NotiCEA Flash: The Committee on Ways and Means also approved TLC with Colombia
A few minutes ago the Ways and Means Committee from the House of Representatives carried out the “mock mark up” regarding the FTA with Colombia. After a discussion regarding possible alteration to the law implementation project, which did not go through, Representative Dave Camp (D-MI) asked his colleagues to vote. The vote was partisan, meaning all republicans voted in favor while all democrats voted against resulting in 22 votes in favor and 14 against.
Considering the results, it would be likely for the Obama administration to present the FTA with Colombia for the congress´s consideration within the next days. Although there have been large advances, there is still road to cover ahead and to have a plenary vote in the Senate and Chamber, for that reason now more than ever, it is important to have the support from all of your Headquarters. Visiting, calling and/or writing a letter to the different members of congress and Senate to achieve the needed approval by all the American companies.