The group's mandate was expanded in the Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988 to provide advice on all aspects of American trade policy.

Today's action is authorized under the so-called Super 301 section of last year's Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act.

The 1988 Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act imposes a Monday deadline for setting trade policy priorities.

June 16 is the target date for opening these sectors under the so-called Super 301 section of the 1988 Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act.

It was given new life under the Exon-Florio provision of last year's Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act.

These provisions are already part of trade law under the recently enacted Omnibus Trade and Competitive Act of 1988.

Last year's Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act mandated some of the changes, including the exemption of medical equipment from the controls, provided they meet certain criteria.

This Act was part of the larger Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988.

Congress ordered the Commerce Department to perform the study when it passed the Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988.

Hills is under pressure to make full use of the 1988 Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act, which enhanced the Administration's power to retaliate against unfair traders.