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International Engagement

Open markets for international trade and investment are essential for supporting U.S. economic growth and jobs. Business Roundtable supports policies that promote U.S. trade and investment, and create a level playing field for U.S. companies competing in global markets.

Recent Activities in International Engagement

July 6, 2015
News Release

“We urge Congress to pass a multi-year reauthorization of the Export-Import Bank in July to help U.S. companies sell their goods and services around the world and support jobs and economic growth across the country,” said Tom Linebarger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Cummins Inc. and Chair of the Business Roundtable International Engagement Committee.

June 29, 2015
News Release

“By enacting this important trade expansion legislation, Congress and the President took a major step toward creating more high-wage jobs for U.S. workers and greater opportunity for middle-class families,” said Business Roundtable Chairman Randall Stephenson, Chairman and CEO of AT&T Inc.

June 25, 2015
News Release

“By reauthorizing the Trade Adjustment Assistance program, the House of Representatives has made an important investment in workers’ skills and training,” said Tom Linebarger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Cummins Inc. and Chair of the Business Roundtable International Engagement Committee.

June 25, 2015
News Release

We are pleased members of the Senate today reauthorized the Trade Adjustment Assistance program, and urge the House to quickly pass the legislation. TAA is a useful program as a way to assure our workers that their skills and success are also a priority.

June 24, 2015
News Release

The Senate has voted to help complete strong trade agreements that open new markets for U.S. businesses, farmers and workers to compete in the global marketplace, support well-paying American jobs and deliver much-needed economic growth,” said Tom Linebarger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Cummins Inc. and Chair of the Business Roundtable International Engagement Committee. “We urge the President to sign this legislation and for the Senate and House to pass Trade Adjustment Assistance legislation as soon as possible.

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