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Amber Thomas
Vice President, Advocacy

Amber Thomas has been an advocate for manufacturing for over 35 years. Today, she oversees AMT's government relations and raises awareness about manufacturing technology's critical role in the nation’s well-being. She develops advocacy-related multimedia content for various AMT media channels. A committed vegan, Amber lives with her family in Northern Virginia. Her best friend is Oshi, her rescue lab.

Amber Thomas has been an advocate for manufacturing for over 35 years. Today, she oversees AMT's government relations and raises awareness about manufacturing technology's critical role in the nation’s well-being. She develops advocacy-related multimedia content for various AMT media channels. A committed vegan, Amber lives with her family in Northern Virginia. Her best friend is Oshi, her rescue lab.

Posts by Amber Thomas
Advocacy
By Amber ThomasNov 19, 2024

Tariffs: They’re a Big Deal

Can tariffs safeguard American jobs, combat foreign competition, and boost U.S. manufacturing? The incoming president is bringing this hot topic back into political focus. So, what do tariffs mean, are they truly beneficial, and what's AMT's stance?

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasOct 02, 2024

New Export Controls on Critical Technologies Announced

On September 5, 2024, the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) published an interim final rule implementing export controls on critical and emerging technologies that align with the regulations of U.S. allies.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasMay 21, 2024

Science and Manufacturing Tech News From Washington

Recently, the Biden Administration announced several science and technology initiatives centered on key digital technologies and manufacturing. Get the latest updates on how digital twin, AI, semiconductor manufacturing, and EV production will be affected.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasMar 20, 2024

SOTU and Biden’s Budget: Are Tax Increases on the Horizon?

President Biden’s recent State of the Union address and Fiscal Year 2025 budget proposal signal potential tax hikes. What are the implications for manufacturing competitiveness and economic strategy?

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasJan 31, 2024

New EPA Rules on Chemicals Impact Manufacturers

Last fall, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued two rules relating to toxic substances that significantly impact manufacturers and suppliers. Learn about these guidelines affecting PIP (3:1) and PFAS – and how they affect your business.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasDec 13, 2023

Washington Looks Toward 2024

It’s been a rough year in Washington. Partisan divisiveness and party infighting obstructed real legislative work, while domestic and geopolitical unrest necessitated action. Here’s a review of what happened and what’s ahead that will impact manufacturing.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasOct 13, 2023

Tax and Spending Changes in Your Future

AMT Vice President for Advocacy Amber Thomas reviews activity on Capitol Hill and her work with a bipartisan group to reverse changes enacted as part of the Tax Cuts and Job Act that hamper manufacturing innovation and competitiveness.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasSep 29, 2023

Capitol Hill Impact: How Policy Decisions Could Affect Manufacturing

Policy makers came together at The MFG Meeting 2023 to share data and insights on policy-making actions of concern to manufacturers. Here are seven key takeaways that may impact your manufacturing business.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasJun 29, 2023

MEPs To Focus On Supply Chain Resiliency

The National Institute of Standards and ¶¼ÁéÌåÓýÖ±²¥â€™s (NIST) Manufacturing Extension Program (MEP) announced awards of roughly $400,000 to each of its MEP National Network Centers in all 50 states and Puerto Rico.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasJun 07, 2023

US Supply Chain Continued to Strengthen in 2022

The federal Chips bill & Inflation Reduction Act aimed to reduce U.S. manufacturing's reliance on Asia, creating 364K domestic manufacturing jobs in 2022. Amber Thomas from AMT & Harry Moser from the Reshoring Initiative discuss friendshoring, reshoring..

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