The House Resolution introduced by Representatives Waxman, Venkata, Sanchez, Pielli, and Harkins on May 13, 2025, condemns the tariff policy of the President of the United States, urging an end to this approach. The resolution highlights the erratic and unpredictable nature of the President's tariff announcements, particularly the April 2, 2025, announcement of reciprocal tariffs on over 100 countries, which caused significant turmoil in global stock markets and raised concerns about a potential recession. It emphasizes the negative impact of these tariffs on American households, especially lower-income families, and the additional financial burden placed on businesses in Pennsylvania, amounting to an estimated $5.3 billion.

The resolution further criticizes the President's lack of a coherent strategy regarding tariffs, suggesting that the inconsistent policy is damaging the United States' reputation as a reliable trading partner and ally. It argues that the President's tariff policy is unlikely to achieve its intended economic goals and instead will lead to increased costs for Americans and decreased investment and confidence in the U.S. economy. The resolution calls for the President to reconsider and terminate this tariff policy, with copies of the resolution to be sent to the President and Pennsylvania's congressional delegation.