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Q1 saw net loss of 5,900 renewable energy manufacturing jobs: EDF report
The Environmental Defense Fund cited $1.4 billion in canceled renewable energy investments stemming from federal policy shifts around EVs, renewable energy and tailpipe emissions.
By Jeff Kinney • May 14, 2026 -
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Manufacturing industry lost 2,000 jobs in April: BLS
The transportation equipment sector, which includes motor vehicle and trailer manufacturing, lost the most jobs with 3,600. Auto part maker First Brand Group has closed plants as part of its Chapter 11 bankruptcy plan.
By Sara Samora • May 11, 2026 -
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TrendlineNavigating Manufacturing Compliance Trends
Manufacturers must manage a quickly evolving landscape of regulations for packaging, chemicals, labor and more.
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Trade court rules Trump’s 10% global tariff illegal
Despite saying the levy was "unauthorized by law,” the U.S. Court of International Trade did not issue a universal stay, instead providing injunctive relief for three parties tied to the case.
By Phil Neuffer • May 8, 2026 -
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Defense Department increases microelectronics workforce program contract to $100M
The Purdue University-led SCALE consortium aims to attract and develop a skilled technical workforce to support DOD’s technologies across 35 schools, such as Arizona State University.
By Sara Samora • May 8, 2026 -
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Trump administration officials call for federal environmental permitting reform
Panelists at the SelectUSA Investment Summit discussed government initiatives to speed up approvals for energy and other infrastructure projects.
By Jeff Kinney • May 7, 2026 -
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Cisco, Schneider Electric call for enabling regulations to help AI flourish
Panelists at the SelectUSA Investment Summit discussed the potential for federal AI regulations, as well as challenges with energy demand and workforce training.
By Jeff Kinney • May 5, 2026 -
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Ford expects $1.3B tariff refund, but supply chain pressure remains
The automaker is still prepping for a $1 billion hit from tariffs in 2026 while projecting sizable commodity headwinds.
By Phil Neuffer • May 5, 2026 -
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Senators introduce bill to enforce Buy America compliance
The legislation follows an Office of Inspector General audit that found the FAA failed to include required Buy American-related clauses in contracts funded through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
By Sara Samora • May 1, 2026 -
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Lockheed Martin, e-Vac Magnetics, Oerlikon air critical minerals concerns
The companies had to “get creative” to mitigate the costs of procuring critical materials such as rare earth minerals.
By Sara Samora • April 30, 2026 -
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Defense Department awards over $200M to 26 R&D projects
The projects span across eight regional hubs under the agency’s Microelectronics Commons program, which focuses on technical areas such as quantum, secure edge computing, 5G/6G and artificial intelligence hardware.
By Sara Samora • April 29, 2026 -
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GM forecasts $500M tariff refund, plans further mitigation efforts
The automaker still projects up to $3.5 billion in duty costs in 2026, primarily driven by Section 232 levies, including those on steel and aluminum.
By Phil Neuffer • April 29, 2026 -
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Sponsored by Source IntelligenceEU RoHS compliance in 2026: What to expect
With key EU RoHS exemption deadlines hitting mid-2026, manufacturers must act now or risk non-compliance.
By Clement West, Sustainability Consultant, Source Intelligence • April 27, 2026 -
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Robotics stakeholders urge Congress to ‘act now’ to regain global leadership
The United States will fall further behind China in deploying robotics with artificial intelligence without federal support, experts said at a subcommittee hearing Tuesday.
By Nathan Owens • April 24, 2026 -
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Stakeholders urge Congress to improve EPA’s strict critical minerals regulations
The Toxic Substances Control Act and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act are contributing to critical minerals supply chain issues, witnesses said at a House environmental subcommittee hearing.
By Sara Samora • April 23, 2026 -
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California Senate bill could add costly requirements for advanced manufacturing, CMTA says
Other pending state bills could impose more manufacturing compliance costs and other regulatory burdens, the California Manufacturing & Technology Association said.
By Jeff Kinney • April 21, 2026 -
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Leidos completes security screening joint venture with medical imaging manufacturer
The Fortune 500 company’s new entity with Analogic aligns with its 2030 growth strategy and the Trump administration’s homeland security priorities.
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OSHA extends heat emphasis program
The previous initiative lapsed on April 8, but two days later, the safety agency announced an updated outreach, resource and inspection program that will run through 2031.
By Zachary Phillips • April 17, 2026 -
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Semiconductor industry calls for more robust, strategic industrial policy
Expanded, proactive chip investments under the Chips and Science Act and other measures would help the U.S. compete with China, witnesses said at a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee hearing.
By Jeff Kinney • April 15, 2026 -
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Congress has months to get on the same page about TSCA, experts say
The U.S. House and Senate have until Sept. 30 to pass legislation that would change how chemicals would be regulated. Manufacturers can speak with their clients and trade groups about the proposed changes.
By Sara Samora • April 15, 2026 -
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OSHA proposes removing 2036 deadline in Walking-Working Surfaces standard
The proposed rule would give employers in industries such as manufacturing, waste and warehousing more time to equip all fixed ladders with a personal fall arrest or safety system.
By Sara Samora • April 14, 2026 -
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Texas A&M breaks ground on $226M semiconductor R&D facility
The school’s upcoming Semiconductor Institute building is part of the Texas CHIPS Act enacted in 2023 to attract investment to the state and help organizations, colleges and universities develop semiconductor programs.
By Sara Samora • April 13, 2026 -
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Trump slashes EPA budget but requests more for environmental permitting reform
The administration’s proposed FY 2027 budget seeks an additional $14M to “cut through the red tape hampering critical infrastructure projects” by streamlining the permitting process.
By Jeff Kinney • April 10, 2026 -
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Lawmakers push to restrict chipmaking equipment exports to China
The MATCH Act addresses loopholes that allow countries to obtain restricted technology through front companies, subsidiaries and allied countries.
By Nathan Owens • April 8, 2026 -
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Virginia governor signs 4 laws establishing manufacturing grant programs
The new legislation will support upcoming facilities valued at approximately $7.1 billion by Avio USA, Hitachi Energy, Eli Lilly and AstraZeneca.
By Sara Samora • April 8, 2026 -
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Trump again proposes eliminating Manufacturing Extension Partnership
The FY27 proposal is Trump’s latest effort to target the MEP, which supports state programs. Lawmakers and industry groups say it provides vital support for American manufacturing.
By Jeff Kinney • April 8, 2026
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