“the assocation of equipment manufacturers congratulates brooke rollins on her nomination as secretary of agriculture. the u.s. department of agriculture plays a critical role in ensuring that the united states has the world’s most productive, vibrant, and resilient agriculture sector. 

aem has long advocated for policies that strengthen the bonds between agriculture and equipment manufacturing, from promoting precision agriculture technologies to strengthening the supply chain that supports our nation’s farmers and ranchers. at the same time, we remain focused on the challenges facing the agriculture sector, including market access, workforce shortages, and regulatory burdens.  

we look forward to working with secretary-designate rollins to advance a rural economic development strategy that supports farmers and ranchers, strengthens communities, and provides young people with more options to live, work, and raise the next generation in rural america.” 

washington, d.c. – 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 senior vice president kip eideberg issued the following statement after president-elect donald j. trump nominated congresswoman lori chavez-deremer (r-ore.) to serve as the 30^th secretary of labor.  

"the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 (aem) applauds the selection of congresswoman lori chavez-deremer for secretary of labor. rep. chavez-deremer has the depth of knowledge and experience necessary to lead the department of labor and support the 2.3 million men and women of the u.s. equipment manufacturing industry. 

aem has long supported policies that expand apprenticeships and work-based learning opportunities, roll back burdensome regulations, safeguard equipment manufacturers’ ability to innovate and invest, and provide economic opportunity and upward mobility for all americans. we are eager to continue our work with rep. chavez-deremer to advance an agenda that supports job creation and drives economic growth in manufacturing communities across the country. 

leadership at the department of labor is critical to maintaining a strong and competitive equipment manufacturing industry, and we cannot think of a better person to lead at this pivotal moment for our nation.” 

washington, d.c. – 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 senior vice president kip eideberg issued the following statement after president-elect donald j. trump nominated former rep. sean duffy to serve as the 20^th secretary of transportation. 

"the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 congratulates sean duffy on his nomination to serve as the next secretary of transportation. the department of transportation plays a vital role in ensuring the development and maintenance of the infrastructure that supports our industry and powers the u.s. economy.  

as champions of infrastructure investment, aem has consistently advocated for policies that modernize our nation’s transportation systems, bolster supply chains, and ensure the safe and timely movement of goods and people. however, we also recognize the challenges that come with addressing these priorities in an increasingly complex regulatory and economic environment.  

we look forward to working together with secretary-designate duffy to develop and implement policies that invest in america’s transportation infrastructure, improve connectivity, and support equipment manufacturers in building the critical infrastructure that is essential to our economy, public health, and national security. together, we can strengthen america’s competitiveness and ensure a sustainable and resilient infrastructure that benefits all americans."  

“the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 congratulates president-elect trump on his election as the 47^th president of the united states. we also congratulate vice president-elect jd vance and extend our congratulations to the re-elected and newly elected members of congress, governors, and other state and local officials.  

“we thank the election officials, poll workers, and volunteers who kept our election safe, secure, and accessible to everyone. their hard work and dedication have yet again upheld the democratic process at the center of our system of self-governance.  

“aem’s focus continues to be on policy – not politics. we look forward to working with the trump-vance administration and leaders on both sides of the aisle to advance pro-manufacturing tax policies, strengthen rural america, ease regulatory burdens, negotiate new trade agreements, and solve the immigration crisis. together, we can advance a policy agenda that helps equipment manufacturers create jobs, invest in their communities, and build equipment that makes life better for everyone.” 

 “with zero discussion about the policies needed to advance the u.s. equipment manufacturing industry during the first presidential debate, it is imperative that both candidates articulate how they plan to support the 2.3 million men and women who make the equipment that builds, powers, and feeds our country. specifically, equipment manufacturers want to hear how former president trump and vice president harris will advance pro-manufacturing tax policies, strengthen rural america, ease regulatory burdens, negotiate new trade agreements, and solve the immigration crisis. tuesday’s debate is an opportunity for both candidates to make their case for why equipment manufacturers should cast their votes for them this election. we urge them to seize the opportunity.” 

aem is the north america-based international trade group representing off-road equipment manufacturers and suppliers with more than 1,000 companies and more than 200 product lines in the agriculture and 2022世界杯亚洲区赛程表时间 -related industry sectors worldwide. the equipment manufacturing industry in the united states supports 2.3 million jobs and contributes roughly $316 billion to the economy every year.  

“the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 is disappointed that the senate failed to advance the tax relief for american families and workers, which would have restored three pro-growth tax provisions that are critical to the long-term economic growth of the industry. today’s failure ensures that r&d and investments in new equipment, machinery, and technology are significantly more costly for american equipment manufacturers, stifling innovation and creating significant new costs—all while putting thousands of jobs in jeopardy. at a time when our global competitors aggressively pursue policies that offer generous preferential tax treatments, we are forced to compete with one hand tied behind our backs. we urge the senate to set aside petty politics, follow the lead of their colleagues in the house, and swiftly restore these provisions. the cost of inaction is too high.” 

aem is the north america-based international trade group representing off-road equipment manufacturers and suppliers with more than 1,000 companies and more than 200 product lines in the agriculture and 2022世界杯亚洲区赛程表时间 -related industry sectors worldwide. the equipment manufacturing industry in the united states supports 2.3 million jobs and contributes roughly $316 billion to the economy every year.  

washington, d.c. – 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 senior vice president of government and industry relations kip eideberg issued the following statement in response to senator stabenow, chairwoman of the senate agriculture, nutrition, and forestry committee, releasing a farm bill proposal that incentivizes the adoption of precision agriculture technologies. 

the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 applauds chairwoman stabenow for prioritizing the adoption of precision agriculture technologies. the next farm bill is an opportunity for congress to help farmers access the tools they need to monitor, manage, and maximize their operations while advancing climate-smart agriculture practices and protecting our environment. we appreciate the chairwoman’s steadfast efforts to bring together a broad, bipartisan coalition of stakeholders, and encourage her to continue her work in a bipartisan manner to deliver a farm bill that unlocks the full potential of climate-smart agriculture practices. 

aem is the north america-based international trade group representing off-road equipment manufacturers and suppliers with more than 1,000 companies and more than 200 product lines in the agriculture and 2022世界杯亚洲区赛程表时间 -related industry sectors worldwide. the equipment manufacturing industry in the united states supports 2.3 million jobs and contributes roughly $316 billion to the economy every year. 

“by giving more american farmers and ranchers access to precision agriculture equipment and technology, we can help them improve their efficiency, reduce their long-term costs and increase the nation’s food supply,” said todd stucke, president of kubota tractor corp. and chairman of the board of directors for the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 . “securing passage of the pal and precise acts will help ensure that food producers of all sizes can adopt and unlock the full potential of this amazing technology.” 

precision agriculture leverages technologies to enhance sustainability through the more efficient use of land, water, fuel, fertilizer, and pesticides. farmers who use precision agriculture technologies use less to grow more, reducing both cost and environmental impact. the letter points out that herbicide use could be further reduced by 15 percent and water use could decrease by 21 percent at full adoption of precision agriculture technologies. technologies that enhance the efficient use of these inputs include gps enabled devices such as autosteer and auto guidance, variable application rate technology telematic and fleet analytics, satellite mapping and imagery, yield monitors, and soil mapping. 

“the next farm bill is an opportunity for congress to help farmers access the tools they need to monitor, manage, and maximize their operations while advancing climate-smart agriculture practices and protecting our environment,” said kip eideberg, senior vice president of government and industry relations. “because if we are serious about promoting climate-smart farming, then we need to make sure that usda’s conservation-related programs help expand access to precision agriculture technologies.” 

the pal act would create a program within the u.s. department of agriculture (usda) to provide loan financing to farmers and ranchers interested in purchasing precision agriculture equipment, while the precise act would provide a suite of financial tools to help farmers and ranchers of all sizes increase their adoption of precision ag technologies through existing usda conservation programs. 

the precise act would also incentivize private sector financing of precision agriculture equipment through the conservation loan guarantee program and the business and industry loan guarantee program and fund 100% of precision agriculture projects through joint participation of conservation cost-share programs and the conservation loan program. 

