Pennsylvania Manufacturing Caucus Hearing
Wednesday, May 17, 2017
United States Steel Mon Valley Works Training Center
1 South Linden Street, Duquesne, PA 15110
Noon Lunch (optional)
1 PM Welcome and Introductions
- Senator Kim Ward, Co-Chair
- Senator Jim Brewster, Co-Chair
1:15 PM The State of Manufacturing
A discussion on the overall economic climate for manufacturing and key policy areas for the sector to include energy, infrastructure and regulatory challenges.
Pennsylvania Manufacturers’ Association
- David Taylor – President
- Carl Marrara – Vice President, Government Affairs
1:45 PM Made in America Initiatives
A discussion of policies to encourage products to be “Made in America.”
Alliance for American Manufacturing
- Scott Paul – President
PA Steel Alliance
- Chris Masciantonio – General Manager – State Government Affairs, United States Steel Corporation
2:30 PM Energy and Manufacturing
A discussion on the importance of reliable, affordable energy for manufacturing competitiveness.
Greater Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce
- Matt Smith – President
Pennsylvania Coal Alliance
- Rachel Gleason – Executive Director
3 PM Plant Tour (optional)
Clairton Coke Plant