Capitol Comments
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Construction | Education
What The President's Budget Plan And Stimulus Could Mean To You
both opportunities and challenges await the nonwovens industryJessica Franken, INDA Director of Government Affairs 09.02.09
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Associations
Obama Unveils Broad International Tax Reform Plans
Conventional wisdom dictates a candidate stumping for office will probably make good on about 20% of what he pledges on the campaign trail. Whether President Barack Obama will be able to deliver on all the "change" he promised during his ascent to th…Jessica Franken, INDA Director of Government Affairs 06.10.09
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Looming Expiration Raises Uncertainty About Future Of U.S. Trade Agenda
For most people, June means the end of school and the beginning of family vacations, barbecues and lazy days by the pool. But for those who follow international trade, June took on a special meaning: at the end of the month Presidential Trade P…Peter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 07.16.07
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Concerns Raised About PU Foam/Fire-Resistant Chemicals
recent Federal and state actions could drive interest in nonwoven alternativesPeter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 06.07.07
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India | Turkey
Nonwoven Roll Goods Exports Continue Expansion
meanwhile, imports mark first decline in yearsPeter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 05.17.07
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DOT Announces Long-Anticipated Trucking Program With Mexico
goal to facilitate movement of goods across U.S. border04.12.07
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Industry Braces For Enactment Of Chemical Registration Policy
REACH program would require industry to prove chemical safetyPeter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 03.13.07
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Apparel
Labor Unions Sue Bush Administration
action seeks to complete rule on employer payment for personal protection equipmentPeter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 02.12.07
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Apparel
Lame Duck Congress Adjourns
lawmakers confirm FDA chief and pass a package of tax and trade measuresPeter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 01.03.07
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Associations | Legal / Regulatory | Wipes
INDA's 2006 Washington Wrap-Up
a look back on an extraordinarily full year and a look ahead to a year of potential changesPeter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 12.04.06
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Associations | Legal / Regulatory
"Metric-Only" Requirements Could Impact Transatlantic Business
U.S. and EU industry groups organize oppositionPeter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 11.08.06
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Construction
OSHA Respirator Rule Generates Controversy
efforts are underway to stop rule from becoming effective next monthPeter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 10.16.06
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Fibers | Legal / Regulatory
U.S. Announces Further Investigation Of Imported Polyester Fiber
domestic manufacturers accuse China of "dumping"Peter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 09.11.06
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Associations | Chemicals / Adhesives | Legal / Regulatory
Chemical Plant Security Legislation Moves Forward
after years of inaction, congress is ready to address regulations for privately-owned chemical sitesPeter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 08.17.06
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Legal / Regulatory
Senate Confirms New U.S. Trade Representative
Schwab takes office at turbulent time for global free trade initiativesPeter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 07.18.06
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Legal / Regulatory
Recent Controversy Brings Renewed Government Interest in PORT Security
cargo changes likely for importers/exportersPeter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 06.15.06
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Legal / Regulatory | Market Data
Rate of U.S. Exports for Roll Goods Continues To Expand
import growth slows dramaticallyPeter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 05.17.06
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Education | Feminine Hygiene | Legal / Regulatory
Industry Outreach Initiative Continues
more than 200 congressional offices visited to datePeter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 04.17.06
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Apparel | Feminine Hygiene | Fibers | Wipes
Lack of U.S. Rayon Supply Will Lead to Short Supply Requests
what industry representatives in North America need to knowPeter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 03.06.06
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Legal / Regulatory
WTO Ministerial Meeting Yields Meager Results
dispute dominates negotiationsPeter Mayberry and Jessica Franken 02.10.06
