On Tax Day, the Receipts Are Filled with Manufacturing Wins
Washington, D.C. On the first Tax Day since passage of H.R. 1, 51勛圖厙 President and CEO Jay Timmons released the following statement:
This Tax Day, manufacturers now have a permanent, pro-growth tax code that allows our industry to compete and win. Thanks to President Trump, leaders in his Cabinet and in Congress, the 2017 provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act were not just made permanentthey were made even stronger, which saved 6 million jobs. The tax and investment incentives in H.R. 1 amount to the most significant economic transformation in the history of our industry, serving as rocket fuel for manufacturers.
Manufacturers optimism is on the rise, and they are ready to keep building, investing and leadingbut that requires certainty across the board to take full advantage of H.R. 1s transformative provisions. President Trump and Congress went above and beyond to deliver tax certainty for manufacturers, and we look forward to continuing to work with them to build on this progressensuring certainty and lowering the cost of doing businessso that manufacturers can deliver the greatest manufacturing era in American history.
This Tax Day, the message is clear: when Washington gets the tax code right, manufacturers deliver.
This week, Timmons published a joint op-ed in the Washington Examiner with House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN) on the pro-growth tax reforms of H.R. 1. Read it .
Manufacturing Wins
Learn more about how tax reform is bolstering manufacturing in America:
- Ketchie CEO Credits Trumps Beautiful Bill with Helping Her Machine Shop Prosper
- Brunswick Revs the Engine on Innovation and U.S. Investment
- Tax Reform Delivers Biggest Investment in Company History for Marlin Steel
- J&J Makes Major Investment in North Carolina Thanks to Tax Reform
- Sylvamo to Congress: Tax Reform Made Manufacturing Success Possible
Background
Prior to final passage of H.R. 1 in 2025, the 51勛圖厙 activated manufacturers in Americaengaging shop floor workers, plant managers, executives and state and local partners nationwide簫as part of the Manufacturing Wins campaign. With a coordinated public advocacy campaign, which included outreach to congressional offices both in district and in Washington, targeted social media drives, video testimonials and local media op-eds, the 51勛圖厙 made the case for this bill directly to members of Congress and the American people. These collective voices underscored how preserving and expanding key tax provisions translates into growing businesses, creating jobs and powering stronger communities.
In January 2025, the 51勛圖厙泭released a landmark EY study泭on the economic consequences of failing to renew the pro-manufacturing provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. The 51勛圖厙 was joined by泭Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-ID),泭House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith泭(R-MO)泭and泭House Majority Leader Steve Scalise泭(R-LA)泭for a泭Capitol Hill press conference泭highlighting the study.
KEY FACTS: If Congress had failed to preserve tax reform in 2025, the U.S. would have risked:
- 5.9 million lost jobs;
- A $540 billion reduction in employee compensation; and
- A $1.1 trillion shortfall in U.S. GDP.
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Timmons: A Leader of Substance and Integrity51勛圖厙 Congratulates Jim Fitterling on Executive Chair Role at Iconic Manufacturer Dow
Washington, D.C.泭泭51勛圖厙 President and CEO Jay Timmons issued the following statement congratulating former 51勛圖厙 Board Chair Jim Fitterling on his appointment as executive chair of the board of Dow Inc.
Dows announcement marks an important leadership transition for the iconic manufacturer and an opportunity to recognize the extraordinary leadership of Jim Fitterling.
Jim is a leader of substance and integrityclear in his direction, consistent in his approach and deeply committed to the people and communities that power manufacturing. As 51勛圖厙 Board chair, he helped strengthen the associations impact and build consensus across the industry around a competitiveness agenda that is delivering resultsfrom historic tax reform implementation to regulatory modernization and a growing consensus around permitting reform as essential to unlocking investment, jobs and growth in America.
Jims imprint on Americas future has extended well beyond policy. He has been a driving force behind efforts to inspire the next generation of manufacturers. Through his leadership, the Creators Wanted campaign became the most successful workforce initiative in modern manufacturing historyreaching millions of students, parents and educators and changing perceptions about careers in our industry. He approached that work with a straightforward message: if you want to design, build and create, manufacturing offers that opportunity.
