Rep. Smith Questions U.S. Trade Representative on Barriers to Trade

WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) questioned United States Trade Representative Ron Kirk about regulatory barriers American farmers and ranchers face with U.S. trading partners. Ambassador Kirk testified for the first time before a hearing of the House Committee on Ways and Means, to which Smith was recently appointed.

"The government's role should be making certain our trading partners maintain predictable and timely regulations based on science, not politics, so our agriculture producers can meet growing global demands for their products without obstacles," Smith said. "We must work closely with our trading partners to eliminate barriers hindering Nebraska farmers and ranchers from entering new markets - especially those not based on sound science."

To view video of Congressman Smith's question, click here.