Questions 2–4 include optional sub-questions to help you provide more detail. Feel free to answer only those that apply or interest you.

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* 1. What are the primary challenges our industry faces in maintaining competitiveness, modernizing operations, and driving innovation?

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* 2. In what ways could tax policy be structured to encourage domestic investment and production?
a. How important is depreciation policy to investment decisions?
b. Would an investment tax credit for domestic plant and equipment improve competitiveness?
c. Are there other tax policy changes that could strengthen our position as a reliable domestic supplier?

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* 3. Which regulatory requirements present the greatest challenges or inefficiencies?
a. Are there regulations that seem unnecessary or outdated and could be reconsidered?
b. Which reporting requirements could be consolidated or streamlined (e.g., greenhouse gas reporting)?
c. Where do timing or cost burdens related to reporting, compliance, or incident documentation create the most strain?
d. Would providing tax credits for required training improve compliance and workforce development?
e. Should environmental or safety improvements be eligible for tax incentives?

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* 4. How can we strengthen domestic markets for both suppliers and customers?
a. What measures could help maintain domestic ownership and investment among key customers?
b. Could targeted tax incentives encourage customer–supplier collaboration on long-term investments?
c. Could similar incentives support suppliers’ access to capital for equipment or materials?
d. How might tariff policy—beyond steel products—be designed to support customers and suppliers without creating additional vulnerabilities?
e. What regulatory or tax challenges most affect supplier and customer relationships?

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* 5. What role can tariff policy play in supporting and sustaining our industry?

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