Addressing Threats to the United States by the Government of Brazil
Imposes tariffs and diplomatic restrictions on Brazil, citing its continued purchase of Venezuelan oil in defiance of U.S. sanctions and other policy disagreements.
Section by Section
What each section does, and how they differ.
Declares a national emergency based on Brazilian government actions that infringe free expression, violate human rights, interfere with U.S. economy, and engage in political persecution.
Imposes a 40 percent additional ad valorem duty on Brazilian articles, effective 7 days after the order, with exceptions for items in transit and certain carve-outs.
Clarifies that duties are in addition to other charges unless subject to section 232 actions, and specifies carve-outs for certain materials and energy products.
Reserves the President's authority to modify the order based on retaliation or if Brazil takes steps to address the national emergency.
Directs the Secretary of State to monitor the situation and recommend additional action if the order is ineffective or if Brazil retaliates.
Authorizes the Secretary of State to employ the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to implement the order.
Directs State to submit recurring and final reports to Congress on the national emergency and authorities exercised.
Standard severability clause: if a court strikes any provision, the rest of the order stands.
Standard boilerplate: preserves existing agency authority, conditions the order on appropriations, and creates no enforceable private rights.