Scott Statement on 'Fast Track' Vote

WASHINGTON — House Committee on Education and the Workforce Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (D-VA) issued the following statement on stand-alone legislation to grant the President Trade Promotion Authority, commonly known as Fast Track:

“As I did last week, I again opposed Trade Promotion Authority because it lacks sufficient safeguards to ensure that labor standards, environmental standards, and consumer protections are respected in partner countries and here at home.  I remain concerned that the Trans-Pacific Partnership -- the multi-nation trade deal currently being negotiated by the President and the impetus for today’s vote -- is not the best course of action for our economy or America’s middle class.”

To read Ranking Member Scott’s statement on last week’s trade package votes, please click here.

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