Bipartisan Senate group calls for a 'robust' analysis of NAFTA proposals' effect on agriculture
The Commerce Department should conduct a “robust economic analysis” of how U.S.-proposed NAFTA changes would affect the agricultural sector, according to a group of 18 senators. In a Nov. 20 letter to Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross , the senators – noting they represent “states with significant agricultural economies” – say “we find it essential that Congress’ voice be heard.” “It is imperative that before any changes are made to NAFTA, or any other free trade agreement, that economic analysis that...