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Proposed National Manufacturing Advisory Council

Original title: Text of Senate Amendment 6421

June 24, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

If enacted, this amendment would establish a new federal advisory body to influence manufacturing policy and workforce training programs without authorizing any new federal spending.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Manufacturing workers

The council is tasked with providing recommendations on workforce training, education, and the impact of new technologies on manufacturing jobs.

Manufacturing businesses

The council will advise the government on regulatory and logistical challenges, supply chain issues, and investment patterns affecting the sector.

Department of Commerce

The department is responsible for establishing the council, appointing its members, and providing administrative support.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

This amendment proposes the creation of a National Manufacturing Advisory Council within the Department of Commerce to advise the federal government on manufacturing trends, workforce training, and supply chain issues. The council would be composed of up to 30 members from industry, academia, and labor, and would be required to produce an annual national strategic plan for the manufacturing sector.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will this council cost taxpayers more money?

No. The amendment explicitly states that no additional funds are authorized to be appropriated to carry out the council's activities.

Who will serve on this council?

The council will have up to 30 members appointed by the Secretary of Commerce, including representatives from private industry (including small and medium-sized manufacturers), academia, and labor.

What happens to the existing United States Manufacturing Council?

All functions of the existing United States Manufacturing Council of the International Trade Administration will be transferred to the new National Manufacturing Advisory Council.

Why It Matters

If enacted, this amendment would establish a new federal advisory body to influence manufacturing policy and workforce training programs without authorizing any new federal spending.

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Discoveries

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Consolidation of Advisory Functions

The amendment consolidates existing advisory functions by transferring the duties of the United States Manufacturing Council into the new, broader National Manufacturing Advisory Council.

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Connected Entities

personMrs. Blackburn“U.S. Senator who co-sponsored the amendment.”Map →

personSecretary of Commerce“The official responsible for appointing council members and receiving reports.”Map →

personMr. Peters“U.S. Senator who submitted the amendment.”Map →

organizationDepartment of Commerce“The department where the proposed council would be housed.”Map →

Sources

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