Trade
June 29, 2017
Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) released the following statement today after the Office of the U.S Trade Representative (USTR) announced it will expand duty-free access under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) for a variety of travel goods not produced in the United States.
Issues:TradeWays & Means
June 23, 2017
When U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer appeared before the Ways and Means Committee on May 22 to discuss President Trump’s trade agenda, I had the opportunity to ask him about a number of agriculture trade priorities.
Issues:AgricultureTradeWays & Means
June 22, 2017
Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) questioned U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer on agriculture trade priorities in today’s Ways and Means Committee hearing on President Trump’s trade agenda. Smith focused on China’s approval of U.S. biotechnology products, but he also stressed the importance of NAFTA as well as duty-free treatment of travel goods under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP).
Issues:AgricultureTradeWays & Means
June 12, 2017
Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) released the following statement today after the Trump administration finalized an agreement to restore trade access for U.S. beef to China for the first time since 2003.
Issues:AgricultureTradeWays & Means
April 26, 2017
Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) released the following statement today in response to reports the Trump administration is considering an executive order to withdraw the U.S. from the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
Issues:AgricultureTradeWays & Means
March 31, 2017
Strong trade policy strengthens relationships around the world. Due to the efficiency of our agriculture producers, we have immense opportunity before us to boost our economy and improve diplomacy through trade. Pursuing an agreement with Japan, one of our allies and top trading partners, is a logical place to start.
Issues:AgricultureTradeWays & Means
March 30, 2017
Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) and Congressman Ted Yoho (R-FL) introduced H. Res. 236 today, a resolution urging the Trump administration to start the process of establishing a trade agreement with Japan.
Issues:AgricultureTrade
February 24, 2017
On March 1, 1867, Nebraska became the 37th state admitted to the Union. As we celebrate 150 years of statehood, we honor the legacies of all those who took great risks and overcame countless obstacles in pursuit of opportunity.
February 1, 2017
Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) received the Nebraska Wheat Growers Association’s Person of the Year Award and the National Association of Wheat Growers’ Wheat Advocate Award today in recognition of his support of the wheat industry and U.S. agriculture.
Issues:AgricultureTradeWays & Means
January 27, 2017
In the face of many challenges, including an endless churn of regulations from Washington, the efficiency and dedication of our producers has made the Third District the top-producing agriculture district in the country. Nebraska farmers and ranchers deserve not only our gratitude for their tireless work but also greater certainty and opportunity for future success.
Issues:AgricultureTradeWays & Means