U.S. Representative Rob Bresnahan, Jr. (PA-08) hosted House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (MI-10) at i2M, a manufacturing facility in Mountain Top, Pennsylvania. The visit was part of McClain’s One Big Beautiful Tour and highlighted recent legislative efforts to support American manufacturers.
i2M specializes in designing and producing advanced flexible plastic films with a focus on innovation and sustainability. The company is known for its commitment to making products in the United States.
“It was an honor to welcome Chairwoman McClain to the district to showcase some of the best American manufacturing right here in Northeastern Pennsylvania,” said Rep. Bresnahan. “We are fighting every day for policies that benefit American manufacturers and the American people. By protecting jobs, boosting wages, and supporting companies like i2M, we are continuing to invest in our people and the future of our region.”
Chairwoman McClain emphasized the impact of new legislation on local industry: “The message we’re hearing on the shop floor is clear: the One Big Beautiful Bill delivers generational investments in our workers and manufacturers, ensuring companies like i2M can continue to provide high-quality, American-made products while investing in their employees and community,” she said. “Congressman Bresnahan and House Republicans passed the One Big Beautiful Bill to protect 12,000 jobs, $1 billion in wages, and $2 billion in GDP across Pennsylvania’s 8th Congressional District.”
The bill includes provisions designed to help businesses reinvest by providing resources and tax cuts aimed at helping them keep up with technological advancements.
“Manufacturers are innovators. By restoring immediate R&D expensing for manufacturers across America, Congress has empowered manufacturers like i2M to innovate and create,” said i2M Founder Chris Hackett. “That’s how we keep our competitive edge, not just as a company—but as a country.”
Erin Streeter, Executive Vice President of NAM, added: “Manufacturers thank Chairwoman McClain and Rep. Bresnahan for helping to secure historic tax legislation. This Manufacturing Law provides the certainty manufacturers need to hire, invest, innovate and grow—protecting 6 million American jobs nationwide, including 12,000 jobs and $1 billion in wages in Pennsylvania’s 8th Congressional District. Our visit to i2M underscores the vital role a strong manufacturing sector plays in driving prosperity in communities across America.”
The legislation aims to expand take-home pay through what supporters describe as significant middle- and working-class tax cuts that could put over $10,000 per year back into family budgets for some households.
Key elements include no taxes on overtime pay or tips for certain workers—a measure expected to increase average annual earnings by up to $1,400 for those regularly working overtime—and removing taxes on social security benefits for seniors.
Other features include higher projected wages over four years; increased take-home pay for typical families; protection of thousands of jobs statewide; full expensing options for factory investments; permanent small business deductions; and incentives for domestic research spending.
Supporters say these measures will encourage job creation among small businesses—the core of regional manufacturing—and help ensure U.S.-based firms remain competitive globally.
