I strongly oppose H.R. 1886, in particular, language inserted at the Rules Committee to create a new but poorly designed trade preference program for Afghanistan and Pakistan.  While I would support a well-designed program to create jobs and spur economic development, this legislation is deeply flawed.   First, it brings virtually no economic ...

Mr. Speaker, I would also like to note a disturbing message that this vote sends about the priorities of the Majority when it comes to international trade:  they are happy to schedule votes on one-way preferences that open the U.S. market to more imports but refuse to vote on agreements that open markets to exports of American-made products and create good paying jobs for American ...