Washington, DC--(ENEWSPF)--May 7, 2015. Today, Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth (IL-08) released the following statement on the Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) legislation, or “Fast Track,” currently being considered by Congress.
“As a member of Congress, it is my responsibility to carefully provide oversight on issues that make a real difference in the lives of working families,” said Duckworth. “Unfortunately, the Hatch-Wyden-Ryan deal does not ensure that American workers are put first. We need controls to make sure trade deals are negotiated in the best interests of my constituents in Illinois and all Americans . . .