Finance Committee Advances USTR Nominee

Washington, D.C.--The U.S. Senate Finance Committee today advanced the nomination of Jamieson Greer to be United States Trade Representative (USTR), by a vote of 15-12.  Following the vote, Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) issued the following statement:
“Mr. Greer has the experience and much-needed determination to successfully advocate for American farmers, ranchers, workers and manufacturers.  Throughout this confirmation process, he has clearly committed to expanding global market access for Americans and working closely with Congress.  I look forward to working with him and his nomination being considered by the full Senate.”
Mr. Greer was reported out of the committee by a vote of 15 to 12.  An executive summary can be foundhere.
Chairman Crapo’s full statement at the nomination hearing can be readhere, and his statement at the executive session can be foundhere.
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