Bill Passed in the Senate on August 8, 2026 · 90 Yea, 6 Nay, 3 Not Voting
Question: On Passage of the Bill H.R. 6500
In plain English: This bill extends duty-free trade benefits for most exports from eligible African countries until the end of 2028. It also continues customs fees until the end of 2031 and allows refunds for certain duties paid on imports from eligible African countries after September 30, 2025.
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027 This bill provides continuing FY2027 appropriations for federal agencies and extends various expiring programs and authorities. Specifically, the bill provides continuing FY2027 appropriations to federal agencies through the earlier of December 11, 2026, or the enactment of the applicable appropriations act. It is known as a continuing resolution (CR) and prevents a government shutdown that would otherwise occur if the FY2027 appropriations bi…