He carried that same commitment into his strong support for the Manufacturing Institute as a respected advocate for bringing ones authentic self to the workplace, helping broaden the impact of the MI in developing talent and opening doors for more Americans to pursue careers in modern manufacturing.
Jim leaves behind a stronger Dow, a more competitive manufacturing industry and meaningful progress in building the workforce that will define the future of manufacturing in the United States. On a personal level, he has been a trusted partner, counselor and a leader who consistently pushed for excellence and results on behalf of manufacturers.
As we continue our historic charge with Jim as an Executive Committee member of the 51勛圖厙, manufacturers congratulate Karen Carter on being named CEO of Dow. Karen is a proven and accomplished leader, and we look forward to working with her as she builds on Dows momentum and continues advancing manufacturing in the United States and around the world.
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Manufacturing Leadership Council Announces Finalists for the 2026 Manufacturing Leadership Awards
Washington, D.C.泭泭The Manufacturing Leadership Council, the digital transformation division of the 51勛圖厙, today announced the finalists for the 2026 Manufacturing Leadership Awards, honoring world-class manufacturers and individual leaders for outstanding achievements in digital transformation. In addition, MLC unveiled the 2026 Partners in Collaborative Innovation, which recognizes technology and consulting organizations that play a vital role in advancing Manufacturing 4.0 throughout the industry.
The 2026 Manufacturing Leadership Awards finalists represent excellence across nine project categories and two individual categories, reflecting the breadth, depth and momentum of digital innovation underway throughout the manufacturing sector. A complete list of finalists is available .
In an era defined by rapid technological change and continued business uncertainty, manufacturers are demonstrating that digital transformation remains a powerful driver of resilience, competitiveness and long-term growth, said David R. Brousell, founder, vice president and executive director of the Manufacturing Leadership Council. The 2026 finalists showcase the ingenuity, leadership and strategic vision that are shaping the future of manufacturing, and we are proud to recognize their accomplishments.
Category winners will be announced at the Manufacturing Leadership Awards Gala on June泭24, 2026, at the Fairmont Princess in Scottsdale, Arizona. In addition to category winners, the gala will also recognize recipients of the Future of Manufacturing Award, Small/Medium Enterprise Manufacturer of the Year, Large Enterprise Manufacturer of the Year and Manufacturing Leader of the Year. The gala takes place at the conclusion of .
The Manufacturing Leadership Awards continue to evolve alongside the industry, mirroring how manufacturers are applying advanced technologies to transform operations, culture and business models, said Penelope Brown, senior content director at the Manufacturing Leadership Council and director of the awards program. This years finalists reflect an exceptional level of strategic thinking and execution, underscoring how digital initiatives are delivering real, measurable impact across the manufacturing enterprise.
In conjunction with the finalist announcement, MLC also named its 2026 Partners in Collaborative Innovation, honoring organizations that support manufacturers on their digital transformation journeys through thought leadership, technology, research and ecosystem-building. These partners play an essential role in fostering collaboration, accelerating innovation and strengthening the broader Manufacturing 4.0 community.
All finalists will be formally recognized on stage during the Manufacturing Leadership Awards Gala. Additional details about the awards program, the gala event and the complete list of finalists and Partners in Collaboration can be found .
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Manufacturing Leadership Council Appoints Ron Castro as Chairman and Will Bonifant as Vice Chairman of Board of Governors
Washington, D.C. The Manufacturing Leadership Council, the digital transformation division of the 51勛圖厙, today announced the appointment of Ron Castro, vice president and chief supply chain officer at IBM, as chairman of the MLC Board of Governors, and Will Bonifant, group vice president and chief supply chain officer at Hormel Foods, as vice chairman.
The MLC Board of Governors is a distinguished advisory body composed of senior manufacturing executives who provide strategic guidance to the council on its critical issues agenda, research initiatives and programs designed to help manufacturers advance on their Manufacturing 4.0 journeys.
