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VI Bi-weekly Legislative Update – Tariffs Against Mexico Complicate USMCA

June 6, 2019
Proposed Tariffs Against Mexico Complicates Congressional Consideration of USMCA The Trump Administration formally initiated the approval process for the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) by sending the draft statement of administration action […]
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Vinyl Industry Launches Ambitious Initiative to Grow Its Sustainability Efforts

June 5, 2019
The Vinyl Sustainability Council (VSC) launched a groundbreaking sustainability initiative at Sustainable Brands this week. The Initiative recognizes companies showing continuous improvement toward commonly established sustainability goals. Called +Vantage Vinyl, […]
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New Social Media Manager Joins the Vinyl Institute Team

June 3, 2019
Sara Goodwin, a skilled digital media specialist with a degree in journalism, joins the Vinyl Institute as social media and content development manager. In her new role, she will oversee […]

EPA Assistant Administrator Gives Update on TSCA, Chemical Data Reporting

May 21, 2019
Alexandra Dunn, assistant administrator for EPA’s Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention, told vinyl industry advocates on May 14 that the Environmental Protection Agency is working to ensure smooth […]

The Landscape for Water Infrastructure Investments in 2019

May 21, 2019
Representative John Katko (R-NY) told vinyl industry advocates on May 14 that new investments in American infrastructure are critically needed and he urged participants to press their lawmakers to continue […]

Vinyl Industry Advocates Take to Capitol Hill

May 17, 2019
More than 50 vinyl business leaders took to Capitol Hill on May 15 to highlight key industry issues and press members of Congress and their staffs for support. In the […]

The Benefits of Open Competition in Water Infrastructure

April 16, 2019
Open competition saves municipalities money. Whether or not you ultimately chose PVC pipe, just having a competitive bidding process will save your town or city money. Funds that you can […]

What is the Green New Deal?

April 5, 2019
The Green New Deal has been getting a lot of buzz in DC lately.  But what is the GND and what does it mean for manufacturers?  Right now it’s just […]