The blog of the Alliance for American Manufacturing
Running a small business is always a challenge, especially for Made in America companies. But Black-owned businesses face an even tougher road.
America’s steel industry is vital to our national security and critical infrastructure. But it remains threatened by global overcapacity, and COVID-19 has only made things worse.
Keeping production in the United States allows Cobalt Street to have more oversight over the manufacturing process.
Appearing at a town hall event sponsored by the AFL-CIO, the U.S. Trade Representative noted “President Biden is committed to protecting our steel industry and workers” from unfair trade practices.
Federal agencies are directed to review waivers to Buy American, with the ultimate goal of reducing the amount of foreign-made goods purchased by the federal government and strengthening domestic production.
If you raise wages and offer training, they’ll come back.
A diverse coalition of unions and companies are urging Congress to maintain and strengthen the Transportation Infrastructure Vehicle Security Act (TIVSA).
The bipartisan bill calls for $78 billion in infrastructure spending on rail, freight, truck, and highways as well as new safety measures.
“We have to do more to build back better, improve manufacturing, get Americans back to work, and lay the foundation for shared growth and prosperity,” Secretary Raimondo told a House subcommittee.