“precision agriculture allows growers to be more efficient with their inputs, which provides more profitability for the farmers and increases on-farm environmental benefits,” said minnesota farmer and national corn growers association president harold wolle. “that is why we encourage congress to act to ease the difficulty growers face in accessing precision agriculture technology due to high up-front costs.”

the organizations that joined aem in sending the letter are listed below: 

• american farm bureau federation  
• american seed trade association  
• american soybean association  
• amvac, a subsidiary of american vanguard corporation  
• 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜  
• california specialty crops council  
• council of producers and distributors of agrotechnology  
• croplife america  
• ducks unlimited  
• hop growers of america  
• illinois corn growers association  
• lindsay corporation  
• national alliance of independent crop consultants  
• national association of wheat growers  
• national council of farmer cooperatives  
• national corn growers association  
• national milk producers federation  
• national onion association  
• netafim, orbia precision agriculture  
• regrow  
• the national cotton council  
• usa rice 

(washington, d.c.) – 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 senior vice president of government and industry relations kip eideberg issued the following statement after the house of representatives passed the tax relief for american families and workers act, legislation that extends three pro-growth tax policies that are vital to the long-term economic growth of the industry. 

“the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 applauds the u.s. house of representatives for passing a bill that will increase economic growth and bolster the global competitiveness of equipment manufacturers of all sizes. restoring immediate r&d expensing, full expensing for purchases of equipment, machinery, and technology, and a pro-business interest deduction will help equipment manufacturers invest in their communities, grow their businesses, and hire more americans. ensuring that our tax code supports our ability to create jobs in the united states and compete in the global economy is a national priority, and we urge the u.s. senate to finish the job by swiftly passing the bill and sending it to the president’s desk for signing.” 

aem is the north america-based international trade group representing off-road equipment manufacturers and suppliers with more than 1,000 companies and more than 200 product lines in the agriculture and 2022世界杯亚洲区赛程表时间 -related industry sectors worldwide. the equipment manufacturing industry in the united states supports 2.3 million jobs and contributes roughly $316 billion to the economy every year. 

“the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 congratulates representative mike johnson on his election as the 56th speaker of the u.s. house of representatives. speaker johnson has faithfully served the people of louisiana for the past six years, and we look forward to working with on commonsense solutions to the many challenges americans are facing every day.

“over the past two weeks, we have witnessed the results of attention-seeking antics and selfish motives by a few members of congress. as our country continues to face challenges at home and abroad, we need leaders with the courage to reject toxic political extremes and put our country first. we encourage speaker johnson to lead by example and begin his tenure by reaching across the aisle to minority leader hakeem jeffries to address the many pressing issues that have been left unresolved as the legislative process ground to a halt. with government funding set to expire on november 17, our country can ill afford a repeat of the past 22 days.

“equipment manufacturers look forward to working with speaker johnson and his team to advance policy solutions that invest in rural america, bolster our global competitiveness, address our country’s labor shortage, and create family-sustaining american jobs."

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“this is a great day for iowa’s dairy farmers, who are always finding ways to do more with less. the creation of the dairy innovation fund provides a much-needed boost to dairy farmers and ensures that they can continue to invest in the technologies that will keep the state’s dairy industry competitive,” said kip eideberg, aem senior vice president of government and industry relations. “aem would like to thank senator dan zumbach and representative norlin mommsen for shepherding this bill through the legislative process as well as the iowa house and senate leaders for their tireless work in securing passage of this important legislation.”

the fy2024 budget, which included the funding to create the dairy innovation fund, was signed by governor reynolds on june 1. the program will make available new technologies and equipment to iowa’s dairy farmers through low interest loans and grants. with the help of the dairy innovation fund, dairy farmers will be able to access critical financial resources that can lead to cost improvements and increased efficiency through the usage of modern dairy technology. aem helped secure passage of the legislation through a comprehensive advocacy campaign, including meetings with lawmakers and an earned media campaign. chad huyser, president of lely north america and member of aem’s dairy leadership group, authored an op-ed in the oskaloosa herald calling for the bill’s passage.

“iowa’s dairy farmers are twelfth in the nation for dairy production, and the establishment of the dairy innovation fund will ensure our farmers remain competitive and at the cutting edge of dairy equipment and technology,” said pat weiler, aem government and public affairs committee chair and president and ceo of iowa-based equipment manufacturer weiler. “this will benefit the local economy and support the equipment manufacturing industry, which continues to revolutionize the way farmers approach operations. precision agriculture is a game-changer for both dairy farmers and the equipment manufacturing industry, paving the way for a more sustainable future.”

“equipment manufacturers salute the members of congress who reached across the aisle to secure a bipartisan agreement to lift the debt limit. passage of bipartisan legislation avoids a devastating default that would have crippled our economy, sunk our credit rating, and hurt american job creators,” said kip eideberg, aem senior vice president of government and industry relations. “the legislation also paves the way for meaningful reforms to our broken permitting system, which will unleash critical infrastructure projects and secure lasting american energy security and independence. equipment manufacturers urge congress to build on the bicameral, bipartisan momentum to advance policies critical to the industry: supporting america’s farmers and ranchers, improving the country’s immigration system, and ensuring that the u.s. tax code provides the incentives for businesses to invest in the research and development of new products and ideas.”

“today tens of thousands of manufacturing workers from across the country sent a clear message to congress: fueled by a legacy of grit and ingenuity, equipment manufacturers can outcompete anyone. but lawmakers must act to ensure that the 2.3 million men and women of our industry can out-innovate and outcompete the rest of the world. improving the federal permitting process, passing a farm bill, and continuing to invest in infrastructure will allow equipment manufacturers to do what they do best: build equipment in america,” said aem senior vice president of government and industry relations, kip eideberg.

in the 88,000 letters to capitol hill, manufacturing supporters urged lawmakers to take immediate action on the following legislative priorities:

·        bolster the investments made by the infrastructure investment and jobs act through workforce development, broadband spending coordination, and regulatory reform.

·        modernize the permitting process to unleash the full potential of domestic energy production and deliver critical infrastructure to safeguard america’s prosperity and economic security.

·        pass a bipartisan farm bill to bring much-needed certainty and predictability to farmers and ranchers over the next five years.

the activation comes on the heels of conexpo-con/agg 2023, north america's largest trade show, which is held every three years in las vegas, nevada. aem’s i make america campaign engaged with the 139,000 attendees to raise awareness for the policies that will strengthen the industry and ensure that equipment manufacturers can continue to make the equipment that builds, powers, and feeds the world.

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“equipment manufacturers help to power our economy. their products and modern technologies are integral to the future of agriculture in the united states. i will continue to push for the passage of my bipartisan pal act, which would expand farmers’ access to these kinds of high-tech equipment,” said senator fischer. 

"i am grateful to receive this year's 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 champion of the industry award," said congressman fitzpatrick. "our country's manufacturers are essential to economic strength across all sectors and to our national security. i will proudly continue to lead my colleagues in congress in prioritizing the expansion of domestic manufacturing facilities, creation of new jobs, and an increase in the overall domestic output of high-quality manufactured goods and equipment." 

“i am always willing to work across the aisle when it comes to creating common-sense solutions that invest in our infrastructure, support job growth here in america, and bolster domestic manufacturing,” said congresswoman axne. “i am honored to be recognized by the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 and will continue my work in in congress to ensure their mission to build, power, and feed the world can continue.” 

