Bill Would Add 30% Duty on Sheep and Lamb Imports from Australia and New Zealand

What This Bill Does

This bill would require the President to impose a 30 percent duty, starting 30 days after enactment, on sheep products and lamb products originating from Australia or New Zealand. It defines those terms broadly to include lamb meat, sheep products such as wool, and products made in whole or in part from those materials.

For ordinary Americans, the bill could raise the cost of imported lamb, wool, and related goods from Australia and New Zealand, which may affect consumers, food buyers, and businesses that use wool or lamb inputs. It could also benefit U.S. sheep producers by making competing imports more expensive.

Who This Bill Affects

For the general public, this bill would likely have a limited but real effect by making certain imported lamb and wool products from Australia and New Zealand more expensive. Consumers and businesses that buy those goods could see higher prices, while U.S. sheep producers could face less import competition.

Latest Status

January 30, 2026

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Will It Pass?

8% estimated chance of becoming law

Pass percentages are estimates and may be inaccurate.