H.R. 1386House117th Congress (2021-2023)In Committee

Country of Origin Labeling Requirement Act

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The Country of Origin Labeling Requirement Act would make online retailers clearly show where each product sold on their website or app was made or assembled. It applies to anyone operating a retail website or mobile app that offers products for sale. The rule is enforced by the Federal Trade Commission, treating non‑compliance as an unfair or deceptive practice. Individuals who simply use another’s site to sell items are not covered.

Key Provisions

Retail websites and apps must display the product’s country of origin in a clear, conspicuous way.
The disclosure requirement does not apply to individuals who sell through a site owned by someone else.
Violations are treated as unfair or deceptive acts under the FTC Act, giving the FTC enforcement authority.
The FTC enforces the rule using the same powers and penalties it has under existing FTC law.

Legislative Activity

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HouseCommittee Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.

Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade Subcommittee

February 26, 2021

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HouseIntro Referral

Introduced in House

February 25, 2021

HouseIntro Referral

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Energy and Commerce Committee

February 25, 2021

HouseCommittee

Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.

Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade Subcommittee

February 26, 2021

Floor Debate

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What members said about H.R. 1386 on the floor

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Rep. Bennie G. ThompsonD-MS-2 · Jun 14, 2021

Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor a tenacious and ambitious community advocate, Ms. Krystal Hamlin. Krystal has shown what can be done through hard work, dedication, and a desire to serve others.…

Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor a tenacious and ambitious community advocate, Ms. Krystal Hamlin.

Krystal has shown what can be done through hard work, dedication, and a desire to serve others. Krystal is a native of Vicksburg, MS. She graduated from Alcorn State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work; and obtained a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of New England. Krystal strives daily to live by this motto: Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

Krystal has worked as a Mental Health Therapist with Medgar Evers Home Solution and she worked in several advocacy roles with the Vicksburg Child Abuse Prevention Center. Krystal has provided court advocacy services to numerous victims of domestic violence locally and surrounding areas throughout the state of Mississippi. Krystal has served as an interim counselor at Haven House Family Shelter, where she provided individual and group counseling to residents and transitional residents. In 2017 and 2018, she collaborated with the Vicksburg Police Department (``Beverly Prentiss' Victims' Empowerment Program'') to educate members of the community. In 2019, Krystal helped organize a community event ``Taking Steps against Domestic Violence,'' that brought awareness to domestic violence related issues in Warren County, where over one hundred participants were present. Also, she has been a panelist in several domestic violence related discussions.

Krystal Hamlin currently serves as the Outreach Coordinator for the Haven House Family Shelter. Throughout the past 4\1/2\ years she has assisted numerous victims of domestic violence obtain protection orders, file charges against abusers and most importantly, she has dedicated a considerable amount of time advocating for victims. Krystal has passionately advocated for laws at the MS State Capitol, in turn MS House Bill 1386 and MS Senate Bill 2680 were both passed into law. She has provided training to faith base leaders and its members, local Head-Start Centers, Warren County Youth court and Department of Human Services staff. Most recently, she was a presenter at the 15th Annual Guardian Ad Litem training; her topic of discussion was ``Understanding Domestic Violence and the effects it has on Victims and Children.'' Krystal facilitates the Community Coordinated Response Team in Warren County.

Krystal received the Mississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence (MCADV) 2021 Outstanding Service to Crime Victims Award presented by Attorney General's Office.

She loves life and helping others see the power they possess. Krystal loves spending a great deal of time with her 3-year-old son, Larry.

Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Ms. Krystal Hamlin for her passion and dedication to others and desire to make a difference in the community.

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Introduced in HouseIssued February 25, 2021

117th CONGRESS

1st Session

H. R. 1386

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

February 25, 2021

Mr. Van Drew introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce

A BILL

To require retailers who offer products for purchase through a website to disclose on such website the country of origin for each product offered for sale.

Short title

This Act may be cited as the Country of Origin Labeling Requirement Act.

Country of origin disclosure requirements for products sold on retail websites

(a)

Disclosure requirement

Any person that operates an Internet website (including a mobile application) and that sells or offers for sale any product through such website or application, shall disclose on such website or application, in a clear and conspicuous manner, the country in which such product was manufactured or finally assembled.

(b)

Exclusion

The requirements in subsection (a) shall not be construed to apply to any individual who uses a website operated by another person to sell or offer for sale any good or product.

Enforcement by the Federal Trade Commission

(a)

Unfair or deceptive acts or practices

A violation of section 1(a) shall be treated as a violation of a regulation under section 18(a)(1)(B) of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 57a(a)(1)(B)) regarding unfair or deceptive acts or practices.

(b)

Powers of the commission

The Commission shall enforce section 1(a) in the same manner, by the same means, and with the same jurisdiction, powers, and duties as though all applicable terms and provisions of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 41 et seq.) were incorporated into and made a part of this Act. Any person who violates such section shall be subject to the penalties and entitled to the privileges and immunities provided in the Federal Trade Commission Act.

(c)

Effect on other laws

Nothing in this Act shall be construed in any way to limit or affect the authority of the Commission under any other provision of law.