“in these times of polarization and partisan gridlock, it is imperative that our leaders in washington come together to solve our toughest problems and move our country forward,” said scott harris, case ih global president and 2022 chair of aem’s government and public affairs committee. “we are grateful to senators stabenow and fischer and representatives fitzpatrick and axne for their courage and leadership and look forward to continue working with them to advance policies that improve the lives of the 2.8 million men and women of the equipment manufacturing industry.” 

last year, the aem champion of the industry award was presented for the first time in the association’s history to u.s. senator joni ernst (r-iowa), u.s. senator amy klobuchar (d-minn.), u.s. representative don bacon (r-neb.), and u.s. representative cheri bustos (d-ill.) for their tireless efforts on behalf of the equipment manufacturing industry throughout the course of their careers in congress. 

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“thanks to south carolina’s pro-growth policies, the upstate has become a manufacturing powerhouse and a top destination for businesses of all sizes. i appreciate spartanburg steel products for the informative tour today and the opportunity to hear more about their business and how inflation, the supply chain crisis, and labor issues have impacted their 400-employee operation. in congress, i’m committed to finding solutions to these challenges that many of our upstate manufacturers are facing," said rep. william timmons (sc-04).

timmons toured the company's headquarters, greeting factory floor workers along the way. during the visit, timmons highlighted his efforts in congress to support the equipment manufacturing industry which generates $218 million in tax revenue annually for the state of south carolina.

“on behalf of spartanburg steel products 400 employees, we thank rep. timmons for taking the time out of his busy schedule to visit our operations, meet with management and employees, and hear how inflation, supply chain constraints and labor shortages have affected our business first hand. and thank you to the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 for their continued efforts through the i make america campaign, supporting the over 2.8 million men and women in the equipment manufacturing industry,” said mark whitten, president & ceo, spartanburg steel products.

"aem is grateful for congressman timmons strong support for the equipment manufacturing industry and his efforts to protect the more than 35,000 family-sustaining jobs our member companies support in south carolina," said kip eideberg, aem’s senior vice president of government and industry relations. "our elected officials must remain focused on addressing our nation's biggest challenges by championing pro-manufacturing policies that help grow our economy, bolster domestic supply chains, and invest in our nation’s infrastructure. we look forward to continuing to work with congressman timmons to strengthen american equipment manufacturing.”

pictures should be attributed to the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 .

“from historic inflation to a broken supply chain, our nation’s manufacturing industry is facing challenges like never before. we must do everything we can to support manufacturers, especially those here in michigan” said rep. lisa mcclain. “it was an incredible experience to tour the romeo rim facility in macomb county and see nearly 100 employees producing american made products. this business is a critical part of our local economy, and i look forward to working with my colleagues in congress to ensure they continue to succeed and thrive.”

mcclain toured the company's headquarters and met with employees on the factory floor for a townhall meeting. during the visit, she touched on the pro-manufacturing policies she supports as a member of the u.s. house of representatives which included the authorization of domestic semiconductor production as part of the annual national defense authorization act in 2021, as well as being a supporter of the chips act.

"later this year, romeo rim will be celebrating our 40th anniversary, so we know a thing or two about manufacturing in michigan. we are thankful for the opportunity to host representative lisa mcclain and to have a strong advocate for michigan industries. we can all benefit from pro-manufacturing legislative policies and it’s nice to see our congresswoman’s willingness to roll up her sleeves and work for michigan manufacturers," said tim howell, romeo rim's president and ceo.

"aem is grateful for congresswoman lisa mcclain's support of the equipment manufacturing industry, and her efforts to protect the 117,700 family-sustaining jobs it provides in michigan," said kip eideberg, aem’s senior vice president of government and industry relations. "as our nation faces a constrained supply chain and workforce challenges, it is imperative that our elected officials remain focused on finding solutions to these issues and ensuring american equipment manufacturers can compete in the global economy."

aem surveyed ceos on the state of american manufacturing, the role of the chinese market, and industry priorities for the global innovation and competition bill under consideration by congress. the findings of the survey show that equipment manufacturers continue to be impacted by long raw-materials lead times, persistent shortages of critical basic materials, and difficulties in transporting products.

“it should come as no surprise to anyone who has been paying attention to the u.s. manufacturing sector during the past two years that we need to fund investments for domestic semiconductor research, design, and manufacturing, deliver tariff relief to manufacturers, strengthen critical supply chains, and invest in the next generation of skilled workers,” said kip eideberg, aem’s senior vice president of government and industry relations. 

“while we welcome efforts to incentivize semiconductor production in the united states, it is imperative that congress continues to work on bipartisan measures that will strengthen domestic supply chains, bolster emerging technologies, and invest in the american worker. as our latest ceo survey indicates, there is also a clear and urgent need to address and reorient u.s. policy in the indo-pacific. we will continue to remind lawmakers that their job is not done until the united states is once again the most innovative and productive nation in the world.”

aem conducted the survey from june 27 to july 15. ceos were asked to weigh in on the current state of the u.s. manufacturing sector, the impact of supply chain challenges, the impact of a lack of skilled workers on manufacturing operations, and the implications the semiconductor shortages on revenue and production times.  

the survey’s key findings include:  

• more than eight-in-ten (84 percent) of ceos believe china’s unfair trade and investment practices prevent american companies from competing on a level playing field. 
  • it is worth noting that four-in-ten (39 percent) ceos said the chinese government and its trade practices, including intellectual property theft, forced technology transfer, and unfair subsidies pose enormous, long-term challenges for their companies and should be countered through robust economic and geopolitical response by the united states. 
• three out of four ceos believe federal investment in semiconductor research and development is necessary for economic growth and will allow american companies to be more competitive in the global marketplace.  
• more than eight-in-ten (81 percent) of ceos want the u.s. to codify a section 301 tariff exemption process. 
• seven-in-ten (72 percent) ceos had to increase prices on finished goods due to ongoing section 301 tariffs.
• six-in-ten ceos report lost sales opportunities and delayed production due to chip shortages.
• more than three quarters (76 percent) of ceos see value in establishing an office of manufacturing security and resilience, where manufacturers of all sizes can connect with the federal government to identify supply chain disruptions before they become full-blown crises.  
• almost nine-in-ten (87 percent) of ceos agree that increasing domestic production of components and semiconductors will decrease wait times and supply chain constraints.  
• more than three quarters (79 percent) of ceos had to raise prices on finished goods due to chip shortages.
• almost eight-in-ten (78 percent) of companies cite skilled labor shortages delaying production. 
• seven-in-ten ceos said they would create more jobs as a result of increased domestic semiconductor production. 
• nine-in-ten (91 percent) of ceos would like to see federal investment in workforce training and technical apprenticeships.

the series will be highlighted through aem’s national grassroots advocacy campaign, i make america, as well as  facebook, instagram, and twitter, throughout the rest of the year. i make america is made up of more than 40,000 supporters throughout the united states who are committed to advancing pro-manufacturing policies that help the $288 billion equipment manufacturing compete globally.

