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AMMA Newsletter – July 2025
Dear Members, As we close another impactful month, I am pleased to share key developments and the latest advocacy efforts on your behalf. Annual Washington Fly-In: In late June, our Board of Directors and member companies conducted a high-impact “fly-in” to Washington, DC, where they met directly with members of Congress and senior administration officials. We met with Administration leaders in the White House, agency leaders, and sat with Sens. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) and Kirsten Gillibrand...
AMMA Newsletter – June 2025
Dear AMMA Members, We are pleased to share several major developments in this month’s update. Most notably, the U.S. House of Representatives recently passed H.R. 1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” a comprehensive tax reform package that delivers significant benefits for domestic manufacturers. Among its provisions, the Act allows immediate deduction of domestic R&D expenses through 2030 and introduces “no taxes on overtime.” These changes will help American medical manufacturers...
AMMA Newsletter – May 2025
Dear AMMA Members and Friends, AMMA continues prioritizing strong advocacy and support for targeted tariff increases on imported medical supplies and PPE as a key strategy to protect U.S. manufacturers from unfair foreign competition. Our efforts have helped shape recent federal actions, including expanded Section 301 tariffs on face masks, gloves, and other critical products from China, with duties set to rise. We support the work of the Administration and Congress to create a level playing...
AMMA Newsletter – March 2025
Dear AMMA Members and Friends, As March 2025 begins, we are witnessing the rapid implementation of President Trump's America First agenda, which focuses on supporting domestic manufacturing and reshoring critical industries. The administration has directed the Secretary of Commerce and the U.S. Trade Representative to collaborate with other departments to assess various factors affecting trade relationships, including tariffs, unfair taxes, and exchange rate policies. We will monitor this...
AMMA Newsletter – February 2025
Dear AMMA Members and Friends, We've witnessed a peaceful transfer of power between two administrations that recognize the importance of targeted tariffs for supporting domestic manufacturing. Recent Policy Developments In the weeks since the inauguration, the new Trump administration has advanced several key policy initiatives through executive actions that AMMA has long supported: - Announced new targeted tariffs on China - Closed the de minimis customs loophole - Increased customs...
AMMA Newsletter – January 2025
Dear Friends and Allies, As we begin the new year, thank you for all we accomplished in 2024. Together, we won critical legislative victories and shaped administrative rulings. We helped build momentum for a new tariff policy and were acknowledged by the White House for our role. Our voices were heard loud and clear across national media. Your steadfast commitment to strengthening our nation’s PPE and medical supply chain and ensuring the availability of our lifesaving products has been...
December 2024 AMMA Newsletter
Dear AMMA members and friends, The incoming Trump Administration seems likely to continue focusing on taxes, trade and tariffs. This offers AMMA and its members an unprecedented opportunity to strengthen American industry and reduce reliance on foreign supply chains. With the incoming Administration’s emphasis on pro-growth tax policies, tariffs and reshoring, our voice can help achieve our shared goals. We plan to continue advocating for policies that protect jobs, prioritize domestic...
September 2024 AMMA Newsletter
Dear AMMA Members & Friends, Summer is ending, and Fall is upon us. I want to share some important updates on critical developments impacting our industry. USTR Consideration of New 301 Tariffs: The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) is on the verge of releasing its review of new Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports. This decision could significantly help our industry. These tariffs, proposed by the administration, are a promising start, but we’ve been advocating for them to...
August 2024 Newsletter
August 2024 Dear Members and Friends of AMMA, While the Presidential election is still taking shape, one thing is clear. The announced candidates, Vice President Harris, former President Trump, and Senator Vance, have made solid public declarations of their intentions to support domestic manufacturing and expand support for domestic medical supplies and PPE. We are thankful that no matter the outcome, AMMA may have an ally in the next White House. Our efforts to educate the Administration and...
July 2024 Newsletter
Dear Members, Wow. We have just completed a packed two-day lobbying trip to Washington, D.C., and it was a resounding success! Our Board and a delegation of passionate and knowledgeable members, including you, advocated for our industry's interests. Your active participation made this success possible, and we couldn't be prouder of our collective achievement. This is a testament to the power of our unity and the impact we can make when we work together. You should be proud of the influence...