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BillHR 9057 · 119

COOL Online Act

Introduced
May 29, 2026
Cosponsors
1
Traction
0
Last Action
May 29, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires online retailers to display country of origin labels for certain products, making it easier for consumers to know where their purchases come from. Funds the enforcement of these labeling requirements through existing regulatory agencies.

Sponsored By

Carlos A. Gimenez
Republican · Florida · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 29, 2026
  3. May 29, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects online shoppers, who will have more information about the origin of products they buy, and online retailers, who will need to comply with the new labeling requirements. It also impacts importers and manufacturers, who must provide accurate country of origin information to retailers.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Commerce
IntroducedMay 29, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 29, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Subjects
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.