    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2007, Book I)]
    [March 30, 2007]
    [Page 362]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting a Notice of Intention To
    Enter Into a Free Trade Agreement With Panama
    March 30, 2007

    Dear Madam Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:)
        Consistent with section 2105(a)(1)(A) of the Trade Act of 2002,
    (Public Law 107-210; the ``Trade Act''), I am pleased to notify the
    Congress of my intention to enter into a free trade agreement with the
    Republic of Panama.
        The United States-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement (the
    ``Agreement'') will generate export opportunities for U.S. farmers,
    ranchers, and companies, help create jobs in the United States, and help
    American consumers save money while offering them more choices. The
    Agreement will also benefit the people of Panama by providing economic
    opportunity and by strengthening democracy.
        Consistent with the Trade Act, I am sending this notification at
    least 90 days in advance of signing the Agreement. My Administration
    looks forward to working with the Congress in developing appropriate
    legislation to approve and implement this Agreement.
             Sincerely,

                                                              George W. Bush

    Note: Identical letters were sent to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House
    of Representatives, and Richard B. Cheney, President of the Senate. The
    notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume.