Reichert Legislation Signed Into Law, Includes TPA

Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-8), a long-time leading advocate for expanded trade, issued the following statement after H.R. 2146, the Defending Public Safety Employees’ Retirement Act, which included the renewal of trade promotion authority, and H.R. 1295, the Trade Preferences Extension Act of 2015, which included the Congressman’s trade adjustment assistance provisions, were signed into law:

“Today, I had the opportunity to join the President for a historic moment. Years of hard-work have been put into the legislation that was signed today, making trade promotion authority a reality. With this tool in hand, we set the priorities for our trade negotiations and ensure that our current negotiations, such as the TPP, T-TIP, and TiSA, result in high-standard and comprehensive agreements. Of special importance to me is that trade promotion authority was attached to my legislation which protects the retirements of those who work to protect us. The second piece of legislation that was signed into law today continues to make sure those who need a little help in today’s changing world are able to receive it and have the opportunity to get back on their feet, by including the trade adjustment assistance provisions I introduced in the House. I’m excited to continue working with my colleagues to champion expanded trade and other policies that create jobs and grow our economy.”

More on H.R. 2146, here.

More on H.R. 1295, here.