Number: RL33162 Title: Trade Integration in the Americas Authors: M. Angeles Villarreal, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division Abstract: The efforts of the United States in regional trade integration in the Americas are significant for Congress because U.S. participation in any free trade agreement may only be done with the legislative approval of the Congress. Trade is a controversial issue for Congress. This report provides background information and analysis on U.S. trade policy with Latin America. Pages: 30 Date: January 25, 2006