Pink Tariffs Study Act

This bill orders a government study on whether U.S. import tariffs unfairly hit some people more than others. It looks at two big questions: are tariffs “regressive” (hitting everyday goods harder than luxury items), and do they show gender bias (for example, higher taxes on women’s clothing than men’s). The Treasury Department must work with Customs and Border Protection and consult trade agencies, then send Congress a report within one year of the law taking effect. The report must break down impacts by gender, income level, and household type, and even check if people avoid buying certain imported goods because of tariffs.

This does not change tariffs right now. It could set the stage for future changes if the study finds unfair patterns.

• Who is affected: U.S. consumers and families, especially women and lower‑income households, depending on what the study finds.
• What changes: The government must produce a detailed report on whether tariffs are unequal or biased, with clear examples and data.
• When: The report is due within one year after the law is enacted.