H.Res. 817 · 114th Congress

Expressing continued support for the special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom and urging commencement of negotiations for the development of a North Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (NATIP) between the United States and the United Kingdom.

Stage
In committee
Introduced
2016-07-11
Latest action
2016-09-07 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging Threats.

Summary

Reaffirms the special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom.

Expresses respect for the decision of the June 23, 2016, referendum to leave the European Union and recognizes that it will not diminish the bond between the governments and people of the United States and the United Kingdom.

Supports bilateral and free trade discussions between the two countries.

Instructs the U.S. Trade Representative to begin negotiations with the United Kingdom for a new U.S.-United Kingdom North Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership.