Amplifying Members’ Voices
NAFEM regularly works with other organizations to advance the industry’s perspective with elected and appointed officials. Recently, NAFEM joined others to: Urge the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and […]
April ’26 at-a-glance … taxes, tariffs & trade
On April 2, a Presidential Proclamation and accompanying fact sheet revised Section 232 tariffs on aluminum, steel and copper imports, effective April 6. Tariffs are now assessed on the full […]
April ’26 at-a-glance … regulations
The U.S. Senate introduced the Heat Workforce Standards Act of 2026 as companion legislation to the House 2025 bill. Both measures aim to block the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) from finalizing its proposed Heat […]
April ’26 at-a-glance … environment
Under the 2020 American Innovation & Manufacturing (AIM) Act, refrigeration and other products and equipment that use or are intended […]
April 26′ at-a-glance … energy
The California Energy Commission (CEC) issued proposed test procedures, efficiency standards, and reporting requirements for commercial dishwashers used in the state. CEC will host a public workshop to discuss […]
Member resources
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NAFEM recognizes 2026 member milestones!
Congratulations to these NAFEM members, who are celebrating significant anniversaries in 2026. If you have something to celebrate, send us […]
State of the Association 2026
Eva-Marie Fox, CFSP, President & CEO, T&S Brass & Bronze Works, becomes NAFEM’s 53rd President during the NAFEM Annual Business […]
State of the Association 2026
Steve Spittle, CFSP, CCO, Middleby Corporation, 2024-2025 NAFEM president hands over the reigns to Eva-Marie Fox, CFSP, President & CEO, […]
March ’26 at-a-glance … regulations
Washington State’s amended Lead in Cookware Act (SB 5975) passed the Senate and is currently with the House for consideration. If enacted, the bill would eliminate the 10-ppm lead […]
ADVOCACY ISSUES SURVEY: Pressure Is the New Normal
Since NAFEM’s last advocacy issues survey in 2023, what once felt like short-term disruption has become a lasting reality. Volatility […]
March 26′ at-a-glance … energy
NAFEM, together with a coalition of manufacturing associations, urged Congress to modernize the 50-year-old Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) to better reflect today’s market realities. As the foundation for energy standards, the coalition asked Congress to […]