South Central Reporter

State Senator Jason Plummer (R-Edwardsville) has been recognized as a “Champion of Manufacturing” by the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) for his support of policies that benefit manufacturers and the broader business community in Illinois.

The IMA awarded this title based on its 2024 Legislative Report Card, which highlights lawmakers who consistently support Illinois’ manufacturing industry. The Report Card rates lawmakers based on their voting record on key bills impacting the state’s manufacturing sector.

“I’m honored to be named a ‘Champion of Manufacturing’ and am proud to have supported our manufacturers and the employees of this backbone sector of Illinois,” said Senator Plummer. “With over 600,000 people employed in manufacturing in our state, lawmakers need to do more to support pro-growth policies that help create jobs, support our job creators, and strengthen our state’s economy.”

Senator Plummer's strong voting record demonstrates his broad support for Illinois’ manufacturing economy and the jobs it creates.

“Illinois manufacturers appreciate Senator Plummer, who has a strong record of supporting policies vital to advancing the industry and growing our economy,” said IMA VP of Government Affairs Donovan Griffith. “We’re proud to count on Senator Plummer as a member of the manufacturing majority in the Illinois General Assembly, and look forward to continued partnership.”

To see a full list of bills evaluated by the IMA for the 2024 Legislative Report Card, click here.

In addition to this honor from the IMA, Senator Plummer also serves as the Illinois State Senate Chairman for the Technology & Manufacturing Association’s Small and Midsized Manufacturing Caucus. This caucus represents over 40 Republican and Democrat legislators who work together to evaluate legislation and regulations impacting small and midsized manufacturing industries in Illinois.