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Hoyer Tours UAV Solutions Facility, Discusses Make It In America Plan

July 16, 2014

JESSUP, MD–On Monday, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-5) visited UAV Solutions, a company that manufactures, tests, and designs unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems. During his tour, he learned more about UAV Solutions' manufacturing capabilities and discussed the Make It In America plan he is leading in Congress.

"I was pleased to visit UAV Solutions' impressive manufacturing facility to learn more about the innovative work they perform," stated Congressman Hoyer. "I have a jobs plan called ‘Make It In America' that focuses on strengthening domestic manufacturing and creating good jobs here, just like those at UAV Solutions. I hope that Congress will take action on Make It In America bills so that UAV Solutions and other manufacturers have the opportunity to expand, create jobs, and make it right here in Maryland."

"I am very excited that UAV Solutions is looking to expand their business to St. Mary's County in the Fifth District," continued Congressman Hoyer. "As an industry partner in the successful Mid-Atlantic Region's bid to be selected as one of six FAA test sites, I've been impressed with UAV Solutions' commitment to collaborating with federal and state government; higher-education institutions; and other partners to increase our region's competitiveness and diversification. I'm pleased UAV Solutions is looking to bring their innovative team and collaborative approach to Southern Maryland, where I am sure they will benefit from synergy and close proximity to Pax River Naval Air Station, a premier test site of autonomous systems activity, and other exciting opportunities."

"We are so honored to have hosted Congressman Hoyer, Delegate Bohanan and staff members at our factory in Jessup, MD," stated Billie Ann Davidson, President of UAV Solutions, Inc. "We were able to give the Congressman a firsthand view of our full scale manufacturing facility, dedicated staff, and innovative approaches to rapidly creating unmanned systems to meet our customers' needs.  We are excited for the opportunity to expand our manufacturing capabilities into Saint Mary's County in continued support of the University of Maryland, Saint Mary's County, and the state of Maryland."

UAV Solutions is a woman-owned small business that was established in 2006, growing from two to 63 employees over the last eight years and investing $3 million in their manufacturing capability over three years. UAV Solutions has worked closely with the University of Maryland Clark School of Engineering to provide a UAV for the University, which was an important component to the Mid-Atlantic's bid to be selected as an FAA test site.