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Manufacturing policy recommendations implemented.
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Manufacturing & Technology News
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December 15, 2006
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* Create an Assistant Secretary for Manufacturing and Services to serve as chief advocate for the manufacturing sector and implement recommendations.
* Create an Office of Industry Analysis to assess the cost competitiveness of American industry and evaluate the impact of domestic and international economic policy on U.S. competitiveness.
* Establish the Manufacturing Council to foster coordination and communication among U.S. industry and the federal government.
* Establish an Interagency Working Group on Manufacturing to coordinate the implementation of recommendations and the development of new initiatives.
* Promote Health Savings Accounts as established ...