Small and Midsize Manufacturers Lean Towards Nuclear, Coal to Solve Illinois’ Energy Woes
SCHAUMBURG, IL – Just days before Illinoisans and manufacturers are hit with a spike in energy costs, the Technology & Manufacturing Association (TMA) surveyed its small and midsize manufacturers on which direction they prefer Illinois take in terms of our energy policy and sources.
Small and Midsize Manufacturers Applaud Illinois Senate for Moving Along Resolution to Create a Manufacturing Taskforce
SCHAUMBURG, IL – Small and Midsize manufacturers are crucial to the state of Illinois’ economy, but many owners say they’ve been overlooked when important state policy changes are being considered that directly affect their businesses.
TMA hosts Appreciation Reception for 2025 SaMM Caucus members
SJR31 will “develop meaningful recommendations for addressing the needs of small and midsize manufacturers in Illinois,” and would give the General Assembly a list of legislative proposals “designed to improve and expand small and midsize manufacturers in Illinois.”
The measure is sponsored by State Sen. Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) and State Sen. Jason Plummer (R-Edwardsville).
“Small and midsize manufacturers deserve to have their voices heard because they are the ones dealing with these struggles on a daily basis,” said Senator Koehler. “This task force isn’t just going to be in name only, Senators from both sides of the aisle are going to use this as an opportunity to gain insight to help improve our manufacturing industry for working families.”
“SJR31 is a testament to what we can achieve when we work together across party lines,” said Senator Plummer. “Our small and midsize manufacturers are vital to Illinois’ economy, and this task force is a critical step toward ensuring they have the tools and resources they need to thrive and create good-paying jobs for our communities.”
TMA Lobbyist David Curtin agrees with the senators.
“Senate Leadership will be working with small and midsize manufacturers to review and promote legislative initiatives that we know would assist the industry if they became law in Illinois,” said Curtin.
“We expect that once we form the task force this summer, we will be able to present our findings to the General Assembly in time for next year’s session. We’re especially pleased that key lawmakers have committed to helping small and midsize manufacturers on this task force.”
After a vote in the Illinois Senate, the measure will face committee and floor votes in the Illinois House.
The current legislative session is scheduled to end May 31.
LaHood, Sykes Reintroduce Legislation to Lower Tire Costs and Support the Auto Industry
Press Release from Congressman Darin LaHood’s office, May 15, 2025 Washington, D.C. – Congressman Darin LaHood (IL-16) and Congresswoman Emilia Sykes (OH-13) reintroduced the Retreaded Tire Jobs, Supply Chain Security and Sustainability Act of 2025. This common-sense, bipartisan piece of legislation would promote economic growth by providing a tax credit to consumers who purchase retreaded tires […]
Small and Midsize Manufacturers Overwhelmingly Oppose State “Jobs Tax”
SCHAUMBURG, IL – Small and midsize manufacturers voiced their strong opposition this week to a bill under consideration in Springfield that would impose a 1.12% tax on employee paychecks to fund a state-run program to give employees up to 27 weeks of paid leave (up to 18 weeks of paid family or medical leave per year, plus up to 9 additional weeks for pregnancy).
TMA officially encourages support for future US manufacturing careers
SPRINGFIELD – With all-out effort to bring more and more manufacturing back into the US, the need for team members to consider the industry as a career has become more evident. TMA supports the effort, and suggested it be made official via the Illinois General Assembly. The Technology & Manufacturing Association (TMA) is a 100 […]
2025 TMA SaMM Caucus continues to grow
The bi-partisan 2025 Small and Midsize Manufacturers Caucus consists of the foollowing members of the Illinois General Assembly as of April 28, 2025
TMA leads effort to encourage small and midsize manufacturers in Illinois
SCHAUMBURG – Illinois is home to a sizeable number of small and midsize manufacturers – and an effort is underway to increase those numbers as the “Made in America” movement develops. As the opportunities increase, Illinois will be in competition for those companies comparing advantages and disadvantages of state’s regulations and taxes. The Technology & […]
Haas Automation Statement Regarding Tariffs
Published April 8, 2025 Oxnard, California – Haas Automation is in the process of studying the full impact of tariffs on our operations. In recent days, we’ve seen a dramatic decrease in demand for our machine tools from both domestic and foreign customers. Out of caution, we have reduced production and eliminated overtime at our sole […]
TMA visits with Elk Grove Village Mayor Craig Johnson
ELK GROVE VILLAGE – In Chicago’s western suburbs near O’Hare Airport is a village that boasts about its world-class data center and nationally-renowned manufacturing park.
TMA’s Advocacy Team visited with Mayor Craig Johnson, who shared some of the village’s insights and rationale for catering to businesses.