“equipment manufacturers have a powerful story to tell and aem’s through the lens: equipment manufacturers make america photo series spotlights the critical work the 2.8 million men and women of our industry do every single day, said kip eideberg, aem’s vice president of government and industry relations. “lawmakers in washington and in state capitals across the country make decisions that impact our jobs and our communities, and these photos will hopefully help them recognize that their decisions have real-life consequences for hardworking americans.

photos should be attributed to brad romano for the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 .

bomag
“the women and men at bomag’s manufacturing facility in ridgeway, sc, designs, builds and supports roadbuilding equipment that is vital to our nation’s infrastructure.  the hard work of our team here helps the us economy maintain its competitive advantage by connecting our citizens, communities and companies to the necessities required for long term, sustainable growth. bomag depends on skilled workers like the ones featured in these photos to produce the high-quality equipment necessary to support our customers throughout the 50 states and canada in strengthening our infrastructure and driving american development.  bomag is honored our dedicated team is highlighted in this i make america photo series,” said rob mueckler, president of bomag americas.


paver assembler erika alston installs sub components on a cr 1030w paver.

calder brothers
“we are so grateful to have been chosen to participate in this project showcasing what it is like as an equipment manufacturer in america. our skilled laborers, workforce and the equipment they produce are used to help build the essential infrastructure we need in communities all over the country. these photographs truly illustrate how fundamental american manufacturing is to the overall success of our nation, both economically and structurally. we hope policy makers recognize the importance of the work we do and help protect the manufacturing industry for generations to come,” said glen calder, executive vice president of calder brothers corporation.

julio ventura carefully lines up the components to weld a screed bottom together to be used on a commercial asphalt paver at calder brothers corp’s taylors manufacturing facility.

jcb
“jcb north america and our team members were honored to recently host the aem team and support the important work they are doing with the through the lens: equipment manufacturers make america photo series.  our team members are the backbone of our success in north america and serve to further demonstrate the impact manufacturing has on the american economy through their work.  we are excited this project provided the opportunity to highlight, our hard-working team members that produce the equipment necessary to build, feed and defend america,” said tonya poole, vice president of human resources, jcb north america.

candace hills is installing wheel hubs on the skidsteer mainline.

kubota
"the team members representing kubota equipment manufacturing businesses in north america were so excited to be a part of this project and to help tell the amazing story of how american ingenuity and manufacturing skills are alive and well today.  the significant contributions of our team and our more than 400 supply base partners represent a huge economic impact all across this nation.  with north america being kubota's most important market, our growth and strength in the manufacturing sector has made our philosophy 'local production for local consumption' into reality.  thank you aem for featuring our dedicated team as part of the pictorial history of manufacturing in america!  on your side!" said phil sutton, vice president of kubota manufacturing of america corporation and kubota industrial equipment corporation.  

griselda alvarez is performing a final inspection before shipping on a l-series tractor at kubota's jefferson, georgia tractor manufacturing facility.

leeboy
“leeboy is a proud supporter of the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 and its grassroots and advocacy efforts. this photo series gave us the opportunity to showcase the men and women responsible for building the world’s most dependable and productive commercial asphalt paving equipment. for nearly 60 years, our employees have been manufacturing equipment in the lincolnton, nc area for global distribution. leeboy and our employees make a significant impact to american infrastructure, so we will continue to tell our story and advocate for pro-manufacturing policies,” said brian bieller, leeboy president and ceo.

leeboy painters are spraying several racks of miscellaneous weldment parts.

power curbers inc.
“power curbers companies is pleased to participate in aem’s photo storytelling project.  as our equipment is used in road building projects from major us interstates to rural roads in developing countries, we are proud to have a role in connecting people across the globe.  there’s no better way to show who we are as a manufacturer than through pictures of our hard-working associates at their craft.  at a time where the entire country is in need of laborers, our dedicated team at power curbers in salisbury, nc and at power pavers in cedar falls, ia work tirelessly to deliver for our customers,” said stephen bullock, ceo of power curbers inc. 


perry campbell is a power curbers plasma table operator, and he is deburring a mold mounting component cut from 1.5-inch steel plate.

to encourage investment, job growth, and development and production of more equipment in the united states, aem advocates on behalf of its more than 1,000 members to urge state and federal lawmakers to champion policies that create a globally competitive business environment, rebuild our nation’s infrastructure, open foreign markets for equipment manufactures in the united states, and keep the u.s. agricultural economy strong. the association’s membership represents companies with over 200 product lines in the agriculture, 2022世界杯亚洲区赛程表时间 , mining, forestry, and utility industries.

to continue following the through the lens: equipment manufacturers make america photo series, please follow i make america’s facebook, instagram, and twitter accounts.

"any hard-working manufacturer in the united states can still be held back by our crippling inflation and struggling supply chain. manufacturing is the backbone of our nation's economy; without it, we would not be able to sustain our economy. our supply challenges clearly demonstrate the need for more american manufacturing, not less. i am grateful to maintain an ongoing dialogue with mcelroy and the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 to fight for regulatory certainty so they can grow their business, protect jobs and increase their competitiveness worldwide. the remarkable people at mcelroy all know first-hand the challenges we face and solutions that will grow our nation, " said james lankford, united states senate.

lankford toured mcelroy's admiral facility, one of their three manufacturing facilities in tulsa and participated in a townhall with employees on the factory floor. during the visit, the senator touched on the policies needed to revitalize america’s manufacturing base, strengthen supply chains, and position u.s. workers and businesses to compete and lead globally in the 21st century.

aem is working closely with congressional leaders from both parties to swiftly reach agreement on bipartisan legislation that will boost u.s. economic competitiveness and capacity for innovation. a strong bipartisan legislation that fully funds the chips act, bolsters supply chain resiliency, advances and grows u.s. international trade, and strengthens u.s. energy innovation leadership will enable the united states to better compete in the global economy and create more jobs in communities across the country.

“we were thrilled to have the opportunity to host sen. lankford again at mcelroy and have the opportunity to further advocate for american manufacturing,” said mcelroy ceo and president chip mcelroy. “as a company, we understand the importance of a strong manufacturing sector in the united states, and it is important we stay engaged with our political leaders to ensure our voices are heard.”

“aem greatly appreciates senator lankford's unwavering focus on strengthening u.s. manufacturing, countering chinese threats to our economic and national security, and delivering more opportunities for the 2.8 million men and women who make the equipment that builds, powers, and feeds the world,” said kip eideberg, aem’s senior vice president of government and industry relations. “at a time of rising geopolitical risk and increasing competition from abroad, it is vital that we advance legislation that helps american businesses accelerate innovation, drive economic growth, create family-sustaining jobs, and out-compete the rest of the world.

about aem
aem is the north american-based international trade group representing off-road equipment manufacturers and suppliers, with more than 1,000 companies and more than 200 product lines in the agriculture and 2022世界杯亚洲区赛程表时间 -related industry sectors worldwide. the equipment manufacturing industry supports 2.8 million jobs in the u.s. equipment manufacturers also contribute $288 billion a year to the u.s. economy. visit aem.org/advocacy for more information.  

the event, titled rethinking milwaukee's infrastructure: the challenges and opportunities, is the second in a series of events that aem will host across the country to highlight policy recommendations outlined in the rebuild with purpose: an affirmative vision for 21st century american infrastructure, a brookings institution report released in collaboration with aem last year.

the event featured a fireside chat with milwaukee mayor cavalier johnson and amy liu of brookings metro, who discussed how the city is leveraging newly created federal grant programs to design infrastructure projects that will create greater economic opportunity in the area.

“infrastructure investment has lagged across america, and in cities like milwaukee there are pressing needs,” milwaukee mayor cavalier johnson said. “we now have new resources at hand to start the work that’s needed. in my city, we are prioritizing the replacement of lead pipes that carry drinking water to individual residences. and with aging roadways, sewers, and streetlighting, we have goals that new resources will help us meet. i appreciate the insight on this topic offered to us by our friends at the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 .”

the fireside chat was followed by a panel discussion that featured milwaukee department of city development commissioner lafayette crump, greater milwaukee foundation senior vice president and chief strategy officer kathryn j. dunn, milwaukee metropolitan sewerage district executive director kevin shafer, metropolitan milwaukee association of commerce president tim sheehy, and was moderated by brookings metro senior fellow adie tomer. the group examined the challenges and opportunities facing communities such as milwaukee and how the infrastructure investment and jobs act will help create a modern, sustainable, and equitable infrastructure for all americans.

