Washington, DC—The Senate Finance Committee has released reconciliation bill language that comes up short in supporting our vital energy and mineral processing industries. In response, Avery Ash, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs at SAFE, released the following statement: “The future of global power will be defined by secure energy, resilient manufacturing, and advanced technology. The language […]
STATEMENT: Removing Penalties from Fuel Economy Program Is a Gift to OPEC
Washington, DC–As oil prices rise on geopolitical risks, efficient vehicles are more important than ever The Senate Commerce Committee has released reconciliation language that would remove all financial penalties from fuel economy standards, which have been foundational to the nation’s energy security since the 1970’s. This program—originally enacted in response to the OPEC oil embargo—has saved […]
STATEMENT: China’s Six-Month Limit on its Ease of Rare-Earth Export Restrictions is a Reminder of How Exposed U.S. Critical Mineral Supply Chains Remain
Washington, DC – In response to China’s implementation of a six-month limit on its ease of rare-earth export licenses to U.S. automakers and manufacturers, SAFE’s Center for Critical Minerals Strategy’s Executive Director, Abigail Hunter, issued the following statement: “The six-month extension for rare earth export licenses is not reprieve—it’s a reminder. While this temporary measure may […]
PRESS RELEASE: SAFE Launches TV and Digital Ad Campaign Highlighting National Security Imperative of Advanced Energy Tax Credits
Washington, D.C. — SAFE has launched a five state ad campaign on the importance of advanced energy and manufacturing tax credits for America’s industrial competitiveness, energy security, and national defense. The ads encourage constituents to contact their Senators to support Advanced Energy Tax Credits in the budget reconciliation bill. The campaign—which includes a powerful new […]
SAFE’s Coalition for Reimagined Mobility Applauds Executive Order Advancing Drone and AAM Innovation
Washington, D.C.— SAFE’s Coalition for Reimagined Mobility (ReMo) commends the Trump administration for its bold action to advance American leadership in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVOTL) technologies through the newly issued Executive Order to unleash American drone dominance. This forward-looking policy aligns with ReMo’s vision for robust, future-ready Advanced […]
