February 01, 2013
Understanding Trade: Key Facts and Terms
Related Studies & Resources
We've created the following handbook to share key facts and terms surrounding international trade and its benefits.
Recent Studies and Resources
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04/10/2013 |
Background Paper on Conflict Minerals Disclosure Rule |
Section 1502 of the “Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act” (Dodd-Frank Act) directs the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to promulgate regulations regarding the use of conflict minerals from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and adjoining countries. |
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04/10/2013 |
Taking Action on Immigration |
The time has come for realistic immigration solutions that will both strengthen national security and boost economic growth. America needs an immigration system that places more resources toward enforcement of laws, produces a more dynamic and skilled labor force, and enables U.S. businesses and workers to compete more effectively in the global marketplace. Getting reform right is essential to a healthier economy — accelerating growth, encouraging hiring and creating jobs. |
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04/09/2013 |
Reauthorization of the Workforce Investment Act |
As Congress moves forward with the long-overdue reauthorization of the Workforce Investment Act (WIA), Business Roundtable encourages policymakers to embrace the following principles to ensure a far more effective and efficient workforce investment system in this nation. |
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04/08/2013 |
Background Paper on OTC Derivatives End-User Exemption |
Regulations implementing “Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act” (Dodd-Frank Act) provisions that impact end-users of derivatives need to be carefully tailored so that they do not disrupt risk-management practices that pose no systemic risk to the economy. |
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03/04/2013 |
Background Paper on Keystone XL Pipeline Project |
The State Department is responsible for issuing “presidential permits” for cross-border pipelines. In the past, such as the case with Enbridge’s Alberta Clipper pipeline, permits have been granted with little or no controversy. |
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