WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- DMG Mori Seiki Company (DMG), a leader in precision manufacturing technology, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce addressing its concerns about the Section 232 national security investigation related to imports of robotics and industrial machinery. DMG's letter highlights the implications of proposed tariffs that could significantly impact American manufacturing and innovation. Headquartered in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, with major fac  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Kaptur, Wilson Lead Bipartisan Delegation Introducing REPO Implementation Act * Washington, DC - Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (D-OH-09), Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC-02), Congressman Steve Cohen (D-TN-09), and Congressman Tom Kean (R-NJ-07) introduced the bipartisan REPO Implementation Act of 2025. This new legislation builds off the REPO for Ukrainians Act, which was signed into law by President Joe Bid  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- The League of Women Voters of Hudson, Ohio, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, urging the agency to reject a petition from the America First Legal Foundation that seeks to implement documentary proof of citizenship (DPOC) for federal voter registration. The League, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering voters and protecting democracy, emphasizes the fundamental right to vote and highlights the adverse impacts that such   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 27 -- The Ohio Business Roundtable (OBRT), Columbus, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce concerning its Section 232 investigation into medical products. OBRT represents over 125 of Ohio's leading CEOs, who employ more than 600,000 workers and generate over $2.5 trillion in state revenue. The letter emphasizes Ohio's vital role in the medical technology sector, highlighting that the state is home to numerous manufacturers and distributors respon  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 27 -- The Ohio Life Sciences Association (OLSA), Columbus, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce expressing reservations about potential tariffs on medical technology imports. With a membership that includes approximately 4,900 life sciences establishments, OLSA represents a diverse array of medtech companies in the state, emphasizing the critical role the industry plays in both the local economy and national health resilience. OLSA highlights  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- Okuma America Corp. has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Industry and Security of the U.S. Department of Commerce, advocating for tariff-free treatment of imports of robotics and industrial machinery from Japan. The company, a leading manufacturer of high precision machine tools utilized across various U.S. industries, emphasizes the critical role these imports play in ensuring the competitiveness of domestic manufacturers. In the letter, Okuma notes tha  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- React Health has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), raising concerns over the potential impact of tariffs on imports of personal protective equipment and medical devices, particularly respiratory medical devices. The company argues that the imposition of such tariffs, without tailored exceptions, could undermine competition, increase healthcare costs, and negatively affect healthcare outcomes for pa  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 27 -- Standard Textile Co. Inc., Cincinnati, Ohio, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce regarding the ongoing Section 232 national security investigation of imports of personal protective equipment (PPE), medical consumables, and medical equipment. The company is urging the government to prioritize the investment in and manufacturing of reusable isolation gowns, which they argue are essential for the healthcare industry's resilience during hea  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 27 -- Taylor Winfield Technologies, a small manufacturing firm in Youngstown, Ohio, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce advocating for the implementation of Section 232 tariffs. The company, which specializes in designing advanced material joining equipment and automation systems for various industries, is urging the federal agency to consider the implications of foreign competition on domestic manufacturing. In the letter, the organization emp  more