The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) released the following statement in response to the inaugural celebration of President Donald J. Trump and Vice President JD Vance:

“PLASTICS extends our sincere congratulations to President Donald J. Trump and Vice President JD Vance,” said PLASTICS President and CEO Matt Seaholm. “As the eighth-largest U.S. manufacturing sector, the plastics industry looks forward to collaborating with the new administration to promote policies that drive innovation, protect American manufacturing, and ensure sustainable solutions for the future. Our industry is committed to being a partner in advancing economic growth while achieving our shared sustainability goals.”

“We are eager to work with the new administration as well as the 119th Congress on bipartisan solutions that strengthen the plastics and broader manufacturing sectors, secure domestic supply chains, and advance circular economy initiatives,” said PLASTICS Vice President of Government Affairs Chris Rager. “Together, we can achieve meaningful progress for the over one million workers employed by the plastics industry across America.”