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        <fullName>Rep. Space, Zachary T. [D-OH-18]</fullName>
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        <text><![CDATA[ <p>Vote On Trade Every time Act or VOTE Act - Prohibits the President from entering into a trade agreement with one or more foreign countries unless U.S. electors authorize the President to take such action.</p> <p>Requires the United States Trade Representative (USTR) to hold a series of public hearings throughout the United States to receive input on the effects of the trade agreement on U.S. economic growth and employment before the President enters into negotiations to enter into a trade agreement with such countries.</p>]]></text>
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