Neal Dunn: “It is a pleasure to stand and speak on behalf of this bill. It has been a long time in coming. I want to congratulate…”

“It is a pleasure to stand and speak on behalf of this bill. It has been a long time in coming. I want to congratulate Chairman Thomas for successfully negotiating this agreement. America has been falling behind in expanding trade since the expiration of TPA back in 1994. We produce the highest quality services, the most bountiful crops, and the most advanced technologies in the world. Yet the high tariffs we face overseas destroy our competitive edge. While our foreign competitors weave a web of preferential trade opportunities for themselves, American companies, farmers, and workers continue to face higher tariffs and other barriers that hinder access to American products and American services. In Washington State where one out of three jobs is related to trade, we know that expanding trade opportunities works for America. Today we renew our commitment to engage in trade by passing a TPA bill that will expand access to markets and reduce other trade barriers. TPA will enhance our competitiveness, create jobs, and help bolster our economic recovery. It is time for Congress to pass TPA.”