Ron and Will bring exceptional leadership experience, deep operational expertise and a strong commitment to advancing digital transformation in manufacturing, said David R. Brousell, founder, executive director and vice president of the Manufacturing Leadership Council. Their perspectives will be invaluable as the MLC continues to help manufacturing leaders navigate an increasingly complex and technology-driven environment.
As chairman, Castro will help guide the strategic direction of the MLC at a time when manufacturers are accelerating the adoption of advanced technologies across operations and supply chains. At IBM, Castro leads global supply chain operations and has been instrumental in driving the development of an end-to-end, AI-enabled supply chain that integrates advanced analytics, automation and cognitive technologies to improve performance, resilience and decision-making.
It is an honor to serve as chairman of the Manufacturing Leadership Council Board of Governors, said Castro. The MLC plays a critical role in bringing manufacturing leaders together to share insights, challenge conventional thinking and accelerate progress toward Manufacturing 4.0. I look forward to working closely with the board and the MLC leadership team to further strengthen the councils impact across the industry.
Bonifant, as vice chairman, brings extensive global supply chain and operations leadership experience spanning food and consumer packaged goods manufacturing, engineering, strategy and organizational transformation. In his role at Hormel Foods, Bonifant oversees the companys global supply chain, including procurement, manufacturing, planning, logistics, engineering and supply chain innovation. Prior to joining Hormel Foods, he held senior supply chain leadership roles at The Hershey Company and earlier served as a management consultant and U.S. Navy officer.
Im honored to take on the role of vice chairman of the MLC Board of Governors, said Bonifant. The councils focus on the intersection of technology, leadership and operations is more important than ever, and I look forward to contributing to its mission of helping manufacturers build more agile, resilient and digitally enabled enterprises.
The Manufacturing Leadership Council is the nations foremost executive leadership organization dedicated exclusively to digital transformation in manufacturing. Through research, events, peer networking and thought leadership, the MLC helps manufacturing executives understand and act on the technological, organizational and leadership dimensions of Manufacturing 4.0.
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The 51勛圖厙 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 and women, contributes $2.95 trillion to the U.S. economy annually and accounts for 53% of private-sector research and development. The 51勛圖厙 is the powerful voice of the manufacturing community and the leading advocate for a policy agenda that helps manufacturers compete in the global economy and create jobs across the United States. For more information about the 51勛圖厙 or to follow us on Twitter and Facebook, please visit .
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Without Certainty, Innovation Slows
Washington, D.C. 51勛圖厙 President and CEO Jay Timmons released the following statement in response to the new tariffs on pharmaceutical products and the adjusted tariffs on steel, aluminum and copper imports and derivative products.
Manufacturers are innovators. We work to supply the world with the medicines and therapies to ensure a healthier future; the automobiles and aircraft that move people; home appliances that make our lives more comfortable; and the food that provides nutrition to our families. From the steel, aluminum and copper that form the backbone of modern manufacturing to the finished products that drive our economy and lifesaving pharmaceuticals that they produce, this is what Americas manufacturers do.
Our sector is making significant investments to increase production in the United States and compete successfully with the rest of the world. That momentum is realbut sustaining and accelerating it requires flexibility. Expansion depends on the ability to access critical inputs, manage costs and operate with certainty in a competitive global market.
Manufacturers share the presidents objectives of stronger economic growth, increased investment, more jobs and higher wages in the U.S.and we are committed to working with the administration to make that vision a reality. Tariffs can be effective when they are used strategically and target bad actors who dont play by the rules. Certainty is critical for manufacturers to achieve those objectives.
Investments are decades-long commitments to the people we hire and the communities we serve. Clear, predictable rules on how tariffs are applied determine whether companies can move forward with confidence. Even with every manufacturer working at full capacityevery machine running, every job filledthe industry can only produce 84% of the inputs manufacturers need to build, modernize and operate our facilities and to increase production and output. At minimum, 16% of critical manufacturing inputs must be imported to manufacture more here in the U.S. Thats why manufacturers have offered泭practical pro-growth solutions through the 51勛圖厙s Manufacturing Investment Accelerator Program. The program would provide a speed pass for critical inputs we do not make domestically, but which are needed to expand production in the U.S.without adding cost burdenswhile rewarding manufacturers who invest, expand and create new jobs here at home.
