this rule.

Key Provisions

Requires the President to get Congress's approval before putting new taxes or limits on goods from NATO allies.
Blocks the President from imposing new tariffs or reducing quotas on NATO allies without congressional approval, starting the day the bill becomes law.
Defines a 'NATO ally' to include all member countries of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and their associated territories.
Exempts certain trade actions, like those against unfair pricing (antidumping and countervailing duties), from needing congressional approval.
Exempts duties or quotas resulting from international dispute settlement rulings from needing congressional approval.

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Respect NATO Allies Act

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