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Amber Thomas
Vice President, Advocacy

Amber Thomas has been an advocate for manufacturing for over 35 years. Today, she oversees AMT's government relations and raises awareness about manufacturing technology's critical role in the nation’s well-being. She develops advocacy-related multimedia content for various AMT media channels. A committed vegan, Amber lives with her family in Northern Virginia. Her best friend is Oshi, her rescue lab.

Amber Thomas has been an advocate for manufacturing for over 35 years. Today, she oversees AMT's government relations and raises awareness about manufacturing technology's critical role in the nation’s well-being. She develops advocacy-related multimedia content for various AMT media channels. A committed vegan, Amber lives with her family in Northern Virginia. Her best friend is Oshi, her rescue lab.

Posts by Amber Thomas
Advocacy
By Amber ThomasJan 31, 2024

New EPA Rules on Chemicals Impact Manufacturers

Last fall, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued two rules relating to toxic substances that significantly impact manufacturers and suppliers. Learn about these guidelines affecting PIP (3:1) and PFAS – and how they affect your business.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasDec 13, 2023

Washington Looks Toward 2024

It’s been a rough year in Washington. Partisan divisiveness and party infighting obstructed real legislative work, while domestic and geopolitical unrest necessitated action. Here’s a review of what happened and what’s ahead that will impact manufacturing.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasOct 13, 2023

Tax and Spending Changes in Your Future

AMT Vice President for Advocacy Amber Thomas reviews activity on Capitol Hill and her work with a bipartisan group to reverse changes enacted as part of the Tax Cuts and Job Act that hamper manufacturing innovation and competitiveness.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasSep 29, 2023

Capitol Hill Impact: How Policy Decisions Could Affect Manufacturing

Policy makers came together at The MFG Meeting 2023 to share data and insights on policy-making actions of concern to manufacturers. Here are seven key takeaways that may impact your manufacturing business.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasJun 29, 2023

MEPs To Focus On Supply Chain Resiliency

The National Institute of Standards and Technology’s (NIST) Manufacturing Extension Program (MEP) announced awards of roughly $400,000 to each of its MEP National Network Centers in all 50 states and Puerto Rico.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasJun 07, 2023

US Supply Chain Continued to Strengthen in 2022

The federal Chips bill & Inflation Reduction Act aimed to reduce U.S. manufacturing's reliance on Asia, creating 364K domestic manufacturing jobs in 2022. Amber Thomas from AMT & Harry Moser from the Reshoring Initiative discuss friendshoring, reshoring..

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasMay 16, 2023

May in DC Is Shaping Up To Be a Busy Month When It Comes to AI

Recent AI news and developments have piqued the public's curiosity – and fear. A slew of activities are happening in Washington this month related to artificial intelligence and how to regulate it to protect Americans’ rights and safety.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasMay 12, 2023

Congress Considers Estate Tax Repeal

AMT joined over 150 small business organizations on a letter released by the Family Business Coalition in support of the Death Tax Repeal Act. Currently, the tax forces families and businesses to sell assets, lay off staff, and slash payroll to meet it.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasApr 18, 2023

Labor/ESG on President Biden's Priority List

President Biden prioritizes labor and ESG policies, but some labor groups and union workers complain about stalled progress, while the GOP-led efforts to ban ESG factors in federal retirement plans fails.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasFeb 14, 2023

5 Takeaways From President Biden’s State of the Union

President Biden's recent State of the Union address focused on childcare, Social Security, education, labor, and wages, as well as the importance of manufacturing to jobs and competitiveness. Does he see a bipartisan path forward? Here are five takeaways.

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