Sen. Moran Applauds Exemption of Salt from U.S. Tariffs on Canadian Imports

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today released the following statement after the Trump administration’s decision to exempt salt from tariffs on Canadian imports: “The administration’s decision is welcome news for Kansas businesses and taxpayers. When these tariffs were proposed, I urged the U.S. Trade Representative to consider the impact on Kansas taxpayers and local businesses, including Morton Salt and Compass Minerals, both headquartered in Overland Park, which own and operate Canadian mines and bring salt into the United States for distribution. Salt is a critical commodity in our state, particularly as we head into colder weather with local governments utilizing it to remove ice and keep Kansans safe on the roads. I appreciate the decision to grant this exemption and will continue engaging with the administration on trade policies impacting workers and local businesses in Kansas.” Items to note: In August, Sen. Moran raised concerns with U.S. Trade Representative Ambassador Jamieson Greer regarding the impact of the administration’s proposed 50 percent salt tariffs on Kansas businesses, local governments and taxpayers. # # #