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10-26-22 - Michigan Chemistry Council Elects Seven Members to Board of Directors

At its annual membership meeting, the Michigan Chemistry Council (MCC) recently elected seven members to its board of directors, including two members who are joining the MCC board for the first time.

The new board members include:

  • Jamie Crockett – Vice President of Industrial Operations – Three Rivers Corporation, Midland
  • Jason Griffin – Director of State Government Affairs – Hemlock Semiconductor, Thomas Township
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9-15-22 - Michigan Chemistry Council Welcomes News of Agreement to Keep Freight Rail Moving

September 15, 2022 – The Michigan Chemistry Council (MCC) today welcomed news of a tentative national labor agreement that would avoid a potential rail shutdown this week.

“This agreement helps keep important goods – like water treatment chemicals, fertilizers, fuels, and grains – on track to sustain our economy,” said MCC Executive Director John Dulmes. “Freight rail is indispensable to our industry and a prolonged shutdown would’ve been disastrous for supply chains, public health, and our basic way of life. We are thankful for the work by the Biden administration and all parties to reach this agreement, especially given the impacts already seen this week on certain cargoes.”

“The possibility of a rail strike is another reminder – along with port issues and the closure of the Ambassador Bridge earlier this year – of the fragility of our supply chains and the need to ensure more reliable and resilient infrastructure. It’s also important for policymakers to recognize the chronic decline in freight rail service in recent years and to work for long-overdue reforms to correct these issues."

Background:

The Michigan Chemistry Council, established in 1967, represents Michigan’s chemical manufacturers, formulators and distributors. Chemistry is one of Michigan’s largest manufacturing sectors, supporting more than 80,000 Michigan jobs and directly impacting more than 96% of all manufactured goods. Chemical products are one of the leading categories of freight rail moved in Michigan.

On September 13th, the MCC sent a letter urging members of Michigan's Congressional delegation to help resolve a potential breakdown to the rail network due to a labor strike.

 For more information, please visit www.MichiganChemistry.com

 
9-13-22 - MCC Urges Congressional Action on Potential Rail Strike

On September 13th, the Michigan Chemistry Council urged members of Michigan's Congressional delegation to help resolve a potential breakdown to the rail network due to a labor strike. Please see below for a copy of the letter.


On behalf of the Michigan Chemistry Council, I am writing to express concern about the threat of increased rail service disruptions if the railroad industry and labor are not able to reach a contract agreement. Congress must act to avoid potentially devastating consequences to Michigan businesses and consumers.

Over the past few years, the quality and reliability of rail service has eroded significantly due to deep cuts to the freight rail network, which has prolonged the supply chain crisis and hurt many businesses. If railroads and rail workers fail to reach agreement on a new contract, a strike could begin as soon as September 16, shutting down freight rail service across the country. 

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