This Administration illegally collected hundreds of billions of dollars from American businesses. I’m requesting detailed information about how the Administration plans to reimburse the payors of those tariffs. My letter to Sec. Bessent ⬇️
![Dear Secretary Bessent:
In light of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision today that President Donald Trump exceeded his authority in imposing certain tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), the Department of the Treasury (Treasury) must prioritize prompt reimbursement to those businesses that have paid the substantial tariffs.
Given this Administration has illegally collected hundreds of billions of dollars from American businesses, that now must be refunded, I am requesting detailed information about how the Administration plans to fairly and expeditiously reimburse the payors of those tariffs.
The Administration should have been preparing for months for the potential that the Supreme Court would likely agree with the position taken by lower courts – including the Court of International Trade, district courts, and the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals – that the president exceeded his legal authority under IEEPA.[1] Many American businesses, especially small and medium-sized businesses, have struggled to pay these illegal tariffs and, for some, the financial strain has placed them on the brink of bankruptcy. Thus, it is essential Treasury implement an expeditious and transparent process to remediate the financial harm that resulted from these illegal tariffs.
As I understand it, when a good enters a U.S. port of entry, merchandise is classified and tariffs are assessed using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS). Importers self-classify and declare the value or quantity of their goods and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reviews the paperwork, collects any applicable tariffs, and deposits any revenue from tariffs or other penalties into the General Fund of the United States.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_fullsize/plain/did%3Aplc%3Ae3ap6sjaftiof33z6xjt54aa/bafkreicr5mgcygdru4qq2xfpu7hzvarhitw4utremfqjhicm7u3ggfds3m@jpeg)
![The Monthly Treasury Statement provides only an aggregate line item for “customs duties,” but we must have more detailed information to see precisely which firms, particularly small businesses, are shouldering the frontline cash burden of these tariff taxes. Therefore, we ask that you provide data regarding the revenues from IEEPA tariffs.
Specifically, please provide the following breakdown of the customs duties collected for the year 2024 and 2025:
Revenues collected on imports by country of origin.
Revenues collected for each Section of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
Revenues collected by the geographic location or state of the U.S. importers liable for payment of the duties.
The name and specific amount of revenue collected from each of the top 500 U.S. importers responsible for the highest level of duty payments
Further, Congress must also have detailed information in order to enable proper oversight and inform possible legislative action with respect to the fiscal fallout of remediating these illegal tariffs.
As you know, many companies now are pursuing refund claims through litigation.[2] Refunds, however, must not be limited to those businesses that chose to litigate or can afford to initiate litigation to seek the relief they are entitled to in light of the Supreme Court’s ruling. All businesses must have substantial clarity that the Administration will move forward with a timely, transparent, and equitable process for refunding money to which the government is not legally entitled.
Therefore, I request a detailed explanation of the Department of Treasury’s plans to process tariff refunds and the anticipated timeline for implementation. If there are no such plans in place, I urge the Department of Treasury to begin planning immediately for a tariff refund process that takes into account the following key considerations:
Procedures that are transparent;
Applicability to all affected parties, regardless of the status or disposition in the liquidation pr…](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_fullsize/plain/did%3Aplc%3Ae3ap6sjaftiof33z6xjt54aa/bafkreiaws4722w5vwb3tkrsk5yqg2nu65lbk65d653f3i3ntpxrxmb5siq@jpeg)
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Washington
Maria Cantwell
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Voting Record — 772
Yes29%
No71%
Present0%
Not Voting0%
Party align97%
Cross-party2%
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Maria Cantwell
U.S. SenatorDemocratWashington
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Maria's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 23 sponsored · 148 cosponsored
Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.
We need to really be concerned about America's competitiveness and thank God the court has given us some relief. (2/2)
Today's decision is so important because consumers all over our state and the country have been hurt. Small businesses, manufacturers, individual households have all had to pay higher prices on products that they can't afford. (1/2)
Today is the Day of Remembrance for Japanese internment, a day to remember that Japanese Americans were stripped of their freedom for no other reason than their heritage. We must continue to learn from this dark chapter in American history.
Childcare is a crisis in America, and we know parents need better options.
