President Trump has issued an executive order to begin investigations into national security concerns regarding copper imports under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962.

President Trump has issued an Executive Order to begin investigations into national security concerns regarding copper imports under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962.

The results of the investigation are due in November 2025 and will potentially lead to tariffs being placed on all copper imports coming into the United States. This process follows a similar pathway that President Trump took during his first term for steel and aluminum imports.

With additional news on tariffs continuously developing, AGC has developed a Tariff Resource Center for contractors to track all developments and navigate tariff challenges. This center includes a Tariff Memo that highlights important information on how the administration’s trade policies affect the construction industry.

AGC continues to develop resources, educating the construction community, and advocating for contractors on key issues related to these policies. New resources will be added and updated regularly to help contractors stay informed and navigate tariff-related challenges.

For more information, please contact Deniz Mustafa or Jordan Howard.