A new congressional caucus focused on addressing issues facing the American commercial baking industry has been formed, the American Bakers Association (ABA) announced.
The Congressional Baking Caucus is co-chaired by U.S. Representatives John Joyce, M.D. (R-PA-13) and Donald G. Davis (D-NC-01).
The Caucus, according to ABA, is dedicated to addressing four specific issues facing the American commercial baking industry: workforce development, regulatory reform, supply chain efficiency, and sustainability.
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Joyce said he is “proud” to co-chair the new Caucus and “build support both in Washington and across the country” for the commercial baking industry.
“Pennsylvania is home to the bakeries that stock store shelves and fill kitchens across our country. Commercial baking has a major role to play for our nation’s agricultural industry, working with our farmers and creating jobs that empower American workers while producing the food that feeds our families,” Joyce said.
Davis added, “Bread is at the heart of American tradition, and many enjoy it daily. The commercial baking industry plays a vital role in ensuring we have access to affordable, nutritious grain foods while contributing to the strength of eastern North Carolina and the U.S. economy.”
ABA, which is the largest trade association for the commercial baking industry in the U.S., applauded the creation of the new Baking Caucus.
“With baking manufacturing facilities located in countless congressional districts across the country, our members are an important part of the national dialogue on a wide range of issues,” ABA President and CEO Eric Dell said in a statement. “We look forward to working with this Caucus to highlight the industry’s voice.”
Approximately 800,000 Americans work in the commercial baking industry, according to ABA data.
The new Baking Caucus is one of 467 Congressional Member Organizations active during the 118th Congress.
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Kaitlin Housler is a reporter at The Tennessee Star and The Star News Network. Follow Kaitlin on X / Twitter.
Photo “Local Bakery” by American Bakers Association.
