CEA Praises House Passage of Trade Promotion Authority Legislation

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The following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro, president and CEO, Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), in response to today’s House passage of Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) legislation:

“We are thrilled the House today again voted for TPA. This vote is a huge step with the Administration and for a nation which rejects isolationism and protectionism. TPA simply requires that Congress approve or reject trade agreements the president negotiates. Every recent president has had this authority and it is necessary for this president and the next president to have credibility at the negotiating table. We hope and expect similar Senate action soon.”

About CEA:

The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the technology trade association representing the $286 billion U.S. consumer electronics industry. More than 2,000 companies enjoy the benefits of CEA membership, including legislative and regulatory advocacy, market research, technical training and education, industry promotion, standards development and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA also owns and produces CES – The Global Stage for Innovation. All profits from CES are reinvested into CEA’s industry services. Find CEA online at CE.org, InnovationMovement.com and through social media:http://www.ce.org/social.

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