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Important Links:
A Basic Guide to Exporting - 2009 Update
Gold Key streamlined fee schedule
The Trade Compliance Center - Making America’s trade agreements work for you.
Employment & Training Administration - Trade adjustment assistance.
Invest In America - Outreach to foreign governments and investors.
Federal 2008 National Export Strategy - Multiple trends contributing to strong U.S. exports.
ITA Work Reference Charts - Download current organizational charts for ITA

CALL TO ACTION !!!
The budget process is in full swing in Washington DC, and the House and Senate appropriations sub committees have the Commercial Service in their sights for an additional $5 million cut. Make your voice heard on this critical issue that will affect U.S. exports.  Click HERE to download information, talking points, and suggested letter templates. Note that this download is 10MB in size, so a broadband connection is recommended. Please be patient as it downloads - it may take a minute or two, depending on your broadband speed.

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Important Issues To U.S. Exporters

1. Learn about the current dilemma facing Export-Import Bank of The United States.
2. Learn about the Interest Charge Domestic International Sales Corporation provision.