Today in Spokane, I stood with parents, childcare providers, and local leaders to announce a new affordable childcare facility. By lowering these costs, we're easing the burden on families.
Our hearts and prayers are with the Jackson family and the millions of supporters who understand the importance of the work he carried out both nationally and internationally most of his adult life. (2/2)
Jesse Jackson was a warrior, poet, and icon for civil rights and economic justice for more than 60 years. (1/2)
I congratulate the three Republican House members who stood up for Congress’ constitutional power. Now, I hope the rest of their conference will join a united Democratic caucus in a strong vote to reject the broad tariffs that are raising costs on American families.
www.politico.com/live-updates...
To further protect consumers’ pocketbooks, Congress should pass the Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency Act that will make PBMs’ spread pricing and claw backs permanently unlawful. (3/3)
The FTC can - and should - do even more to stop PBMs from engaging in unfair practices that drive up drug prices for Americans and force independent pharmacies out of business. (2/3)
The FTC’s recent settlement with Express Scripts over manipulation of insulin prices is a step in the right direction. (1/3)
www.reuters.com/world/cigna-...
Gonzaga's world-class researchers are leading the way – and ushering in the technologies of tomorrow.
Great talking to President Passerini about how new federal funding will bolster Gonzaga's R&D mission and unlock opportunities across the Spokane region.
Team USA, America is so proud of you! The United States is sending its largest Winter Olympics team ever—232 athletes from 32 states, including 10 from WA—to compete in the 2026 Games.
The Trump Administration is demanding our state’s voter rolls so they can get personal information about Washingtonians. You can't spy on Americans.
My appearance on Morning Joe ⬇️
Washingtonians will not be intimidated when it comes to voting. We know that voting rights are guaranteed by our Constitution, and Washington state’s vote-by-mail is safe and secure.
www.kiro7.com/news/local/a...
Americans have the right to express their views without being killed. We should know that we are upholding civil liberties.
The Department of Homeland Security and ICE should be investigated.
My speech on the Senate floor ⬇️
Great news for the Spokane tech hub! This means that there will now be a serious investment to support manufacturing jobs and grow our defense and commercial aerospace industries.
www.spokesman.com/stories/2026...
Pam Bondi has sued Washington state to get sensitive voter data.
I’m standing strong against efforts to undermine our voting system. Democracies don't grow on trees. They need to be protected, defended, and fought for. My letter to AG Bondi ⬇️
#BlackHistoryMonth is a time to celebrate the immense contributions of Black Americans to our society, culture, and politics. We also recommit ourselves to fighting racial inequities and ensuring equality for all Americans.
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Voting History
772 total votes
Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.
| Date | Bill | Question | Position | Party Maj | Align? | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-28 | H.R. 23 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-45, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-01-28 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | YES | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (77-22) |
| 2025-01-27 | — | End debate | YES | YES | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (97-0) |
| 2025-01-27 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Nomination Confirmed (68-29) |
| 2025-01-25 | — | End debate | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (67-23) |
| 2025-01-25 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (59-34) |
| 2025-01-24 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (61-39) |
| 2025-01-24 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (50-50, Vice President of the United States, voted Yea) |
| 2025-01-23 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-49) |
| 2025-01-23 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (74-25) |
| 2025-01-23 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (72-26) |
| 2025-01-22 | S. 6 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (52-47, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-01-21 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-45) |
| 2025-01-21 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (54-46) |
| 2025-01-20 | — | Confirm nominee | YES | YES | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (99-0) |
| 2025-01-20 | S. 5 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Bill Passed (64-35) |
| 2025-01-20 | S. 5 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Amendment Agreed to (75-24) |
| 2025-01-17 | S. 5 (119th) | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (61-35, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-01-15 | S. 5 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (46-49) |
| 2025-01-15 | S. 5 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | NO | ✕↔ | Amendment Agreed to (70-25) |
| 2025-01-13 | S. 5 (119th) | Begin consideration | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (82-10) |
| 2025-01-09 | S. 5 (119th) | End filibuster to begin debate | YES | YES | ✓ | Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (84-9, 3/5 majority required) |
Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.
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