National Manufacturing Advisory Council Act

# National Manufacturing Advisory Council Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would create a National Manufacturing Advisory Council—a group of advisors appointed to help the federal government develop and implement manufacturing policies. The council would bring together representatives from manufacturing companies, workers, unions, and other stakeholders to provide recommendations on how to strengthen the U.S. manufacturing sector and keep it competitive globally. **Who It Affects & Key Provisions:** The council would primarily benefit manufacturing workers and companies by giving them a direct voice in government policy decisions.

It establishes a formal structure for public-private cooperation, meaning the government would work directly with industry and labor representatives when making decisions about manufacturing initiatives, economic development, and industrial strategy. This is intended to ensure that policies are informed by real-world experiences of manufacturers and workers. **Current Status:** The bill has passed the Senate and is now moving through the legislative process. As a relatively non-controversial measure focused on creating advisory structures, it represents a bipartisan approach to strengthening American manufacturing.