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H.Res.1124 / 111th Congress

Supporting President Obama and his agenda to strengthen United States trade relations in Asia and with key partners like South Korea, Panama, and Colombia.

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Official summary

Version 00 · Introduced in House · Feb 26, 2010

Supports President Obama's agenda to strengthen U.S. trade relations in Asia and with key partners like South Korea, Panama, and Colombia.

Declares that the House of Representatives remains concerned that the United States risks losing markets in Colombia, Panama, and South Korea to its competitors due to its inaction as these and other countries move forward with their respective free trade agreements.

Calls on President Obama to: (1) submit to Congress the trade agreements the United States has signed with Colombia, Panama, and South Korea; and (2) work to ensure their passage as soon as possible.

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Who introduced it

Rep. Mack, Connie [R-FL-14] · R–FL

Committees

  • Ways and Means Committee
2 cosponsorship records, including any withdrawals

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  1. Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

  2. Introduced in House

  3. Introduced in House

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