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From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
USMCA WILL CREATE JOBS
The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from
Kentucky (Mr. Comer) for 5 minutes.
Mr. COMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend President Trump for
the recent bipartisan deal with Congress to replace NAFTA with a new
and significantly improved free trade agreement, the USMCA.
This deal will create jobs, boost our agriculture exports, and grow
the economy in Kentucky. It is good for our farmers and manufacturers,
and it will benefit all Americans.
The USMCA also encourages innovation, opens new markets for our
farmers, and strengthens enforcement and accountability with our
trading partners in the global economy.
Unfortunately, it took far too long for Speaker Pelosi and the House
Democrats to come to the table and move toward action on an important
priority to the American people. Their excessive, unfounded focus on
impeaching the President has created months of needless delay on a vote
on the USMCA, a vote we continue to await.
However, it is good news that a deal has finally been reached. It is
one that will provide our economy with increased stability and
confidence. But now that we finally have an agreement on a deal
negotiated by the President over a year ago, Democratic leadership must
act quickly and bring the USMCA to the floor for a vote. My
constituents and all Americans deserve no less than a government that
works for them rather than one that plays political games with our
economy.
The need for a modern agreement with our major trading partners has
been neglected for long enough. We must now do our duty and take a vote
on the USMCA, which will help us remain competitive in the 21st century
economy.
Recognizing Cumberland County Judge Executive John Phelps
Mr. COMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize my friend,
Cumberland County Judge Executive John Phelps, for his recent selection
to serve as president of the Kentucky County Judge/Executive
Association.
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This prestigious organization serves as the unified voice for county
judge executives in all of Kentucky's 120 unique counties. Judge Phelps
will do good work in this role to promote the improvements of county
governments all across Kentucky.
In Kentucky, we are fortunate to have strong leaders in our
courthouses and city halls, many of whom serve cities and counties in
the First Congressional District. These include leaders like Judge
Phelps, whose exceptional service and commitment to addressing the
needs of local government stand out.
I am excited to see him get started in this important job and know
that he will be a strong advocate for the many needs of county
governments. His service will benefit not only Cumberland County and
south central Kentucky, but also the Commonwealth of Kentucky as a
whole.
I am honored to recognize Judge John Phelps, whose distinguished
record of service in Cumberland County and his many private-sector
accomplishments in the real estate business will serve him well in this
new role.
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