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.

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.

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.

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. 

2024 M&S Chair Mark Krause Presents Gavel to Craig Lamarque During M&S Dinner

ST. LOUIS – On the opening night of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) 2025 Annual Convention, the Manufacturing & Services (M&S) Division announced the 2025 Executive Committee Chair at their annual dinner. Outgoing Chair Mark Krause of McLanahan/Eagle Iron Works handed off the gavel to Craig Lamarque of Wirtgen America, a John Deere Company. Kristen Randall of Superior Industries was named Vice Chair. 

I write to you on behalf of members of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) in strong support of the nomination of Mr. Sean McMaster’s nomination to serve as the next Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) administrator. Mr. McMaster has an impressive background in transportation policy and his proven track record of leadership will be vital for steering FHWA through the critical challenges ahead. We urge you to support his nomination.

ALEXANDRIA, VA — This year marks the 25th anniversary of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association's (NSSGA) founding. Since its inception, NSSGA has served as the leading voice and advocate for the aggregates industry in Washington, D.C. It now represents over 500 aggregates and industrial sand producers and manufacturers and services members.