Number: RL33045
Title: The Continued Dumping and Subsidy Offset Act ("Byrd Amendment")
Authors: Jeanne J. Grimmett, American Law Division; and Vivian C. Jones, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: This report discusses the controversy over the CDSOA in three parts. First, it covers briefly the background of the law, its effects, and the WTO dispute settlement case. Second, it discusses the congressional debate on the pros and cons of repealing the measure. Third, options for Congress are discussed.
Pages: 32
Date: February 2, 2006