Proclamation on National Security Adjustments to Imports of Aluminum, Steel, and Copper

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, including Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended (19 U.S.C. § 1862), and prior proclamations on steel (Proclamation 9704), aluminum (Proclamation 9705), and related actions, I hereby strengthen import adjustments for national security. The Secretary of Commerce has determined, following investigation, that imports of aluminum, steel, and copper threaten to impair U.S. national security by undermining domestic production capacity essential for defense infrastructure, energy grids, and manufacturing. To address this, effective 30 days from this proclamation, a 25% ad valorem duty applies to steel and aluminum imports (increased from prior rates where applicable), and a new 15% ad valorem duty applies to copper imports, excluding allies under quota agreements. Exemptions for Canada, Mexico, and others continue per prior terms, adjustable by the Secretary of Commerce. These measures sunset on September 1, 2031 (5 years), unless extended by joint resolution of Congress. The Secretary of Commerce shall submit annual reports to the congressional committees on commerce, armed services, and ways and means, detailing import volumes, domestic production impacts, and security assessments. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) shall audit implementation annually and report findings to Congress. Duties collected shall deposit to the Treasury general fund. Up to $50 million annually from these duties funds enforcement by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Commerce oversight, with excess reverting to general fund. Violations enforced under 19 U.S.C. § 1592, with penalties up to seizure and fines. This proclamation clarifies statutory authority, ensures congressional oversight, and preserves judicial review. It does not affect existing trade agreements absent further action. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this [date].