Grasse Responds to Supreme Court Striking Down Federal Tariff Schemes, Win for Affordability

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, issued the following statement on Friday in response to the Supreme Court ruling that overturned the Trump Administration’s unlawful tariff policies related to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA):

“The Supreme Court’s decision to strike down many of the aggressive and unnecessary tariffs driving up the cost-of-living is going to help make life more affordable for millions of Illinoisans. From small business owners who were forced to raise their prices and see demand for their products dwindle, to working people who suddenly couldn’t afford vital expenses, this ruling represents a step toward stability.

“Now it’s time for reimbursement. Working people bore most of the financial burden of these tariffs, and the federal government got billions. That money should be returned to the taxpayers to help undo the damage of the illegal tax they were forced to pay.

“From childcare and healthcare to housing and utility bills, building a more affordable Illinois won’t be solved by a single court decision; the work isn’t over. However, putting an end to irresponsible federal policies that were pushing up costs across the board is a step in the right direction. Let’s choose a smarter economic path forward.”