Adopt resolution opposing 3 international trade agreements
In Plain English
The city council wants to formally oppose 3 proposed international trade deals: the Trans-Pacific Partnership, Trans-Atlantic Free Trade Agreement, and Trade in Services Agreement. These agreements would affect how countries trade goods and services with each other. If approved, Richmond joins other cities taking a stance against fast-tracking these federal trade negotiations.
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Votes
Adopt Resolution No. 17-15
5 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
Richmond officially opposes three major international trade agreements—the Trans-Pacific Partnership, Trans-Atlantic Free Trade Agreement, and Trade in Services Agreement—after the council passed a resolution with broad support in a 5-1 vote. Councilmember Bates abstained from the symbolic measure, which expresses the city's opposition to fast-tracking these federal trade negotiations. The resolution has no direct financial impact on Richmond but adds the city's voice to a growing number of municipalities taking positions on international trade policy. This is largely a symbolic action that reflects the council's stance on federal policy rather than affecting day-to-day city operations.
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