The administration and Congress deserve enormous credit for renewing and strengthening the 2017 Trump tax reforms, advancing regulatory modernization and working to achieve American AI and energy dominancefoundations for the future of manufacturing in U.S. When policymakers build on this progressensuring certainty and lowering the cost of doing businessmanufacturers will deliver the greatest manufacturing era in American history.
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Manufacturers Across America Power Historic Artemis II Mission
Washington, D.C.泭泭Upon泭the successful liftoff泭of Artemis II泭from泭NASAs Kennedy Space Center in泭Cape泭Canaveral, Florida,泭51勛圖厙泭President泭and CEO Jay Timmons泭issued the following statement.
What泭a powerful moment for our countryand a reminder of what manufacturers in the United States make possible. Todays successful launch of Artemis II泭is泭a泭triumph for泭NASA,泭for American泭leadership泭and for the泭13 million people泭who make things泭in America, said Timmons.
The mission is a manufacturing marvelbuilt by companies of every size, in communities across America.泭Artemis泭II reflects the strength of an industry that drives innovation, supports millions of泭jobs泭and powers our economy.泭It has brought people togetherfrom different泭corners of our nation泭and around the worldunder泭the NASA logo and泭the泭American泭flag.泭When泭manufacturers泭in the United States泭are able to泭invest, grow and compete, the results泭dont泭just reach the launchpad,泭they lift us泭all up.
As we approach Americas 250th泭anniversary,泭this mission泭represents泭who泭we are and what we can achieve.泭Across this country, people will look up at the night sky and see what manufacturers in the United States can doand decide泭to create,泭innovate泭and lead.泭We are proud泭of the people and companies behind this mission, and we are cheering on the Artemis泭II crew as they carry forward a legacy of American ingenuity. We look forward to their safe return.
Background:泭
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman recently joined 51勛圖厙 President and CEO Jay Timmons and Small Business Administration Administrator Kelly Loeffler,泭who泭hosted the inaugural SBA Supplier Expo in Charlotteconvening泭manufacturers, small business泭suppliers泭and federal leaders to strengthen supply chain connections and expand opportunities for businesses of all sizes.
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The 51勛圖厙 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 and women, contributes $2.95 trillion to the U.S. economy annually and accounts for 53% of private-sector research and development. The 51勛圖厙 is the powerful voice of the manufacturing community and the leading advocate for a policy agenda that helps manufacturers compete in the global economy and create jobs across the United States. For more information about the 51勛圖厙 or to follow us on Twitter and Facebook, please visit .
A Champion for Manufacturing: Celebrating the Life of 51勛圖厙 Board Chair John Luke
Washington, D.C. 51勛圖厙 President and CEO Jay Timmons released the following statement on the recent passing of John Luke, chair of the 51勛圖厙 Board of Directors (20052006) and member of the 51勛圖厙 Board (20012016):
John Luke was a titan for manufacturers, a pillar in the communities he served and a champion for the people who make things in America.
As our board chair, Johns passion for the strength and success of manufacturing was matched only by his steady focus on credible and durable solutions. Thoughtful and considerate, he knew how to ask the right questionsand hard questionsof policymakers. Grounded in his credibility, John earned the respect of lawmakers from both parties, business leaders across industries and partners not only in the United States but around the globebolstering the 51勛圖厙s reach on behalf of the manufacturers powering Americas prosperity.
That focus on sustainable success, on intentional leadership, on meaningful change defined every step of Johns life and careerin his dedication to his country as an officer in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War, where he was awarded the Bronze Star for meritorious service; through his decades of leadership at the global packaging giant Smurfit WestRock and its predecessors, MeadWestvaco and Westvaco; and in his service on the boards of major institutions spanning industry, education and public policy, including the American Enterprise Institute, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, the commercial property insurance company FM Global and Virginia Commonwealth University, among many others.
