Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027
To extend duty-free treatment provided with respect to imports from certain countries in Africa under the African Growth and Opportunity Act, to extend customs user fees, and for other purposes.
This bill, HB6500, aims to extend duty-free treatment for imports from certain African countries under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). It also seeks to extend customs user fees. The bill was introduced on December 9, 2025, and has since been referred, reported, and engrossed as of January 13, 2026. Recently, the Senate passed the bill with an amendment on August 8, 2026, by a vote of 90 to 6.
The bill would primarily affect businesses and consumers involved in trade with the specified African countries, ensuring continued tariff-free access for their products. This is expected to support economic growth and trade relations in the region. Additionally, the extension of customs user fees impacts the federal budget and the collection of import duties.
As of the last update, the bill has passed the Senate with an amendment and now awaits further action in the House. It has undergone several amendments and considerations, with the most recent significant activity being the Senate vote on August 8, 2026. The next steps involve House consideration and potential further amendments before final approval.
