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Manufacturers: New Processing Definition Would Raise Costs, Confuse Consumers and Limit Choice
Washington, D.C. – Following today’s announcement of a proposed federal process-based food definition, National Association of Manufacturers Executive Vice President Erin Streeter issued the following statement: “Manufacturers across America’s food and beverage supply chain are committed to providing safe, nutritious and affordable options for American families and communities every day. A federal label that stigmatizes …
Oklo Milestone Shows America Is Building the Future of Nuclear Energy
Washington, D.C. – Today, Oklo announced that its
ICYMI: Karoline Leavitt Talks Manufacturing Success Stories, Cites NAM During White House Press Briefing
Washington, D.C. – White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt celebrated the pro-growth impacts of the Working Families Tax Cuts today in her press briefing. She cited the National Association of Manufacturers’ “
Manufacturers Warn Food Labeling Bill Would Raise Costs, Cause Uncertainty
Washington, D.C. – Following the approval of S. 5026 by the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, National Association of Manufacturers Executive Vice President Erin Streeter issued the following statement: “Manufacturers support efforts to protect public health and give consumers clearer information, but legislation linking specific ingredients and food-processing methods to health risks without …
H.R. 1 at Work: 50 Manufacturing Tax Wins in 50 States
Washington, D.C. – Marking the one-year anniversary of the 2025 tax law, the National Association of Manufacturers today released “here. -NAM- The National Association of Manufacturers is the largest manufacturing association in the United States, representing small and large manufacturers in every industrial sector and in all 50 states. Manufacturing employs nearly 13 million men …
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 …
Rheem Manufacturing, General Motors Named Top Winners in 2026 Manufacturing Leadership Awards Competition
Scottsdale, AZ – The Manufacturing Leadership Council— the digital transformation division of the National Association of Manufacturers—last night announced the winners of the annual Manufacturing Leadership Awards. Alan Machuga, Executive Vice President, Technology at Rheem Manufacturing Company was named the 2026 Manufacturing Leader of the Year. Machuga was recognized for his innovative leadership at Rheem, …
Rising Input Costs Top Manufacturers’ Concerns in Q2 Survey
Washington, D.C. – Manufacturers are reporting increased raw material costs as the top business challenge facing them, jumping 25.6 percentage points from 57.5% in the first quarter to 83.1% in the second quarter, according to the National Association of Manufacturers’ Q2 Manufacturers’ Outlook Survey. This shift comes as the conflict in the Middle East puts …
