The U.S. plastics industry is often overlooked in policy discussions, but its impact on our economy, national security, and technological leadership is undeniable. Across the country, millions of jobs depend on plastics manufacturing, and the materials we produce are foundational to everything from modern infrastructure to medical advancements. Yet, misguided efforts to restrict domestic production risk undermining American workers, weakening our supply chains, and ceding our global leadership in innovation.

The question isn’t whether we need plastics; they’re essential to nearly every sector of our economy. The real question is: Will we continue to lead the world in innovation, production, and recycling, or will we allow foreign competitors to take our place?