MI SR0020

Urges the U.S. Congress to oppose S. 1900 and H.R. 3830, which would fast-track the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade agreement and any similar legislation that keeps trade policymaking behind closed doors.

Objects to fast-track authority for limiting congressional debate, prohibiting amendments to trade deals, and keeping negotiation text secret until final, preventing public and state input.

States that fast-track procedures shut out state and local governments from trade negotiations, limiting their ability to influence discussions and ensure Michigan benefits from trade agreements.

Calls for reform of trade negotiating policies to increase transparency, public participation, and access for elected state officials in U.S. trade policymaking.

Directs transmission of the resolution to the President, U.S. Trade Representative, congressional leadership, and Michigan's congressional delegation.