American-made cement is a strategic national resource that underpins U.S. infrastructure development, housing, domestic manufacturing, and economic growth.
Common Sense America President and Founder Steve Crim issued a statement following the release of President Donald J. Trump's executive order (EO) "Stopping Wall Street From Competing With Main Street Homebuyers."
Strengthening U.S. infrastructure is a national security imperative that requires a steady supply of American-made cement.
American cement builds our homes, roadways, businesses, and communities— powering our nation’s economy, anchoring our critical infrastructure, and creating good-paying jobs.
The U.S. experienced a decline in cement production in 2024. Meanwhile, 22% of cement consumed in the U.S. in 2024 was supplied by foreign countries.
Steve Crim, President of the American Foundations (a project of Common Sense America), joins Newell to talk about a new national initiative to expand the capacity of American cement manufacturing.
Cement builds our communities from the ground up, making it imperative that only the best quality cement builds our homes, businesses, hospitals, roads, and everything in between.
Steve Crim, president of Common Sense America, introduces American Foundations, a new initiative aimed at strengthening U.S. cement production. With nearly 25% of cement currently imported—often lower quality—Crim warns of risks to infrastructure, jobs, and national security.
American Foundations will work to expand the availability of American-made cement to create jobs, build resilient infrastructure, grow our economy, and enhance national security.