Sponsored by Gregory F. Murphy (R)
Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act
Extends duty-free treatment for Haitian apparel imports through December 31, 2028.
Tradeoff
Allows Haitian apparel to enter the US without tariffs, supporting Haiti's economy and textile industry. U.S. importers and retailers benefit from lower costs on certain apparel products.
What's in it
Reduces federal revenues by $93 million over 2026–2035.
The $93 million is foregone federal customs duties that would otherwise be collected, plus $13 million in refunds of duties paid during the lapse in authority.
The House passed this 345-45 on January 12, 2026 — sitting in the Senate.
House
Introduced
(Dec 9, 2025)
House
Committee on Ways and Means(Dec 9, 2025)
House
The Committee on Ways and Means voted to send it to the floor
Reported 41 - 0(Dec 10, 2025)
Committee report H. Rept. 119-418.
House
On Motion to and Pass, as Amended
Passed(Roll #15 · Jan 12, 2026)
345 yeanay 45Senate
Received from the House
on Finance(Jan 13, 2026)
- Adrian Smith (R-NE)
Passage votes so far· Jan 12, 2026· 119th Congress · 2025–2027