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Non-manufacturers that want to support MAM members and Missouri manufacturing can connect through event sponsorship and/or one of the MAM Network Partnership programs.
We offer a variety of partnership opportunity levels for both businesses and institutions of education.
Interested in becoming a Partner? Email us to learn about our various partnership options.
Contact us at Info@mamstrong.org
Exclusive Benefits to MAM Members from our Partners
A Partner is a defined as a business who does not qualify as a manufacturer but provides services or products that will benefit our manufacturing Members.
Each Partner company is thoroughly vetted and researched to ensure we are collaborating with a recognized expert in their field and trusted resource.
A key factor is they must align with Missouri Association of Manufacturer’s mission: To Promote, Preserve and Advance manufacturing in Missouri.
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Aug 14 Governor’s Ham Breakfast at the Missouri State Fair
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Aug 28 New Laws Without Emergency Clauses Go Into Effect
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Dec 1 Legislative Pre-Filing Begins
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Jan 7 2026 Legislative Session Begins
This Week in the Capitol
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Senate President Pro Tem Raises Solar Concerns: Last week Sen. Cindy O’Laughlin, President Pro Tem of the Missouri Senate, raised concerns about solar energy developments and advocated for a “moratorium” on new utility-scale solar projects. Read more here, here, here, here, and here.
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Missouri Congressional Map: Amid reports that President Trump’s advisors are urging Missouri to consider redrawing its congressional map, the idea has sparked discussion among legislators and political observers. Read more here, here, and here.
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Supreme Court Weighs in on Marijuana Taxes: The Missouri Supreme Court has decided that Missouri law does not allow local governments to “stack” marijuana sales taxes. Read more here.
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Interim Activity on Property Tax Reform: The Missouri House Special Interim Committee on Property Tax Reform has kicked off its meetings and scheduled a series of hearings throughout the state. Read more here, here, here, and here.
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2026 Elections: Candidates have begun positioning for next year’s elections. Read more in the Missouri Times 2026 Senate Tipsheet.













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