Advocacy

As tariffs remain a top concern across the manufacturing technology industry, AMT surveyed 59 member companies to assess their impact. The data reveals price increases, operational stress, strategic uncertainty, a need for sustained advocacy, and more.

Tariff volatility and global disruptions are reshaping supply chains. Explore how reshoring can reduce risk and what major manufacturers are doing – or considering – in response.

The president's agenda focuses on job creation and strengthening U.S. manufacturing, prioritizing tax reform, regulatory rollbacks, and addressing the manufacturing workforce skills gap. Get the latest developments on ongoing negotiations and resolutions.

The Reshoring Initiative*, in conjunction with the PMA, AMT, NTMA, FMA, and SME is looking to recognize companies for successful reshoring projects.

President Trump’s Day 1 actions, including executive orders on immigration, energy, and regulatory overreach, signals his commitment to his campaign pledges. At MFG 2025, explore the president’s priorities impacting manufacturing and how to navigate them.

President Donald Trump takes office backed by a Republican-controlled Congress eager to execute his "America First" agenda.

Could reshoring reduce the risk of retaliatory tariffs from China and mitigate geopolitical risks? Explore how U.S. manufacturers can enhance supply chain resilience, safeguard against global conflicts, and capitalize on new business opportunities.

Can tariffs safeguard American jobs, combat foreign competition, and boost U.S. manufacturing? The incoming president is bringing this hot topic back into political focus. So, what do tariffs mean, are they truly beneficial, and what's AMT's stance?

On September 5, 2024, the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) published an interim final rule implementing export controls on critical and emerging technologies that align with the regulations of U.S. allies.

Sumitomo Drive Technologies received the 2024 National Metalworking Reshoring Award. The award was given in recognition of their success in bringing manufacturing to the United States through foreign direct investment and to Mexico via nearshoring.