Joined Democrats in Protecting China from U.S. Tariffs
H.J.Res.39 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Commerce relating to "Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord With Presidential Proclamation 10414" passed the House (221-202) on April 28, 2023. The resolution seeks to repeal the Biden Administration's two year solar panel tariff suspension. Nine House Republicans voted with a majority of Democrats against the resolution, while twelve Democrats joined Republicans in voting for the resolution. Biden's tariff suspension helps Southeast Asian countries and China, while hurting U.S. manufacturers, which could potentially cause job loss in U.S. markets. The Senate passed the resolution 56-41 with one Republican voting against the resolution and nine Democrats voting with Republicans for the resolution. President Biden vetoed the resolution on May 17, 2023.
House Republicans who voted against the resolution:
Rep. John Curtis
Rep. Anthony D’Esposito
Rep. Andrew Garbarino
Rep. Nicholas LaLota
Rep. Mike Lawler
Rep. Thomas Massie
Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks
Rep. Marcus Molinaro
Senator who voted against the resolution:
Sen. Rand Paul