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Sens. Pull China Tariff Bill
After a personal plea from President Bush, Senators Charles Schumer and Lindsey Graham on Thursday withdrew…
GOP Nixes Trade Package
The bill, introduced by Ways and Means Chairman Bill Thomas, R-Calif., would have given extensive duty free…
Thomas Introduces Trade Bill in House
House Ways & Means Committee chairman Bill Thomas (R., Calif.) introduced a trade package Thursday that would…
Industry Wary Over New Customs Plan
The U.S. Customs & Border Protection's reorganization plan has stirred concerns among U.S. textile producers…
Senate Approves Oman Trade Deal
The Senate passed the U.S.-Oman Free Trade Agreement, despite opposition over its labor standards and the…
Looking for Ways to Ease Congestion
Congestion on U.S. highways and railroads and at ports is getting worse and the impact of an impending…
Congress Leaves Trade Issues in Flux
The Congressional trade agenda is being stymied by election-year pressures.
Dubrow Remembered as Labor Champion
Evelyn "Evy" Dubrow, who died in June at the age of 95, was remembered here Thursday as a tireless champion…
Port Security Measure Passed in Senate
The Senate passed a $6 billion port security bill Thursday that would implement programs at home and abroad…
Paulson Plans to Push China To Reform Currency on Visit
Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson Jr. said Thursday that he will urge China to adapt more flexible currency…
Dems Offer Amendments To Bill on Port Security
Democrats offered several amendments to beef up security at the nation's ports on Tuesday.
Coalition Lobbies Against ‘Unrealistic’ Port Screening
A coalition that includes four major apparel retailer and importer associations urged senators Thursday to…
Bill Looks to Raise Rank Of U.S. Textile Negotiator
Rep. Robin Hayes (R, N.C.) introduced legislation that would boost the rank of the U.S. special textile…
First Martin + Osa Unit Has Outdoor Feel Inside
The only thing missing from American Eagle's new retail concept, Martin + Osa, is an authentic waterfall, a…
Bush Labor Appointee Stirs Pro-Worker Wrath
Temporarily bypassing Congressional oversight, President Bush said Thursday he has named a lawyer who…