Cramer Supports Repeal of Country of Original Labeling (COOL) Legislation

Statement

Today, Congressman Kevin Cramer announced his support of U. S House of Representatives Agriculture Committee Chairman Mike Conaway's, legislation to repeal the Country of Origin Labeling or COOL law. The legislation was introduced after the World Trade Organization (WTO) ruled for the fourth time the COOL law violates international trade agreements.

"I realize some think we should try to negotiate a settlement with Canada and Mexico, but that time has passed. COOL advocates have exhausted all appeals and lost. It is time to repeal COOL and move forward with our North American trading partners rather than against them. We can take advantage of our joint reputation and create a new brand for a world market or face certain retaliation, a scenario where neither our producers or consumers win. The USDA study recently released as an obligation of last year's farm bill clearly demonstrates COOL is an idea that really never resonated with consumers nor produced the economic benefits it promised. Last week, I told Chairman Conaway I will support his bill to repeal COOL when it comes to the floor in June."

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