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S. 990 (103rd)

Shipbuilding Trade Reform Act of 1993

openUnited States· United States Congress· EN

Introduced

19 May 1993

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Subcommittee on International Trade. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 103-552.

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Summary

Shipbuilding Trade Reform Act of 1993 - Requires the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary) to establish a list of foreign countries that provide direct or indirect subsidies for the construction or repair of vessels. Authorizes a party to commence an action in the U.S. Court of International Trade contesting any determination with respect to a country's listing. Imposes penalties upon a country for: (1) providing false information with respect to a subsidy investigation; (2) renewing such subsidies; or (3) failing to eliminate such subsidies. Requires the United States in any negotiations with a foreign country for the elimination of subsidies for the construction or repair of vessels to be conducted in full consultation with affected U.S. industries. Requires the Secretary to: (1) monitor the compliance of each foreign country that is a party to any agreement; and (2) place a foreign country on the subsidizing country list if it is in noncompliance with such agreement.

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