Max Baucus: “The conference report for H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, includes provisions that would…”

“The conference report for H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, includes provisions that would modernize and expand the trade adjustment assistance program to reflect today's economy. This has been my highest trade priority. It has been the priority of workers and labor unions. And it has been the priority of the business community. We all recognize the importance of passing a TAA bill that helps American workers, firms, farmers and communities. Earlier this week, I received letters of support from the following groups: AFL-CIO; Change to Win; United Auto Workers; United Steelworkers; Trade and American Competitiveness Coalition with over 50 businesses; and the Information Technology Industry Council.”