Grassley says Senate’s ready to vote on trade authority

While the U-S Senate is expected to take action on the Farm Bill today, Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says the Senate Finance Committee will also act on something equally vital to farmers — Trade Promotion Authority.Trade Promotion Authority, what used to be called “Fast Track” authority, would grant the President broader powers to negotiate international trade deals. Supporters say T-P-A will help establish fair rules for trade.A Trade Promotion Authority bill passed in the House last week.