Earl Blumenauer: “I appreciate the role that USTR has assumed on an area that I have been working on for the last 10 years dealing with…”

I find this hearing very meaningful.

But reauthorizing the programs without improving them is a missed opportunity.

I can speak confidently for House Democrats when I say we are firmly committed to reauthorization of AGOA and HOPE before their expiration next year.

I seek the time in opposition to the amendment, although I am not opposed to it. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman from Oregon is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.