Number: RL32007
Title: Export-Import Bank: Financing Requirements and Restrictions
Authors: James K. Jackson, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: Some legislative restrictions on the Export-Import Bank likely serve primarily to advance very specific U.S. international economic or foreign policy goals and likely have a limited impact on the Banks activities. Other restrictions, however, may well reduce somewhat the pool of firms that seek Eximbanks assistance in promoting U.S. exports. As a result, this assortment of restrictions and policy objectives often makes it difficult to determine what standard to apply to assess how well the Bank is performing. This report details the major restrictions Congress has placed on Eximbanks activities.
Pages: 9
Date: Updated July 21, 2003