Securing Accountability in Foreign Entries Act

House Bill

H.R. 7812

119th Congress

Securing Accountability in Foreign Entries Act

In Committee

Introduced:Mar 5, 2026

Primary Sponsor

Jodey Arrington

R - TX

Cosponsors

0

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Summary

HR 7812 would update customs laws from 1930 to place stricter requirements on companies that import goods into the United States. The bill aims to enhance accountability and transparency in the import process, potentially affecting how businesses bring products across U.S. borders. Representative Jodey Arrington introduced this measure to modernize nearly century-old trade regulations.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Introduced3/5/2026

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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Securing Accountability in Foreign Entries Act

HR 7812 would update customs laws from 1930 to place stricter requirements on companies that import goods into the United States. The bill aims to enhance accountability and transparency in the import process, potentially affecting how businesses bring product

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HR 7812 would update customs laws from 1930 to place stricter requirements on companies that import goods into the United States. The bill aims to enhance accountability and transparency in the import process, potentially affecting how businesses bring products across U.S. borders. Representative Jodey Arrington introduced this measure to modernize nearly century-old trade regulations.

Bill Number: 7812
Introduced: 3/5/2026
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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Title: Securing Accountability in Foreign Entries Act
Bill Number: 7812
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Introduced: 3/5/2026
Summary: HR 7812 would update customs laws from 1930 to place stricter requirements on companies that import goods into the United States. The bill aims to enhance accountability and transparency in the import process, potentially affecting how businesses bring products across U.S. borders. Representative Jo

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

HR 7812 would update customs laws from 1930 to place stricter requirements on companies that import goods into the United States. The bill aims to enhance accountability and transparency in the import process, potentially affecting how businesses bring products across U.S. borders. Representative Jodey Arrington introduced this measure to modernize nearly century-old trade regulations.

Last updated: 3/6/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Updates the 1930 Tariff Act with new requirements for 'importers of record'—the businesses officially responsible for bringing goods into the U.S.
Could increase compliance obligations and documentation requirements for companies engaged in international trade
Aims to strengthen oversight of the import process, potentially improving customs enforcement and supply chain transparency
Currently has no cosponsors and is in the early stages of review by the Ways and Means Committee

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would primarily affect businesses involved in importing goods, from small retailers to large corporations, potentially requiring them to meet stricter documentation and accountability standards. Consumers could indirectly benefit from improved supply chain transparency and enforcement, though increased compliance costs for importers might be passed along through product prices. The changes could also strengthen the government's ability to track and regulate international trade entering U.S. markets.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

7812, 119th Congress (2026). "Securing Accountability in Foreign Entries Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-7812

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