Policy and Legal
Manufacturers need smart laws and effective policies. That’s why the NAM is standing up for manufacturers everywhere – from the halls of power where we advance important legislation, to the courts where we fight to defend our rights.
ICYMI: NAM CEO Jay Timmons Talks USMCA, Energy and Jobs on Bloomberg’s Balance of Power
Washington, D.C.–This week, the National Association of Manufacturers President and CEO Jay Timmons joined Bloomberg’s Balance of Power to discuss the latest state of play on the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement and what it means for manufacturers, the impact of the conflict in the Middle East on energy costs and the importance of American energy dominance …
NAM: Federal Court Ruling Is a Win for Manufacturers
Washington, D.C.–Following the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania’s decision denying plaintiff’s request to amend their complaint in Martinez v. Kraft Heinz Company, Inc., et al.—a ruling in favor of food and beverage manufacturers—National Association Manufacturers Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary Linda Kelly released the following statement: “The Eastern District of …
NAM Joins Industry Leaders in Challenging Unconstitutional New Mexico Labeling Mandate
Washington, D.C.– Last night, the NAM joined industry leaders in filing a lawsuit to block New Mexico’s unconstitutional labeling mandate for products made with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, otherwise known as PFAS. “New Mexico’s PFAS product-labeling mandate compels manufacturers to spread the state’s unsupported message that any amount of any PFAS is dangerous, while unlawfully …
At 250 Years, America Is Building the Future of Nuclear Energy
Washington, D.C.– Following the Department of Energy’s announcement that three advanced nuclear reactors have reached criticality, a key milestone in getting a nuclear reactor online and moving it closer to producing power, NAM President and CEO Jay Timmons released the following statement: “In May 2025, President Trump set an ambitious goal: three nuclear reactors reaching …
Manufacturers: Bipartisan DOMINANCE Act Will Counter China’s Grip on Critical Minerals
Washington, D.C. – Following House passage of the bipartisan Developing Overseas Mineral Investments and New Allied Networks for Critical Energies (DOMINANCE) Act, National Association of Manufacturers President and CEO Jay Timmons released the following statement: “China’s dominance of critical mineral supply chains poses a growing threat to America’s manufacturing competitiveness, economic security and technological leadership—at …
Tax Q&A with Rep. Nathaniel Moran (R-TX)
NAM: Rep. Moran, H.R. 1 created a new deduction for qualified overtime compensation, available through 2028. Manufacturing is one of the sectors where overtime is most prevalent—production demands, shift scheduling and seasonal surges mean manufacturing workers regularly put in hours well beyond 40 per week. What does this deduction mean specifically for manufacturing workers, and …
Manufacturers: BUILD America 250 Act a Down Payment on Nation’s Future Growth
Washington, D.C. – Following the successful vote in the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to advance the bipartisan BUILD America 250 Act, National Association of Manufacturers Executive Vice President Erin Streeter released the following statement: “Chairman Graves, Ranking Member Larsen and the full T&I Committee have offered a down payment on America’s future growth with …
Tax Q&A with Rep. Kevin Hern (R-OK)
Question 1: Rep. Hern, H.R. 1 made permanent the international tax framework established by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act—including the GILTI, FDII and BEAT regimes—with targeted adjustments to each. These changes were important for manufacturers with global operations, supporting their ability to compete permanently. As the leader of the Global Competitiveness Tax Team, what …
Manufacturers Welcome Release of Robust, Bipartisan Infrastructure Funding Bill
Washington, D.C. – Following the release of surface transportation reauthorization bill text by House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves and Ranking Member Rick Larsen, NAM Executive Vice President Erin Streeter released the following statement: “Chairman Graves and Ranking Member Larsen understand the importance of modern, reliable infrastructure to strengthening manufacturing in the United …
