The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) is pleased to provide comments to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (the agencies): Rescinding the Definition of “Harm” Under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) (FWSHQ-ES-2025-0034). NSSGA agrees with the decision to rescind the current definition of harm under the ESA.

On behalf of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA), I am writing to express our gratitude for introducing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. NSSGA encourages the House of Representatives to pass this package in a timely manner. These policies will ultimately strengthen the aggregates industry and the American economy.

The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposal for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) 2026 Issuance of the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Industrial Activity; in particular, Subpart J. NSSGA believes the permit should be withdrawn and reproposed. NSSGA is a member of the Small Business Low Risk Coalition (SBLRC) and adopts these comments by reference.

On behalf of the over 500 members of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA), I write to submit comments related to the investigation to determine the effects on the national security of imports of medium-duty trucks, heavy duty trucks, and medium- and heavy-duty truck parts, and their derivative products, under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962.

The undersigned organizations write in strong support for the nomination of Mr. Sean McMaster to serve as the next Administrator of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Mr. McMaster brings a wealth of experience in transportation policy and infrastructure development, making him exceptionally qualified to lead FHWA.

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.

On behalf of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) and our partner associations, which represent the aggregates industry in their respective states, we ask to continue protecting the tax exemptions for associations and other charitable organizations that have been in place since Congress first enacted the income tax over 100 years ago. We appreciate the need to identify pay-fors and offsets to extend the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA). The associations signed below strongly supported the TCJA and would like to see an extension passed.

Investing in our nation’s critical surface transportation network provides the American people and businesses the opportunity to thrive. In 2022, our nation’s road and bridge network facilitated the movement of over 19 billion pounds of freight worth an estimated $18 trillion – 72% of our nation’s cargo. In addition to freight, our highway system paves the way for people to move efficiently and effectively to school, sports, work and travel.

Investing in the nation’s infrastructure provides far-reaching economic benefits. Recent congressional support for roads, bridges and public transportation systems has helped deliver much-needed projects to every congressional district across the country. These improvements have enhanced safety, mobility and efficiency nationwide. These outcomes are made possible by the continuity and predictability of funding supported by a healthy Highway Trust Fund (HTF).