Imposing Duties to Address the Flow of Illicit Drugs Across Our Northern Border
Imposes a 25% tariff on all imports from Canada, citing the flow of illicit drugs (primarily fentanyl) across the northern border. Uses the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) as the legal authority, a novel application that became the central legal issue in the tariff litigation. Blocked in court.
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What each section does, and how they differ.
Canada's failure to intercept drug trafficking poses an emergency; 25% and 10% tariffs on Canadian articles are imposed.
Canadian articles: 25% duty (or 10% for energy); effective Feb 4, 2025; goods loaded before Feb 1 are exempted.
DHS consults with State, DOJ, and White House on Canada's actions; upon determination of sufficient cooperation, tariffs are removed.
DHS is authorized to implement via IEEPA and take all necessary actions.
DHS coordinates reporting to Congress on the national emergency under IEEPA.
Linked Court Cases (4)
***Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump***, 607 U.S. ___ (Feb. 20, 2026) -- SCOTUS ruled 6-3 that IEEPA does not authorize the President to impose tariffs.
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Litigation Summary
Component of the consolidated IEEPA tariff litigation.; ***Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump***, 607 U.S. ___ (Feb. 20, 2026) -- SCOTUS ruled 6-3 that IEEPA does not authorize the President to impose tariffs.