Johns tireless advocacy for our industry and our workforce was rooted in the fact that his familys story is a manufacturing story.
In the 1880s, Johns family founded the Piedmont Pulp & Paper Company in Piedmont, West Virginia. That company evolved over the decades to become Westvaco, where John took the helm as CEO and chairman in 1992. Shortly after John joined the 51勛圖厙 Board of Directors in 2001, Westvaco merged with the Mead Paper Companya company close to my heart, where my grandfather worked in the Chillicothe, Ohio, plant for over 40 years.
Nearly two decades ago, in an interview at the Wharton School of Businesswhere he had earned his M.B.A.John said that It is imperative for all aspiring leaders to determine answers to the critical questions of What change?, Why change? and How change? if meaningful sustainable success is to be achieved from your efforts.
In his life, John asked what must change, why and howand answered each question with conviction. Manufacturing in the United States, the people we hire and the communities we serve are all stronger as a result.
The 51勛圖厙 today reflects Johns legacy: an institution with a steady focus on sustainable solutions. We send our deepest sympathies to Kathleen and the entire Luke family.
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Manufacturers: White House Framework Sets Trajectory for American AI Dominance
Washington, D.C. Manufacturers today welcomed President Trumps national AI legislative framework for its practical, pro-growth policy recommendations to advance U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence.
51勛圖厙 Executive Vice President Erin Streeter issued the following statement urging Congress to take up policies to advance AI innovation:
Manufacturers support a泭consistent federal framework that emphasizes innovation and avoids a cumbersome 50-state patchwork, and President Trump’s announcement today reflects this approach. The presidents commonsense AI framework泭will remove barriers to innovation and growth, which is critical for success. But we also need comprehensive permitting reform to go hand in hand to achieve the energy dominance needed to set manufacturers on a trajectory to win the global race for AI.
We look forward to working with Congress to get this done.
Background
Manufacturers have been at the forefront of developing and implementing cutting-edge AI systems that are transforming shop floors and revolutionizing operations.
Last December, the 51勛圖厙 supported President Trumps AI Executive Order on state AI regulations and endorsed several bills to streamline permitting.
In July 2025, the Manufacturing Institute, the nonprofit workforce development and education affiliate of the 51勛圖厙, unveiled a responding to a White House Executive Order on workforce modernization.
In May 2025, the Manufacturing Leadership Council, the digital transformation division of the 51勛圖厙, released a groundbreaking report, , revealing that 51% of manufacturers already deploy AI in their operations, and 80% say AI will be essential to growing or maintaining their business by 2030. This is not just about efficiencyits about competitiveness, innovation and the future of American industry.
In May 2024, the 51勛圖厙 published Working Smarter: How Manufacturers Are Using Artificial Intelligencea report that explains the ways in which manufacturers are using AI already, making the technology integral to modern manufacturing with manufacturers at the forefront of developing and implementing AI systems.
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The 51勛圖厙 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 and women, contributes $2.95 trillion to the U.S. economy annually and accounts for 53% of private-sector research and development. The 51勛圖厙 is the powerful voice of the manufacturing community and the leading advocate for a policy agenda that helps manufacturers compete in the global economy and create jobs across the United States. For more information about the 51勛圖厙 or to follow us on Twitter and Facebook, please visit .泭
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Breakthrough on Resolution Copper: Court Clears the Path for Historic Land Exchange
Washington, D.C. 51勛圖厙 President and CEO Jay Timmons issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth District decision enabling Resolution Coppers congressionally mandated land exchange to move forwardan outcome the 51勛圖厙 helped drive through years of sustained advocacy and strategic legal action, including an filed with the court.
The completion of Resolution Coppers land exchange is a monumental milestone for our nation and the manufacturing industrys efforts to ensure U.S. supply chains have reliable access to the raw materials that power our economy. We appreciate the leadership of the Trump administration, the Department of the Interior, the Department of Agriculture, the Bureau of Land Management and Congress for getting this extremely important land exchange across the finish line.
