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| http://walberg.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=399175 | Walberg Celebrates Manufacturing Day, Tours Facilities in Jackson and Monroe Counties | 2016-10-07 | 2016 | 2016-10 | Republican | House | MI | Tim Walberg | W000798 | walberg.house.gov | legacy | Jackson, Mich.—Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) visited manufacturing facilities and met with students in Jackson and Monroe Counties on Friday in celebration of National Manufacturing Day.In Monroe County, Walberg toured Automatic Handling in Erie and talked with Bedford students about the importance of career and technical education, or CTE, programs. He also spoke at an event at Monroe County Community College in support of CTE and preparing students with in-demand skills when they enter the workforce. In Jackson County, Walberg visited Lomar Machine and Tool Company in Horton.“The 7th District is a proud manufacturing district with hardworking men and women who make high quality, American-made products. Today, and every day, we celebrate these dedicated workers and the critical role manufacturing plays in providing good-paying jobs and increasing economic growth. To boost manufacturing and innovation here in Michigan, we need to continue to invest in a skilled workforce and inspire the next generation to pursue meaningful careers in manufacturing and technology,” said Walberg.A strong supporter of CTE and member of the Education and the Workforce Committee, Congressman Walberg helped passed the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act in September, bipartisan legislation to provide more Michigan students and workers with the skills they need to succeed in the 21st century workforce. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |