Craig Goldman (R-TX)
Stop EU Overreach Act
A Republican bill with 12 Republican cosponsors · See all 12 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Stop EU Overreach Act requires the United States Trade Representative to launch a formal investigation into certain European Union energy and environmental regulations. This investigation will look at whether these European rules place an unfair burden or cost on American companies and workers. If the investigation finds that the European Union is unfairly harming American commerce, the Trade Representative is directed to consider taking retaliatory trade actions. The bill also sets strict reporting requirements for the Trade Representative to keep Congress informed throughout the process. Finally, the bill includes sunset provisions so that the requirements end if the European Union removes these burdens or enters into a binding agreement with the United States.
Yes· 3 of 6
- Scored +2
Would business owners be better off under this?
The bill directly addresses and seeks to reduce compliance burdens on business owners and their entities.
- Scored +1
Is this likely to create jobs?
The bill may help protect U.S. business competitiveness by addressing burdensome foreign regulatory costs.
- Scored +1
Is this likely to grow the economy?
The bill aims to reduce compliance costs and competitive disadvantages for U.S. companies operating internationally.
The opposite
- Scored -2
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?
The bill challenges EU regulations specifically designed to manage carbon emissions and deforestation.
- Scored -1
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?
The potential for trade retaliation or duties could impact the availability and price of goods for consumers.
- Scored -1
Would union members be better off under this?
The bill's focus on reducing sustainability and supply chain due diligence obligations may impact labor standard monitoring.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of U.S. Commerce: Under Section 3(a)(1), the United States Trade Representative must investigate whether European Union regulations place unreasonable or discriminatory burdens on American commerce. This provides a formal process to push back against foreign rules that hurt American businesses and workers.
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Support for Affected Businesses and Workers: Under Section 3(c), the Trade Representative is required to consult with affected American citizens, trade associations, and labor representatives. This ensures that the people directly impacted by these foreign rules have a voice in the government's response.
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Clear Accountability and Reporting: Under Section 4, the Trade Representative must submit detailed reports to designated committees in Congress regarding the investigation, consultations, and potential remedial actions. This holds our elected officials and appointed leaders accountable by ensuring transparency in how they handle trade disputes.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Potential for Escalated Trade Tensions: Under Section 3(e)(1), if the Trade Representative makes an affirmative determination, they must consider actions such as imposing new duties on European imports or suspending trade agreement benefits. This could lead to a broader trade dispute that might increase costs for everyday consumers who buy imported goods.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The bill aims to reduce compliance costs and competitive disadvantages for U.S. companies operating internationally. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The bill targets the reduction of burdensome mandatory obligations on U.S. entities facing extraterritorial regulations. Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill may help protect U.S. business competitiveness by addressing burdensome foreign regulatory costs. Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices? — The potential for trade retaliation or duties could impact the availability and price of goods for consumers.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — The bill challenges EU regulations specifically designed to manage carbon emissions and deforestation.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — The bill directly addresses and seeks to reduce compliance burdens on business owners and their entities. Would union members be better off under this? — The bill's focus on reducing sustainability and supply chain due diligence obligations may impact labor standard monitoring.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill empowers the U.S. Trade Representative to take retaliatory actions against foreign regulatory overreach.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this make trade with other countries easier? — The bill seeks to ensure more fair and reciprocal trade terms by challenging discriminatory extraterritorial measures.
- 9/21/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/3/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/1/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/17/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/23/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- 8 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Jodey ArringtonRepublican · Texas
Gus BilirakisRepublican · Florida
Earl CarterRepublican · Georgia
Warren DavidsonRepublican · Ohio
Clay FullerRepublican · Georgia
Michael GuestRepublican · Mississippi
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
August PflugerRepublican · Texas
Pete SessionsRepublican · Texas
W. SteubeRepublican · Florida
Randy WeberRepublican · Texas
Roger WilliamsRepublican · Texas