"for years, the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 has been leading the charge for a generational investment in our nation's infrastructure. with the infrastructure investment and jobs act signed into law, we are partnering with state and local leaders to ensure that we leverage this historic legislation to rebuild roads and bridges, invest in water and wastewater systems, upgrade ports and inland waterways, expand broadband networks, and create more " said aem president megan tanel.

“the united states is well-positioned to rebuild our nation’s infrastructure, but this cannot be accomplished without leaders who are committed to shepherding federal funds to the right infrastructure projects," said austin ramirez, chief executive officer of husco and chair of aem’s infrastructure vision 2050 task force. "the rebuild with purpose report can serve as a road map for policymakers for how to leverage federal funding in ways that expand opportunities and improve the quality of life for milwaukee and the state of wisconsin."

“we value aem’s support of our rebuild with purpose report and the ensuing collaboration to bring a forward vision of infrastructure to communities across the country, including greater milwaukee,” said amy liu, vice president and director of brookings metro. “the important conversation with mayor johnson and local stakeholders revealed that leaders in greater milwaukee are in vigorous agreement that clean water, infrastructure jobs, and equitable investments are key to the region’s future economy and quality of life. further, this is a region eager to partner with the state to realize this shared purpose."

about the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜
aem is the north american-based international trade group representing off-road equipment manufacturers and suppliers, with more than 1,000 companies and more than 200 product lines in the agriculture and 2022世界杯亚洲区赛程表时间 -related industry sectors worldwide. the equipment manufacturing industry supports 2.8 million jobs in the u.s. equipment manufacturers also contribute $288 billion a year to the u.s. economy. visit aem.org/advocacy for more information.  

about infrastructure vision 2050
infrastructure vision 2050 is the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 ’ thought leadership policy initiative focused on crafting and supporting the implementation of a long-term, national vision for u.s. infrastructure. since 2014, iv2050 has developed innovative, transformative solutions to our country’s infrastructure needs. iv2050 is guided by an aem task force of volunteer executive leaders from the association’s member companies representing the 2022世界杯亚洲区赛程表时间 , agriculture, and utility sectors. 

as congress considers the bipartisan innovation act, legislation to outcompete china, boost domestic research and manufacturing, and secure supply chains that are critical to the country’s national security and economy, “faces of manufacturing” will rally equipment manufacturing workers from coast to coast and drive support for the bill from the ground up. “faces of manufacturing” is part of i make america, aem’s national grassroots campaign, which educates and engages equipment manufacturing workers around the issues that impact their jobs, their families, and their communities.

 “fueled by a legacy of grit and ingenuity, america’s equipment manufacturers can outcompete anyone,” said kip eideberg, aem’s senior vice president of government and industry relations. “but when other countries engage in unfair trade and investment practices, we are effectively forced to compete with one hand tied behind our back. with less than seven months until the midterm elections, we are mobilizing the men and women of our industry to send a message to congress: they must come together in a bipartisan fashion to enhance american competitiveness and empower u.s. workers and companies to succeed in domestic and international markets.”

for more than a decade, i make america has empowered its supporters to advocate for the policies that will keep the u.s. equipment manufacturing industry strong and workers employed. this marks the first time that the campaign has mobilized the backbone of the industry—assemblers, electricians, machinists, painters, welders, and others—to help rally everyone around a common cause. the “faces of manufacturing” video was shot on location at astec (chattanooga, tenn.), case ih (racine, wis.), husco (waukesha, wis.), komatsu america corporation (chattanooga, tenn.), kondex corporation (lomira, wis.), and miller formless (mchenry, ill).

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about the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜       

the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 is the north american-based international trade group representing off-road equipment manufacturers and suppliers, with more than 1,000 companies and more than 200 product lines in the agriculture and 2022世界杯亚洲区赛程表时间 -related industry sectors worldwide. the equipment manufacturing industry supports 2.8 million jobs in the u.s. equipment manufacturers also contribute $288 billion a year to the u.s. economy.

about i make america

i make america is the national grassroots campaign of the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 , which advocates for policies that support manufacturing jobs and help america’s equipment manufacturers compete globally. launched in 2010, i make america engages, educates, and mobilizes tens of thousands of supporters across the country in support of pro-manufacturing policies.

“it was great to tour cbi and learn more about the work that they do to support businesses, strengthen our economy, and create good jobs,” said senator hassan. “i am focused on addressing the high costs and supply chain challenges that businesses like cbi are facing. i appreciated the opportunity to speak with cbi and the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 leaders and employees about our bipartisan effort in congress to invest in american manufacturing, strengthen supply chains, and outcompete countries like china.”

sen. hassan toured the company’s newton facility and met with employees on the factory floor. during the visit, she discussed her efforts to promote broader r&d, supply chain resilience, and a level playing field for american businesses, workers, and farmers. senator hassan also highlighted her work to ensure that the final bill includes expanded research and development tax credit for small businesses and the ability of u.s. companies to fully deduct r&d investments.

aem is working with closely with congressional leaders of both parties and the administration to chart a path forward for the bipartisan innovation act, which will strengthen the u.s. supply chain, invest in innovation, increase america’s global competitiveness, and protect manufacturing jobs in new hampshire.

“cbi was honored to host senator hassan and give her a first-hand look at modern manufacturing at our newton facility,” said nate fuller, cbi operational general manager. “we are grateful for her bipartisan efforts to strengthen and expand manufacturing in new hampshire and ensure that the men and women of cbi a terex brand can continue to do what they do best: design, build, and support world-class equipment for customers around the world."

“aem greatly appreciates senator hassan’s steadfast focus on strengthening u.s. equipment manufacturing, increasing our global competitiveness, and providing more opportunities for the men 2.8 million men and women who make the equipment that build, power, and feed the world,” said kip eideberg, aem’s senior vice president of government and industry relations. “at a time of rising geopolitical risk and increasing competition from abroad, it is imperative that our elected officials set aside their differences and swiftly reach agreement on legislation that will enable the united states to better compete in the global economy and create more family-sustaining jobs in america.”

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aem is the north american-based international trade group representing off-road equipment manufacturers and suppliers, with more than 1,000 companies and more than 200 product lines in the agriculture and 2022世界杯亚洲区赛程表时间 -related industry sectors worldwide. the equipment manufacturing industry supports 2.8 million jobs in the u.s. equipment manufacturers also contribute $288 billion a year to the u.s. economy. visit aem.org/advocacy for more information.  

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since 1958, bobcat company has been empowering people to accomplish more. as a leading global manufacturer of compact equipment, bobcat has a proud legacy of innovation and a reputation based on delivering smart solutions to customers’ toughest challenges. backed by the support of a worldwide network of independent dealers and distributors, bobcat offers an extensive line of compact equipment, including loaders, excavators, compact tractors, utility products, telehandlers, mowers, attachments, implements, parts, and services. headquartered in west fargo, north dakota, bobcat continues to lead the industry, all while helping people succeed and build stronger communities and a better tomorrow. for more information, visit www.bobcat.com

versalift midwest (formerly cannon truck equipment) specializes in truck customization and provides specialized services in the fields of manufacturing, sales, and parts for the trucking industry. versalift midwest, takes pride in being michigan’s highest quality truck equipment and service provider. 

i make america is the grassroots campaign of the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 (aem), which advocates for policies that support manufacturing jobs and help america's equipment manufacturers compete globally.

aem is the north american-based international trade group representing off-road equipment manufacturers and suppliers, with more than 1,000 companies and more than 200 product lines in the agriculture and 2022世界杯亚洲区赛程表时间 -related industry sectors worldwide. the equipment manufacturing industry supports 1.3 million jobs in the u.s. equipment manufacturers also contribute $159 billion to the u.s. economy.

