TODAY: Senate voted 97-1 to Extend GSP/AGOA/Haiti Preferences, Customs Auth Bill, TPA Legislation
Ray Bucheger
Update on TPA Vote:
The Senate voted Yes today on a cloture motion for a combined TPA/Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) bill. A cloture vote is a procedural vote that is required to avoid a filibuster. The vote means the Senate will proceed to debate on the TPA/TAA bill with a final vote likely happening next week
Update on Customs Bill:
Moments ago the Senate passed the Customs bill by a vote of 78-20.