Hoyer Hosts Local Manufacturers for Roundtable Discussion on Make It In America

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-5) hosted Fifth District manufacturers for a roundtable discussion on the Democrats' Make It In America agenda and issues of importance to their businesses as they work to successfully compete in the global economy.

"Make It In America appeals to everyone – liberals and conservatives, Democrats and Republicans, urban and rural – because the American people understand that a strong manufacturing base is essential to U.S. prosperity," stated Congressman Hoyer. "I am pleased that so many of our local manufacturers were able to join me today for this discussion of an issue essential to their livelihoods, and to America's long-term economic prosperity. Through our discussion, I saw firsthand their desire to compete in the global economy, and I am committed to ensuring that they have the resources and support to do so. I look forward to continuing this dialogue and working with manufacturers throughout the Fifth District on policies that will grow our manufacturing base, increase U.S. exports, and create jobs."

Representatives from the following local manufacturers participated in today's meeting:

·         Fast 3d, LLC (College Park)

·         Victor Stanley (Dunkirk)

·         Smartronix, Inc. (Hollywood)

·         Triton Metals, Inc. (Hollywood)

·         Danah Distributors (Beltsville)

·         Metropolitan Enterprises, Inc. (Waldorf)

·         Universal Cabinet Designs, Inc. (Waldorf)

·         Metropolitan Enterprises, Inc. (Waldorf)

·         Antenna Research Associates Inc. (Beltsville)

·         FASTech, Inc. (Laurel)

·         Genesis Engineering Solutions, Inc. (Lanham)

·         The Bechdon Company, Inc. (Upper Marlboro)

"Make It In America" is a legislative initiative from House Democrats to create American jobs and restore the competitiveness of our domestic manufacturing industry by creating an environment that encourages companies to invest in job creation and innovation here in the U.S. Throughout the past several months, Hoyer has visited with the owners and employees and toured the facilities of several manufacturers located in the Fifth District.

Since Democrats launched the Make It In America agenda, nearly 20 bills passed the House with bipartisan support. For more information on those bills and the Make It In America agenda, click here.