In general
The Trade Representative shall coordinate the consideration of international trade policy issues that arise as a result of, and shall develop international trade policy as it relates to, the implementation of this subchapter.
Negotiating functions
The Trade Representative has responsibility for coordinating United States discussions and negotiations with foreign countries for the purpose of establishing mutual arrangements with respect to standards-related activities. In carrying out this responsibility, the Trade Representative shall inform and consult with any Federal agency having expertise in the matters under discussion and negotiation.
Cross reference
section 2171 of this titleFor provisions of law regarding general authority of the Trade Representative with respect to trade agreements, see .
Pub. L. 96–39, title IV, § 41193 Stat. 243Pub. L. 103–182, title III, § 351(b)(2)107 Stat. 2122Pub. L. 104–295, § 21(b)(1)110 Stat. 3529(, , ; , , ; , (2), , , 3530.)
Editorial Notes
Amendments
Pub. L. 104–295, § 21(b)(1)Pub. L. 103–182, § 351(b)(2)1996—, amended directory language of . See 1993 Amendment notes below.
Pub. L. 104–295, § 21(b)(2)Subsec. (c). , substituted “Trade Representative” for “Special Representatives”.
Pub. L. 103–182, § 351(b)(2)(B)Pub. L. 104–295, § 21(b)(1)1993—, as amended by , substituted “Trade Representative” for “Special Representative” in section catchline.
Pub. L. 103–182, § 351(b)(2)(A)Pub. L. 104–295, § 21(b)(1)Subsecs. (a), (b). , as amended by , substituted “Trade Representative” for “Special Representative” wherever appearing.