April 29, 2026legislativeChina trade policycost estimate
CBO scores China Exchange Rate Accountability Act at under $500,000
The Congressional Budget Office scored H.R. 8290 on April 29, 2026, at less than $500,000 over 2026-2031 to implement. The low cost reflects modest administrative expenses for Treasury reporting on China's IMF compliance and exchange rate practices. (Congressional Budget Office, Apr. 29, 2026)