NMMA - National Marine Manufacturers Association Inc.
10/30/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/30/2025 08:40
NMMA Hosts Constructive Meeting at Smoker Craft Boats with Indiana Governor Mike Braun and Canadian Trade Representatives
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On October 24, NMMA joined Indiana Governor Mike Braun for a productive and forward-looking meeting at Smoker Craft Boats in New Paris, Indiana. The discussion focused on several key issues impactingIndiana's marine manufacturers and broadermanufacturing community.
During the meeting, Governor Braun emphasized his administration's commitment to supporting small and medium-sized manufacturers through emerging tax policies designed to enhance competitiveness, as well as efforts to address energy challenges that affect industrial operations across the state. The conversation also touched on the Governor's initiatives to strengthen housing and workforce development, critical needs for sustaining Indiana's manufacturing leadership and ensuring companies like SmokerCraft can continue to grow and thrive.
Following the meeting with Governor Braun, NMMA and the SmokerCraft team welcomed Myriam Belisle and Abigail Carr from the Canadian Consulate in Chicago, who representthe Government of Québec, for a productive meeting and tour of SmokerCraft'sfacilities. Discussions focused on several cross-border trade issues impactingthe recreational boating industry, such as tariffs on aluminum extrusions and Ontario Bill 96, which requires businesses in the province to communicate and provide documentation in French.Smoker Craft's strong presence in the Canadian market and its significant contribution to Canada's economy through boat sales and distributionwas also highlighted.
NMMA extends its sincere thanks to the Smoker Craft team for their warm hospitality and hosting such impactful meetings and facility tours. Their engagement providedvaluable insights into the opportunities and challenges facing the recreational boating sector, both in Indiana and across North America.
These visits are part of NMMA's ongoing effort to connect directly with member companies and policymakers, ensuring the association continues to advocate effectively on behalf of the marine industry's priorities at every level of government.
For questions or additionaldetails about NMMA facility visits in the Midwest, please contact Jesse McArdell, senior manager of Midwest government affairs, at [email protected].
Photo Caption: NMMA's Jesse McArdell meets with Governor Mike Braun and the Smoker Craft team atthe company's New Paris, Indiana facility.
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