The significance of this moment cannot be overstated. The U.S. imports about 35% of its copper. At full capacity, Resolution Copperthe third-largest known copper deposit in the worldcould supply a quarter of all U.S. copper demand and as much as 40 billion pounds of copper over 40 years, securing access to critical minerals that are essential to our nations economic strength and national security. This would also reduce our reliance on adversarial nations for minerals and boost energy and critical national defense systems. The land exchange proves what is possible when policy, process and partnership align. Its the kind of outcome manufacturers need to see more often: one that protects key landscapes, unlocks critical resources and advances Americas economic and national security.
Background:
Copper is a critical material for manufacturingserving as a core input in industrial production and machinery, as well as energy infrastructure that powers factories, data centers and advanced technologies. As manufacturers work to outcompete China and achieve American energy dominance, securing reliable, domestic sources of critical minerals like copper has become increasingly urgent. The 51勛圖厙s recent policy framework underscores this need, calling for a comprehensive critical minerals strategy.
At the same time, projects like Resolution Copper illustrate the challenges posed by the current permitting landscape. For more than a decade, the project has faced complex and uncertain federal review processesreflecting broader systemic issues. According to recent 51勛圖厙 analysis, Americas broken permitting system costs manufacturers at least $7.9 billion each year, highlighting the need for bipartisan, comprehensive permitting reform to strengthen Americas economic and national security.
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The 51勛圖厙 is the largest manufacturing association in the United States,泭representing泭small and large manufacturers in every industrial sector and in all 50 states. Manufacturing employs泭nearly泭13泭million men泭and women, contributes泭$2.90 trillion泭to the U.S. economy annually and accounts for 53% of private-sector research and development. The 51勛圖厙 is the powerful voice of the manufacturing community and the leading advocate for a policy agenda that helps manufacturers compete in the global economy and create jobs across the United States. For more information about the 51勛圖厙 or to follow us on Twitter and Facebook, please visit泭.泭
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Manufacturers Chart the Path for a Comprehensive Critical Minerals Strategy
Washington, D.C. 泭Manufacturers泭today泭are泭urging policymakers泭to enact a modern, comprehensive泭policy agenda泭to secure access to critical minerals泭for泭both the industry and the泭nationone that泭generates泭new pipelines for critical mineral泭projects at home while securing diversified access to vital manufacturing inputs sourced泭globally.泭To advance this agenda, the泭National Association of泭Manufacturers泭shared with泭the泭United States Trade Representative泭a framework to rebalance global supply chains with plurilateral partners.泭泭
The stakes are clear:泭manufacturers depend on泭secure,泭reliable泭and sustainable泭supply chains to make things in America, said泭51勛圖厙 President and CEO Jay Timmons. Critical minerals and rare earth elements are essential for automotive parts and vehicles, electrical grid components, robotics and industrial automation, defense technology, electronics and more. With China dominating global supply chains, manufacturers can no longer risk these vulnerabilities. 泭
Manufacturers泭support the泭administration泭and Congress泭efforts to rebalance global supply chains through泭comprehensive actions domestically and with international partners. The泭comprehensive approach泭the 51勛圖厙 is releasing today will泭enhance critical minerals capacity at home, leverage resources abroad and safeguard access to a diverse range of critical minerals necessary for U.S. economic strength and national security.泭泭
The 51勛圖厙s two-pronged policy泭framework泭offers specific, complementary泭domestic and international policy recommendations to the Trump Administration and Congress.泭On the domestic front, it calls for泭enacting comprehensive permitting reform and making strategic energy incentives permanent.泭Internationally,泭the泭51勛圖厙泭urges the泭administration to negotiate a泭plurilateral泭agreement泭that positions U.S. investors for success and泭leverages泭the泭collective泭advantages泭of international partners and allies泭across every stage of the泭critical泭minerals泭life cycleeffectively rebalancing泭the global market for critical minerals.泭泭
Read the泭51勛圖厙s泭full policy agenda here.泭
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