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june 1, 2022 (waukesha, wi)- the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 (aem) and husco hosted u.s. senator tammy baldwin (d-wi) for a tour of the company's waukesha manufacturing facility and to continue the conversation about supporting america's equipment manufacturers through pro-manufacturing policies. husco is a family-owned company specializing in high performance hydraulic and electro-mechanical components for more than 30 years.

senator baldwin has been a strong supporter of the 2.8 million men and women of the u.s. equipment manufacturing industry throughout her career and has built an impressive record of working across the aisle to champion policies that help the industry to grow and succeed in wisconsin and across the country. 

during her visit, baldwin met with husco employees and provided an update on the conference committee's progress on the bipartisan innovation act which would strengthen u.s. supply chains, invest in innovation, increase america's global competitiveness, and protect equipment manufacturing jobs in wisconsin.

senator baldwin also recently joined aem's i make america campaign for a tour of kuhn's manufacturing facility in broadhead where, as a member of the bipartisan bipartisan innovation act conference committee, she reiterated her commitment to increasing america's competitiveness in the global marketplace and ensuring the long-term success of wisconsin's equipment manufacturing industry.

“i am working to pass the bipartisan innovation act because it provides a strong federal investment that will make sure the u.s. has a self-sustaining supply of semiconductor chips that equipment manufacturers need. this will help us strengthen our domestic manufacturing supply chain and bring jobs back to america. working together with wisconsin manufacturers like husco, and the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 , we are going to get the job done on this legislation to support businesses and workers who are building a made in america economy," said senator baldwin.

"husco is honored to host senator tammy baldwin at our waukesha facility today," said president and ceo of husco international austin ramirez. "we are grateful to have her support in the senate and are encouraged by her commitment to helping equipment manufacturers thrive as she navigates bipartisan conversations on the bipartisan innovation act."

"senator baldwin has been a trusted partner for america's equipment manufacturers, and we appreciate her taking the time to visit husco today. we are grateful for her efforts to highlight the challenges facing our industry as a member of the bipartisan innovation act conference committee and look forward to supporting her as she continues to be a strong voice for the 2.8 million men and women of our industry," said aem's senior vice president of government relations kip eideberg. 

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aem is the north american-based international trade group representing off-road equipment manufacturers and suppliers, with more than 1,000 companies and more than 200 product lines in the agriculture and 2022世界杯亚洲区赛程表时间 -related industry sectors worldwide. the equipment manufacturing industry supports 2.8 million jobs in the u.s. equipment manufacturers also contribute $288 billion a year to the u.s. economy. visit aem.org/advocacy for more information.  

senator baldwin has been a strong supporter of the 2.8 million men and women of the u.s. equipment manufacturing industry throughout her career and has built an impressive record of working across the aisle to champion policies that help the industry to grow and succeed in wisconsin and across the country. 

during her visit, baldwin met with kuhn employees and provided an update on the global competition and innovation bill, called the bipartisan innovation act, that both parties hope to pass this year. senator baldwin reiterated her strong commitment to investing in innovation, strengthening supply chains, improving america’s competitiveness, and ensuring the long-term success of wisconsin’s equipment manufacturing industry. 

“companies like kuhn north america are critical to moving not only our made in wisconsin manufacturing economy forward, but also to ensuring our farmers have the tools they need to bring their products efficiently to market,” said senator baldwin. “as we work to finalize legislation to build a made in america supply chain and bring manufacturing jobs back to america, i was excited to visit kuhn today to highlight how we can better support wisconsin manufacturers who help move our agriculture economy forward. i look forward to passing the bipartisan innovation act because it will accelerate the domestic production of critical components for kuhn’s equipment.” 

“kuhn was honored to host senator baldwin at our brodhead facility,” said greg petras, president of kuhn north america, inc. “thanks to the support of leaders like senator baldwin, we can continue to manufacture the equipment that feeds america. we are encouraged to hear about her efforts to strengthen america's supply chains and build the next generation of skilled workers, allowing our company and our industry to thrive in wisconsin and across the united states.” 

“during her tenure in congress, senator baldwin has been a tireless advocate for the millions of americans making the equipment that builds, powers, and feeds the world,” said megan tanel, aem president. “she is a reliable partner for our industry and aem is grateful for her efforts to strengthen the equipment manufacturing industry. we look forward to continuing our work with her as she turns her attention to the bipartisan innovation act and works across the aisle to send the bill to the president’s desk.”  

senator ernst, who serves on the committee on agriculture and the committee on environment and public works, has been a trusted partner to the equipment manufacturing industry during her eight years in congress. the senator is a tireless advocate for free and fair trade, a champion for american biofuels, and a strong voice for equipment manufacturers. her votes in favor of the historic united states-mexico-canada agreement (usmca), the tax cuts and jobs act, and the 2018 farm bill, among others, have made a real and lasting difference for the 2.8 million men and women of the equipment manufacturing industry. in recognition of her outstanding support for the equipment manufacturing industry, aem presented senator ernst with its champion of the industry award in 2021. 

“in today’s world, supporting american manufacturing and decreasing our reliance on adversaries, like china, is critical to our economic security. as i meet and visit with small businesses and manufacturers across iowa throughout my 99 county tour, i consistently hear about the challenges so many are facing in today’s economy, including higher costs under record inflation levels, obstacles in recruiting a full workforce, and ongoing supply chain issues, all of which i am pushing solutions to address,” said senator joni ernst. “thank you to weiler and the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 for hosting me today for this insightful discussion about ways washington can support american manufacturing and for the tour of this great iowa facility.”

“weiler is proud to welcome senator ernst to our facility today, and we are grateful for her support of our industry,” said weiler president and ceo pat weiler. “today’s discussion with senator ernst was productive and touched on the priorities and challenges facing our industry. weiler will continue making top-of-the-line paving equipment and is encouraged by her efforts in congress that empower our workers and industry.” 

“throughout her time in congress, senator ernst has consistently recognized the important contributions of equipment manufacturers and has worked tirelessly to encourage a strong and vibrant industry,” said kip eideberg, aem senior vice president of government and industry relations. “the 2.8 million men and women of our industry have always been able to count on her support for policies that keep equipment manufacturing strong, including free and fair trade, a competitive tax code, and strong rural communities.”

during 2022, i make america will continue hosting state and federal elected officials at aem member company facilities across the country. to learn more about the i make america grassroots campaign click here.  

lt. gov. robinson has experience in the manufacturing industry as he previously worked for a furniture manufacturer during his early professional career. while touring the leeboy facility and production lines, robinson reflected on his time in the manufacturing industry and offered his support for the equipment manufacturing industry, which provides more than 13,800 jobs for north carolinians. conversations with robinson touched on the need for more skilled workers, supply chain constraints, and other industry challenges in north carolina. 

“it was my privilege to visit leeboy, and to be with aem today. the employees here at leeboy are part of the american workforce that makes the world go round - they make the equipment that builds the world," said north carolina lt. gov. mark robinson. "i am glad i was able to be with you and i will continue to fight to ensure that north carolina and american workers are always put first!"

“leeboy was honored to host lieutenant governor robinson at our lincolnton facility,” said brian bieller, president and ceo of leeboy. “thanks to the support of leaders like lt. governor robinson, we can continue to manufacture the critical equipment that keeps people and goods moving safely and efficiently across america. we are encouraged to hear about his efforts in raleigh that will allow our company and our industry to thrive in north carolina.” 

during 2022, i make america will continue hosting elected officials from state and federal governments at aem member company facilities across the nation. to learn more about the i make america grassroots campaign click here.   

“equipment manufacturers are eager to hear president biden’s state of the union address and will be looking for assurances that the administration is moving forward with a comprehensive strategy to help unleash the full potential of american manufacturing, including passage of legislation to counter china and confront persistent supply chain problems.

