[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 63 (Wednesday, April 30, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E634]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       SAN ANTONIO MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION'S 100TH ANNIVERSARY

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                            HON. LAMAR SMITH

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 30, 2014

  Mr. SMITH of Texas. Mr. Speaker, the San Antonio Manufacturers 
Association (SAMA) is one of the oldest manufacturing associations in 
the country. And this year, SAMA celebrates its 100th year as the voice 
of the manufacturing industry in the San Antonio area.
  ``Made in America'' is a label we want to see on advanced 
technologies produced by American laboratories and factories. We must 
ensure that the United States provides an environment where the 
manufacturing industry can strive and grow.
  SAMA helps with this initiative. The Association advocates for 
policies that will boost American manufacturing and help train the next 
generation of manufacturers.
  The manufacturing industry stimulates the economy by providing good 
paying jobs and creating high-quality American products. More than 
1,500 manufacturing companies operate in the San Antonio area alone, 
and in 2011, these companies' combined impact on the local economy 
reached $22.5 billion.
  San Antonians greatly benefit from the manufacturing industry. Over 
50,000 residents of the Alamo City work in this industry and the 
average wage is 11 percent higher than the average wage for all San 
Antonio jobs. So the manufacturing industry is good for all Americans, 
especially those in Central Texas.
  Congratulations, San Antonio Manufacturers Association, on reaching 
the century mark. And thank you for all you do for San Antonio and the 
great State of Texas.

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