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.

Powering the Future: Manufacturers Spotlight Energy Leadership and Infrastructure at Schneider Electric, Port of Houston

2026 NAM State of Manufacturing Tour Stops in Houston, Texas HOUSTON – The National Association of Manufacturers, official partner of America250, continued its 2026 NAM State of Manufacturing Tour today in Houston, Texas, under the theme, “Powering the Future.” Throughout the day, leaders underscored how abundant, affordable energy and modern infrastructure is essential to a …

Building the Workforce of the Future: Manufacturers Spotlight Talent, Technology and Training in Dallas

2026 NAM State of Manufacturing Tour Stops in Dallas, Texas, for Manufacturing Institute’s State of the Manufacturing Workforce Address DALLAS – The National Association of Manufacturers—the official partner of America250—continued its 2026 NAM State of Manufacturing Tour today in Dallas, Texas, under the theme “Building the Workforce of the Future.” NAM President and CEO Jay …

Manufacturers Spotlight AI, Advanced Technologies and America’s Strong Food and Beverage Supply Chain in Milwaukee

2026 NAM State of Manufacturing Tour Stops in Milwaukee, Wisconsin MILWAUKEE – The National Association of Manufacturers—official partner of America250—in partnership with Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, continued its 2026 NAM State of Manufacturing Tour today in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, under the theme “Creating the Future.” Today’s visits included Rockwell Automation, Komatsu Mining Group and CNH. The …

NAM Tour Highlights How Tax Reform Fuels Growth in North Carolina

2026 NAM State of Manufacturing Tour Stops in Charlotte and Concord, North Carolina CHARLOTTE – The National Association of Manufacturers—official partner of America250—in partnership with the North Carolina Chamber, continued its 2026 NAM State of Manufacturing Tour today in Charlotte and Concord, North Carolina, under the theme “Competing for the Future.” The tour stop highlighted …

Manufacturers Respond to Supreme Court Decision

Philadelphia, Pa. – During the second stop of the 2026 National Association of Manufacturers’ State of Manufacturing Tour, NAM President and CEO Jay Timmons and Rockwell Automation Chairman and CEO and NAM Board Chair Blake Moret issued the following joint statement on today’s Supreme Court decision: “Today’s decision underscores the importance of clarity and durability …

America’s Manufacturing Powerhouse and Pennsylvania Leaders Unveil Manufacturers’ Accord at Carpenters’ Hall During Nationwide Tour 2026 NAM State of Manufacturing Tour Stops in Philadelphia, PA

PHILADELPHIA – From the iconic Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to historic Carpenters’ Hall, the National Association of Manufacturers—an official partner of America250—in partnership with the Pennsylvania Manufacturers’ Association, continued its 2026 NAM State of Manufacturing Tour today in Philadelphia. Under this stop’s theme, “Charting the Future: Then and Now,” NAM President and CEO …

Treasury Clears Path for Greater Manufacturing Investment with Tax Proposal on CAMT

Washington, D.C. – Following the release of a new proposal from the Department of the Treasury reforming key aspects of the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax guidance and addressing the interaction between the immediate expensing of R&D costs and the CAMT, National Association of Manufacturers Managing Vice President of Policy Charles Crain released the following statement: …