On behalf of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA), I write to express our strong support for Dr. Ned Mamula's appointment as the new Director of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Dr. Mamula brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of America's mineral resources to this important role. His decades of service across government and academia have demonstrated a strong commitment to sound science, public service and the responsible stewardship of our nation’s geological assets.

On behalf of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA), I am writing to express our gratitude for introducing the budget reconciliation tax package. We believe that a Revenue Code that incentivizes investments in infrastructure development and empowers families and businesses operating quarries to generate and sustain well-compensated jobs is essential for a thriving and enduring economy. NSSGA supports building upon the positive outcomes of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act by investing in policies that foster growth, support workers and benefit small businesses.

The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) is pleased to provide comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) (the agencies) on the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) Notice: The Final Response to SCOTUS; Establishment of a Public Docket; Request for Recommendations. NSSGA is a member of the Waters Advocacy Coalition and incorporates their comments by reference. NSSGA supports the agencies in working towards a durable rule based on the unanimous Sackett opinion by the Supreme Court of the US (SCOTUS).

On behalf of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA), I am writing regarding President Trump’s Executive Order titled Regulating Imports with a Reciprocal Tariff to Rectify Trade Practices that Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Good Trade Deficits. The NSSGA respectfully requests an exemption for aggregates from these measures.

On behalf of the over 500 member companies of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA), we respectfully request that the Administration reconsider the elimination of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Mining Health and Safety Program, whose work is essential to advancing the wellbeing of the men and women of the mining industry.

ST. LOUIS – The 2025 Barry K. Wendt Memorial Commitment Award was presented to Martin Marietta Chair, President and CEO Ward Nye during the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association's (NSSGA) Annual Membership Meeting.

As the Committee on Environment and Public Works prepares to consider Jessica Kramer’s nomination to serve as Assistant Administrator for the Office of Water of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) would like to express our unwavering support for her confirmation.

As the Committee on Environment and Public Works prepares to consider Brian Nesvik's nomination to serve as Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) would like to express our unwavering support for his confirmation.

On behalf of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA), I write to express our strong support for H.R. 1897, the ESA Amendments Act of 2025. This critical legislation takes necessary steps to modernize the Endangered Species Act (ESA) by prioritizing science-based conservation efforts, improving regulatory transparency and streamlining permitting processes essential to economic growth and infrastructure development.

ST. LOUIS – More than 600 aggregates industry leaders have convened in St. Louis for the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association’s (NSSGA) 2025 Annual Convention. This year’s meeting comes as the association marks its 25th anniversary.