A bill to withdraw normal trade relations treatment with respect to the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.

Senate Bill

S. 3566

119th Congress

A bill to withdraw normal trade relations treatment with respect to the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.

In Committee

Introduced:Dec 18, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Rick Scott

R - FL

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Summary

This bill would eliminate special trade benefits that China currently receives, treating it differently than other major trading partners. Senator Rick Scott's proposal aims to change America's economic relationship with China by removing preferential tariff rates and trade advantages. The legislation reflects growing concerns about competing with China on more restrictive trade terms.

Latest Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

Introduced12/18/2025

StatusRead twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

ChamberSenate

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Vote Prediction

A bill to withdraw normal trade relations treatment with respect to the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.

This bill would eliminate special trade benefits that China currently receives, treating it differently than other major trading partners. Senator Rick Scott's proposal aims to change America's economic relationship with China by removing preferential tariff r

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This bill would eliminate special trade benefits that China currently receives, treating it differently than other major trading partners. Senator Rick Scott's proposal aims to change America's economic relationship with China by removing preferential tariff rates and trade advantages. The legislation reflects growing concerns about competing with China on more restrictive trade terms.

Bill Number: 3566
Introduced: 12/18/2025
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Policy Area: Foreign Trade and International Finance

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Fact Sheet

Title: A bill to withdraw normal trade relations treatment with respect to the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.
Bill Number: 3566
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Introduced: 12/18/2025
Summary: This bill would eliminate special trade benefits that China currently receives, treating it differently than other major trading partners. Senator Rick Scott's proposal aims to change America's economic relationship with China by removing preferential tariff rates and trade advantages. The legislati

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would eliminate special trade benefits that China currently receives, treating it differently than other major trading partners. Senator Rick Scott's proposal aims to change America's economic relationship with China by removing preferential tariff rates and trade advantages. The legislation reflects growing concerns about competing with China on more restrictive trade terms.

Last updated: 3/2/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Would revoke 'most favored nation' trade status and other preferential treatment currently extended to China
Could lead to higher tariffs on Chinese imports, potentially affecting prices on consumer goods like electronics, clothing, and household items
Represents a harder-line approach to U.S.-China economic relations amid ongoing tensions over national security and economic competition
Has no cosponsors yet and faces significant hurdles, as changing China's trade status would have major economic ramifications for both countries

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

American consumers could see higher prices on many everyday products manufactured in China, from smartphones to furniture, if increased tariffs are passed on by retailers. U.S. businesses that rely on Chinese imports or have supply chains in China would face higher costs and potential disruptions. The bill could also trigger retaliatory measures from China, affecting American farmers and exporters who sell goods to Chinese markets, while potentially encouraging companies to diversify their manufacturing away from China.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

3566, 119th Congress (2025). "A bill to withdraw normal trade relations treatment with respect to the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-s-3566