Letters to Washington

Main Street Employers Letter to Treasury Secretary on FinCEN's Interim Final Rule

The undersigned organizations, representing millions of Main Street businesses operating in every industry and community in America, applaud the Department of the Treasury (Department) and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) for issuing the interim final rule on March 21, 2025, which revises the beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA).

Letter to House Committee on Natural Resources on H.R. 1897, the ESA Amendments Act of 2025

On behalf of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA), I write to express our strong support for H.R. 1897, the ESA Amendments Act of 2025. This critical legislation takes necessary steps to modernize the Endangered Species Act (ESA) by prioritizing science-based conservation efforts, improving regulatory transparency and streamlining permitting processes essential to economic growth and infrastructure development.

Letter to Senate Environment and Public Works Committee Supporting Sean McMaster's Nomination as FHWA Administrator

I write to you on behalf of members of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) in strong support of the nomination of Mr. Sean McMaster’s nomination to serve as the next Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) administrator. Mr. McMaster has an impressive background in transportation policy and his proven track record of leadership will be vital for steering FHWA through the critical challenges ahead. We urge you to support his nomination.

Coalition Letter to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Regarding Proposed Rule "Threatened Species Status with Section 4(d) Rule for Monarch Butterfly and Designation of Critical Habitat"

The undersigned associations ("Associations") appreciate the opportunity to comment on the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's (the Service) proposed rule (FWS-R3-ES-2024-0137) titled, "Threatened Species Status with Section 4(d) Rule for Monarch Butterfly and Designation of Critical Habitat." Given the critical nature of this proposed listing and its potential to stifle much needed investment in vital industries throughout the supply chains that our organizations represent, we encourage the Service to focus on a community and science­ based approach.

Letter to Senate Environment and Public Works Committee Supporting Aaron Szabo's Confirmation as Assistant Administrator for the Office of Air and Radiation of the EPA

The undersigned groups represent industries that are vital to America’s economic success and hundreds of thousands of workers across the country. Manufacturing in America is among the cleanest in the world, but manufacturers are facing staggering costs to comply with federal regulations — in particular, environmental regulations that have recently required manufacturers to achieve the implausible or impossible.

Letter to Senate Environment and Public Works Committee Supporting David Fotouhi's Confirmation as Deputy Administrator of the EPA

As the Committee on Environment and Public Works prepares to consider David Fotouhi's nomination to serve as Deputy Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) would like to express our unwavering support for his confirmation. After spending four years at the EPA serving as the Acting General Counsel, Principal Deputy General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel, Mr. Fotouhi is readily equipped to carry out the agency’s mission of protecting human health and the environment. Mr.

Coalition for a Democratic Workplace Letter to U.S. Senate on the PRO Act

The Coalition for a Democratic Workplace and the 70 undersigned organizations write to urge your opposition to the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act, which is scheduled to be introduced by Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Bobby Scott on March 5. This bill would limit workers’ right to secret ballot union representation elections, allow government bureaucrats to unilaterally impose contracts on the private sector, trample free speech and debate, jeopardize industrial stability, and limit opportunities for small businesses and entrepreneurs.

Main Street Employers Letter to House Leadership on the House Budget Resolution

The undersigned business groups urge Congress to act quickly to prevent a massive tax hike on Main Street businesses, beginning with the speedy adoption of the House budget resolution. Absent action, millions of Main Street businesses organized as S corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietorships will see their taxes go up sharply next year. Taxes on these pass-through businesses will go up when they earn profits, when they invest, and when they pass their businesses on to the next generation.

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