Torres and Fleischmann Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing Manufacturing Day
Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Norma J. Torres (CA-35) and Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03) introduced a bipartisan resolution celebrating the first Friday of October as “Manufacturing Day.”
The resolution recognizes the vital role that American manufacturing plays in driving innovation, strengthening the economy, and creating family-sustaining jobs across the nation.
“Manufacturing has always been a cornerstone of opportunity for working families in the Inland Empire and across the country. From good-paying jobs to groundbreaking innovations, this sector keeps our economy strong and our communities moving forward,” said Congresswoman Norma Torres. “That’s why I am proud to recognize our local manufacturers every summer in the district during my Made in the 35th tours. By recognizing Manufacturing Day, Congress affirms the importance of investing in American workers, supporting the next generation of skilled talent, and ensuring that U.S. manufacturing continues to lead on the global stage.”
“Manufacturing is a crucial part of our economy that creates good-paying jobs, increases economic growth, and allows workers to learn and develop new skills. We should set aside a day to highlight America’s manufacturing sector and the hardworking men and women who work every day in domestic manufacturing,” said Congressman Fleischmann. “I’m proud to join my colleagues to introduce this bipartisan resolution and vow to continue to work in Congress to strengthen and support American manufacturing.”
The resolution underscores that manufacturers contributed nearly $2.9 trillion to the U.S. economy in 2022 and employ nearly 13 million Americans nationwide.
To highlight local manufacturing in California’s 35th Congressional District, Congresswoman Torres holds an annual “Made in the 35th” manufacturing tour to spotlight how local manufacturers create good-paying jobs and strengthen the Inland Empire’s economy. In 2022,, Representatives Torres & Fleischmann also secured the inclusion of their bicameral, bipartisan National MEP Supply Chain Database Act in the CHIPS and Science Act to help manufacturers prepare for future supply chain challenges. As a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee – which oversees all federal funding – the Congresswoman has increased funding for apprenticeship grants and Career and Technical Education State Grants to support small manufacturers and expand pathways to job training programs for workers.
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