"the volatile and unpredictable geopolitical environment is placing further strain on already stressed global supply chains, and underscores the need for a strong bipartisan policy response from our elected officials. equipment manufacturers continue to face inventory shortages, skyrocketing freight rates, and congestion at u.s. ports, all while trying to deliver the equipment that helps build, power, and feed our country. we need a bold new vision for american manufacturing that prioritizes funding for basic and advanced technology research, investment in education and training programs, removal of harmful tariffs, and an end to china’s unfair trade and investment practices. we urge president biden, as well as democrats and republicans in congress, to set aside their differences and pass sweeping legislation to boost american competitiveness with china as soon as possible.”
 

“passage of the america competes act moves us one step closer to our goal of strengthening america’s supply chains, training the next generation of skilled workers and supporting the future of equipment manufacturing in america,” said eideberg. “the authorization of $45 billion in grants, loans, and loan guarantees to support supply chain resiliency will boost domestic manufacturing of critical goods. the inclusion of the builds act will ensure that american workers get the training they need to succeed and take on the family-sustaining jobs in the equipment manufacturing industry.

although the america competes act includes some worthy components — including for the chips for america act to bolster u.s. semiconductor capacity and new tools for supply chain resiliency — the legislation still needs a lot of work. lawmakers must ensure there is sufficient funding for semiconductor research and development and establish a transparent process for equipment manufacturers to petition for section 301 tariff exclusions.

we urge democrats and republicans in the house and senate to expeditiously engage in a formal conference to address areas of concern and produce a durable, bipartisan law that helps equipment manufacturers meet the challenges of the global economy.”

“for years, aem has led the charge in washington for comprehensive, federal investment in u.s. roads, highways, bridges, broadband networks, electric grids, water and wastewater systems, ports, and inland waterways. aem applauds the bipartisan group of lawmakers and president biden for putting country first and finally getting this bill across the finish line. the 2.8 million men and women of the equipment manufacturing industry are ready to get to work and ensure that this historic investment ushers in a new era of economic prosperity for all americans."

“tonight’s vote represents a win for bipartisanship and a once-in-a-generation investment in the future of our country. we salute this rare and historic bipartisan victory for the 2.8 million men and women of the equipment manufacturing industry. it will make us more competitive, more prosperous, and more equitable as a nation. equipment manufacturers have long criticized the partisan rancor and division that has undermined much-needed investments in our future. the lawmakers who put country first and voted in favor of the infrastructure investment and jobs act have demonstrated real leadership and a commitment to our nation’s renewal.”

“as the u.s. house of representatives comes up against another self-imposed deadline to pass the infrastructure investment and jobs act, the facts remain the same: this is a bipartisan, fully funded bill that is not connected to partisan legislation currently under consideration in washington. the need to make once-in-a-century investments in our roads and bridges, public transit, rail and ports, clean water, and broadband – not to mention the 100,000 family-sustaining equipment manufacturing jobs it will create – has never been greater. the mounting economic consequences of inaction are hitting equipment manufacturers across the country at a time when they can least afford it. the u.s. house of representatives is running out of time to deliver a much-needed win for the 2.8 million men and women of the equipment manufacturing industry and the u.s. economy. we once again urge democrats and republicans to put policy ahead of politics, pass the infrastructure investment and jobs act, and send it to president biden’s desk for his signature.”

aem released a study earlier this year that shows new potential infrastructure investments made by congress over the next several years could create more than 100,000 family-sustaining equipment manufacturing jobs and nearly 500,000 u.s. manufacturing jobs overall.

“the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 (aem) welcomes the agreement between the united states and the european union to ease tariffs on billions of dollars of steel and aluminum and take meaningful steps to resolve a trade dispute that has hung over the transatlantic relationship for years. president biden deserves a lot of credit for getting back to the negotiating table with our european partners and reaching an agreement that, while not perfect, goes a long way in restoring free and fair trade across the atlantic. the tariffs on steel and aluminum have increased the cost of production of u.s. agriculture and 2022世界杯亚洲区赛程表时间 equipment, cost our industry thousands of jobs, and hurt the u.s. economy. this new agreement will help address steel shortages and soaring prices that have hurt equipment manufacturers, while also addressing overcapacity from china and preventing leakage of chinese steel into the u.s. market. we hope that both sides will build on the momentum from today’s agreement to remove the remaining obstacles to free and fair trade.”

equipment manufacturers rely on mutually beneficial trade relationships with our partners. thirty percent of equipment made in the united states is destined for export. a strong u.s.-eu trade and investment relationship helps support many of the 2.8 million family-sustaining equipment manufacturing jobs and is essential to our country’s long-term economic growth and prosperity.

卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 (aem) president dennis slater issued the following statement on the reintroduction of the bicameral congressional trade authority act:

“the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 (aem) applauds the reintroduction of the bicameral congressional trade authority act. this legislation will reestablish congressional authority on section 232 of the trade expansion act of 1962, ensuring that future tariffs or quotas put in place under national security grounds are reviewed by congress. u.s. equipment manufacturers continue to pay artificially inflated prices for steel, which is undermining american manufacturing and our industry’s ability to compete globally. this legislation will add much needed transparency and accountability to a flawed process and make sure the department of defense also plays an active role in determining what is a national security threat. we applaud senator toomey (r-pa.) for continuing to focus on this important issue and making sure u.s. manufacturers and american workers are not weighed down by bad policy.”

equipment manufacturers rely on mutually beneficial trade relationships with our partners. for example, 30 percent of equipment made in the united states destined for export. a robust trade market helps support many of the 2.8 million good-paying jobs our industry supports in the u.s.

卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 (aem) senior vice president of government and industry relations kip eideberg issued the following statement on the biden administration’s pledge to reopen the tariff exclusion process.

“while we fully support the administration’s pledge to reopen the tariff exclusion process, u.s. equipment manufacturers want to see the removal of the tariffs already in place, reach a negotiated agreement for china to follow through with purchases under the phase one deal, and avoid future trade friction between the world’s two largest economies. china’s unfair trade practices must change. however, the broad and unilateral use of tariffs has undermined our industry’s global competitiveness. the biden administration must continue to work with our trading partners and allies and use alternative means to level the playing field.”

free and fair trade policy is vital to the long-term growth of the equipment manufacturing industry. one third of equipment made in the united states is destined for export, and the current section 301 tariffs hurt both equipment manufacturers, undermine our nation’s competitiveness and cost american taxpayers billions. tariffs on manufacturing inputs also raise the costs of production and result in job losses for u.s. equipment manufacturers. it is time for the biden administration to reopen the tariff exclusion process and work towards removing the harmful tariffs altogether.

卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 (aem) senior vice president of government and industry relations kip eideberg issued the following statement on today’s lack of progress on passing the bipartisan infrastructure bill:

"if our elected representatives in washington do not vote on and pass the infrastructure investment and jobs act today, they will have let down equipment manufacturers and the 2.8 million hardworking men and women of our industry,” said kip eideberg, aem senior vice president of government and industry relations. “equipment manufacturers show up to work every day, even during a global pandemic, because they know that americans count on them to make the equipment that build, power, and feed our nation. it is utterly inexcusable that our elected representatives are unwilling to do the same. the all-at-once or nothing mentality that currently pervades washington is not conducive to the bipartisan leadership and constructive governing necessary to move our country forward. the hardworking men and women of our industry deserve to know why our elected representatives in washington do not have the courage to put country over party and support a bill that will ensure our industry’s long-term economic growth and prosperity, and improve the lives of all americans. we urge the u.s. house of representatives to pass this bipartisan, commonsense bill today.”

aem released a study that shows new potential infrastructure investments made by congress over the next several years could create more than 100,000 family-sustaining equipment manufacturing jobs and nearly 500,000 u.s. manufacturing jobs overall. the equipment manufacturing industry represents one of every eight u.s. manufacturing jobs currently with 2.8 million men and women and contribute $288 billion each year to the u.s. economy.

卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 (aem) senior vice president of government and industry relations kip eideberg issued the following statement urging the u.s. house of representatives to vote on the bipartisan infrastructure bill immediately: 

“equipment manufacturers have left democrats and republicans with little doubt where we stand on the infrastructure investment and jobs act. make no mistake. a vote in support of this legislation is a vote in support of the 2.8 million hardworking men and women of the equipment manufacturing industry. it is also a vote in support of sustained long-term economic growth for all americans for generations to come. failure to pass the bipartisan infrastructure bill is not only a failure of bipartisanship, but it is a failure of the constructive governing necessary to move our country forward. we urge democrats and republicans to rise above the partisan rhetoric, the blatant misinformation, and the political gamesmanship and send the bill to the president’s desk.”

aem released a study that shows new potential infrastructure investments made by congress over the next several years could create more than 100,000 family-sustaining equipment manufacturing jobs and nearly 500,000 u.s. manufacturing jobs overall. the equipment manufacturing industry represents one of every eight u.s. manufacturing jobs currently with 2.8 million men and women and contribute $288 billion each year to the u.s. economy.

the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 (aem) issued the following statement regarding the introduction of the bipartisan “precision ag loan program act of 2021.”

“the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 applauds senators deb fischer and amy klobuchar for their steadfast leadership on behalf of rural america and for introducing the precision agriculture loan program act of 2021,” said dennis slater, president of the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 . “this important legislation recognizes the critical role that precision agriculture technology, such as machine section control, auto guidance, variable rate technology, telematics, and precision irrigation, plays in promoting climate-smart agriculture. aem’s own research shows that increased adoption of precision agriculture technology in the crop farming industry can have a significant environmental and economic impact for farmers in maximizing productivity, crop yields, fertilizer use, herbicide use, fossil fuel use, and water use, as well as reducing carbon emissions. the precision agriculture loan program act of 2021 will give u.s. farmers a whole new set of tools to help achieve climate goals while continuing to feed and fuel the world.”

“equipment manufacturers commend the u.s. senate for passing a bold and bipartisan bill that will make a transformational investment in our nation’s infrastructure. the infrastructure investment and jobs act will create nearly 500,000 new manufacturing jobs over the next three years, including more than 100,000 high-skilled, family-sustaining jobs in the equipment manufacturing industry. investing in our infrastructure will also help us respond to our biggest challenges in ways that improve the quality of life for all americans, reinforce our global economic standing, and protect our planet. 

“we applaud the steadfast leadership and bipartisan work of the senate negotiators and committees to reach agreement through a collaborative and transparent process. senators kyrsten sinema and rob portman worked tirelessly to steer the bill through the senate and overcome a myriad of obstacles, and we are grateful for their dogged focus on bipartisanship. the infrastructure investment and jobs act is not only a once-in-a-generation opportunity to rebuild our nation’s infrastructure, but an opportunity to restore our economic competitiveness, enhance equipment manufacturers’ ability to meet the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century, and improve the lives of all americans. we urge the house of representatives to put policy ahead of politics and pass this bill as soon as possible. 

“for years, equipment manufacturers have the led the charge for a historic investment in our nation’s core infrastructure needs. the infrastructure investment and jobs act not only reflects many of our industry’s policy priorities but is also proof that members of both parties can work together for the benefit of all americans.” 

aem recently released a study that shows new potential infrastructure investments made by congress over the next several years could create more than 100,000 family-sustaining equipment manufacturing jobs and nearly 500,000 u.s. manufacturing jobs overall.

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aem is the north american-based international trade group representing off-road equipment manufacturers and suppliers, with more than 1,000 companies and more than 200 product lines in the agriculture and 2022世界杯亚洲区赛程表时间 -related industry sectors worldwide. the equipment manufacturing industry supports 2.8 million jobs in the u.s. equipment manufacturers also contribute $288 billion a year to the u.s. economy. 

“equipment manufacturers welcome the agreement by the bipartisan group of senators on a fiscally responsible infrastructure proposal that makes a once-in-a-generation investment in our nation’s infrastructure. this bipartisan infrastructure deal will address our country’s infrastructure needs while also growing the economy, enhancing our competitiveness, and creating as many as 100,000 family-sustaining equipment manufacturing jobs. we call on the full senate to vote yes on the cloture motion to proceed to consideration so that infrastructure legislation can be approved as soon as possible.”  

aem released a study yesterday that shows new potential infrastructure investments made by congress over the next several years could create more than 100,000 family-sustaining equipment manufacturing jobs and nearly 500,000 u.s. manufacturing jobs overall. 

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aem is the north american-based international trade group representing off-road equipment manufacturers and suppliers, with more than 1,000 companies and more than 200 product lines in the agriculture and 2022世界杯亚洲区赛程表时间 -related industry sectors worldwide. the equipment manufacturing industry supports 2.8 million jobs in the u.s. equipment manufacturers also contribute $288 billion a year to the u.s. economy. 

“the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 is pleased governor parson and the missouri legislature have chosen to make a significant investment in the state’s infrastructure for the first time in two decades,” said dennis slater, president of aem. “the time is now to make this type of commitment to fixing and modernizing our infrastructure so we can create good-paying jobs and make our economy more competitive. equipment manufacturers support policies that will help transform our nation’s infrastructure and call on democrats and republicans at both the state and federal level to pass commonsense, bipartisan bills like sb 262. we applaud missouri’s lawmakers for making a significant investment in their roads, bridges, and highways, spurring economic development and supporting the 35,000 equipment manufacturing jobs our industry represents in the show me state.”

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aem is the north american-based international trade group representing off-road equipment manufacturers and suppliers, with more than 1,000 companies and more than 200 product lines in the agriculture and 2022世界杯亚洲区赛程表时间 -related industry sectors worldwide. the equipment manufacturing industry supports 35,000 jobs in missouri. equipment manufacturers also contribute $3.2 billion a year to the state economy.

“taylor machine works, as a dynamic and strategic manufacturer for almost a century, is a credit to mississippi,” said senator hyde-smith. “taylor and the 卡塔尔vs塞内加尔竞猜 understand that enacting a national infrastructure plan can increase their ability to boost its employment and economic contributions to our state and nation. i want to work in the senate to help overcome significant hurdles and pass a responsible plan that rebuilds our infrastructure, strengthens our manufacturing base, and helps revitalize rural communities.”

i make america, aem’s national grassroots campaign, advocates for the policies that are critical to the industry’s long-term growth and prosperity. earlier this year, aem launched year of action, a groundbreaking initiative designed to educate and mobilize the 2.8 million men and women of the equipment manufacturing industry in support of its top policy priorities. the partnership with the taylor group of companies, and member companies across the country, is critical to the success of this initiative and aem’s overall advocacy work in washington and state capitals.

“taylor machine works was honored to host senator hyde-smith at our louisville facility,” said lex taylor, chairman of the board & ceo, the taylor group of companies. “thanks to the support of leaders like senator hyde-smith, we can continue to manufacture the equipment that builds, powers, and feeds america. we are encouraged to hear about her efforts to ensure a transformational investment in our nation’s infrastructure that will allow our company and our industry to thrive in mississippi and across the united states.”

“fueled by a legacy of grit and ingenuity, america’s equipment manufacturers can outcompete anyone,” said kip eideberg, aem’s senior vice president of government and industry relations. “but they need our elected leaders to advance pro-growth and pro-manufacturing policies to ensure that they can continue to win in the global economy. we greatly appreciate senator hyde-smith’s leadership on our industry’s top policy priorities, including infrastructure investment and workforce development, and her steadfast support for the more than 26,000 men and women of the equipment manufacturing industry in mississippi.”

if you would like to get involved with the i make america campaign and help us advocate for the policies that are critical to the equipment manufacturing industry’s long-term growth and prosperity, please contact wade balkonis (wbalkonis@aem.org).

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