Rep. Barletta Receives National Association of Manufacturers Award

HAZLETON –Congressman Lou Barletta, PA-11, today was presented with the Award for Manufacturing Legislative Excellence by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) at the Hershey Company in Hazleton, Pennsylvania.  Rep. Barletta was recognized because he supported 100 percent of the policies identified by NAM as critical to the success of manufacturing in the United States during the 112th Congress.

“While it is gratifying to be given this honor, the more important issue is keeping American manufacturers competitive,” Rep. Barletta said.  “Without companies like Hershey's in my district and across Pennsylvania and the nation, we would see much-needed jobs vanish and we would lose ground in the global economy.  I have, and always will, support policies that promote economic growth and allow businesses to thrive.”

“Manufacturers today compete in a global marketplace,” said NAM President and CEO Jay Timmons. “It is critical that Washington creates policies to keep us competitive and maintain our mantle of economic leadership. Congressman Barletta understands this and has consistently supported the pro-manufacturing agenda through his votes in Congress.”

“On behalf of The Hershey Company and its employees, I thank Congressman Barletta for his consistent support in Washington. He recognizes that plants such as Hazleton are one of the true drivers of economic growth, job creation and prosperity," said Tim Hinegardner, Plant Manager of the Hershey Company Hazleton Plant.

The awards are based on Members of Congress’s votes on key manufacturing legislation identified by NAM in the 112th Congress. These included key votes on issues such as energy policy, taxes and regulations, among others.