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DelBene Marks Manufacturing Day
Woodinville,
October 7, 2016
Tags:
Jobs and the Economy
WOODINVILLE – On Manufacturing Day, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) visited local manufacturer, Sportworks, which has been designing and making bicycle products for more than two decades. “Washington’s First District is home to some of the most innovative and productive manufacturers in the world. And Manufacturing Day provides us with an important opportunity to recognize the manufacturing industry’s contributions to the growth and prosperity of our economy,” DelBene said. “It was wonderful spending the day with Sportworks and their employees, who are making it easier for commuters to bike.” DelBene is a cosponsor of legislation that would designate the first Friday of October as Manufacturing Day, which this year takes place on Oct. 7. Manufacturers contribute more than $2 trillion to the economy and support more than 18 million U.S. jobs. Sportworks employs nearly 100 workers and manufactures bike racks for buses and stationary use, supplying to more than 500 municipalities in North America. On Friday, DelBene toured their manufacturing facility in Woodinville and met with employees. DelBene has also introduced the Manufacturing Jobs for Veterans Act to expand veterans’ access to long-term, good-paying jobs in the manufacturing industry by boosting training for those re-entering the civilian workforce. ### |