Economic growth and opportunity in Nebraska’s Third District is powered by agricultural trade.While the United States makes up approximately 5 percent of the world’s population, America’s hardworking farmers and ranchers create enough surplus to export $200 billon in food, fuel, and fiber annually while utilizing fewer and fewer acres each year.
Robust engagement on trade opportunities is vital to unleashing this potential, yet the Biden administration has neglected to pursue enforceable trade agreements and often ignored Congress’ constitutional role in shaping trade policy.While President Biden has had numerous opportunities to personally address issues like Mexico’s unscientific ban on U.S.-grown corn, which threatens market access for American farmers and is a direct violation of United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) commitments, he has failed to do so.
As chairman of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Trade, I am working to ensure American agriculture producers have every opportunity to be successful. This includes ensuring strong enforcement of international trade agreements, expanding export opportunities, and securing our supply chains to benefit workers and consumers at home and abroad.
