Advocacy

Advocating for policies that move the equipment manufacturing industry forward and drive growth for our member companies.

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Learn more about AEM’s advocacy efforts and research, how to join our grassroots campaigns, and connect with policy makers.

Economic Impact Report

New Data Highlights Equipment Manufacturing Industry's Impact in the U.S.

Learn how the equipment manufacturing industry bolsters the American economy and supports millions of jobs across the country. Read AEM’s report,“The Economic Impact of the Equipment Manufacturing Industry."

Welcome to AEM Advocacy

Listen to Kip Eideberg, Senior Vice President of Government & Industry Relations discuss AEM's Advocacy program and its significance to the industry.

The 2.3 million hardworking men and women of our industry make the equipment that builds, powers, and feeds the world. They rely on the right policies at every level – local, state, provincial and national – and the AEM through our advocacy and grassroots teams works to advance bipartisan solutions to many of the country’s toughest challenges.

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Get Involved

AEM is the leading voice for equipment manufacturers in the U.S. and Canada at the federal, state, provincial and local level. Learn how you can get involved.
Advocacy Efforts

Advocacy Efforts

Policymakers must prioritize these pro-manufacturing policies in order to help bolster U.S. manufacturing and support our industry’s 2.3 million men and women.
I Make America

I Make America

Learn more about AEM’s national grassroots campaign and its more than 50,000 supporters advocating for equipment manufacturers.

The AEM Advocacy Team works to advance bipartisan solutions to many of the country’s toughest challenges. Learn about the impact the equipment manufacturing industry has on communities across America.

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) Resources

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) Resources

Learn more about IIJA and get resources to help your organization.
Newsroom: AEM Advocacy

Newsroom: AEM Advocacy

Visit and bookmark our newsroom feed to stay up to date on AEM Advocacy efforts in Washington and with AEM members.
Advocacy Reports

Advocacy Reports

Access reports to inform policymakers and their staff about our industry’s economic contribution and on other critical policy topics.

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