Number: RL31780 Title: Trade and the 108th Congress: Major Legislative and Oversight Initiatives Authors: Raymond J. Ahearn, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division Abstract: Trade will continue to be an active topic for the 108th Congress. However, with the passage of the Trade Act of 2002, it is not expected that the 108th Congress will consider comprehensive legislation that might alter the basic foundation of U.S. trade statutes. Nevertheless, several legislative initiatives and active oversight of a growing number of specific issues can be expected. Pages: 15 Date: Updated March 11, 2003