A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the proposed "joint interpretation" of Annex 14-C of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement prepared by United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai is of no legal effect with respect to the United States or any United States person unless it is approved by Congress.

1/17/2025, 5:18 AM
Referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S187)
Bill 119 sconres 5 is a concurrent resolution that addresses the proposed "joint interpretation" of Annex 14-C of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) by United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai. The resolution expresses the sense of Congress that this interpretation holds no legal weight in the United States or for any US person unless it is officially approved by Congress.

The resolution highlights the importance of congressional approval in matters related to international trade agreements, emphasizing the role of Congress in shaping and implementing trade policies. It asserts that any interpretation of the USMCA must be subject to congressional scrutiny and approval to ensure that it aligns with the interests and priorities of the United States.

Overall, Bill 119 sconres 5 underscores the significance of congressional oversight in trade negotiations and agreements, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in the interpretation and implementation of international trade deals.
Congress
119

Number
SCONRES - 5

Introduced on
2025-01-15

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/15/2025

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S187)
Bill 119 sconres 5 is a concurrent resolution that addresses the proposed "joint interpretation" of Annex 14-C of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) by United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai. The resolution expresses the sense of Congress that this interpretation holds no legal weight in the United States or for any US person unless it is officially approved by Congress.

The resolution highlights the importance of congressional approval in matters related to international trade agreements, emphasizing the role of Congress in shaping and implementing trade policies. It asserts that any interpretation of the USMCA must be subject to congressional scrutiny and approval to ensure that it aligns with the interests and priorities of the United States.

Overall, Bill 119 sconres 5 underscores the significance of congressional oversight in trade negotiations and agreements, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in the interpretation and implementation of international trade deals.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the proposed "joint interpretation" of Annex 14-C of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement prepared by United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai is of no legal effect with respect to the United States or any United States person unless it is approved by Congress.

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Referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S187)