AISI Presents Rep. Bill Johnson With “Steel Champion Award”

Washington, DC– The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) today presented Rep. Bill Johnson (R-OH), a leading member of the Congressional Steel Caucus, with the “2024 Congressional Steel Champion Award” for his introduction of the “Leveling the Playing Field 2.0 Act.”

Rep. Johnson received the award in recognition of his continuous support of the American steel industry, in Ohio and across the nation. The award was presented in Rep. Johnson’s office on Capitol Hill today by Kevin Dempsey, president and CEO of AISI.

“We extend a heartfelt thank you and congratulations to Congressman Johnson on this award, and on his next chapter home in Ohio. I am honored to recognize him for his tireless dedication and steadfast support of the American steel industry during his many years in Congress. Rep. Johnson is a dynamic leader who has fought for a level playing field for steelworkers in Ohio and the rest of the country. His commitment not only advances the steel industry but also aids in securing a prosperous economic future for our country. This award is merited, and I wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors,” said Dempsey.

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Rep. Bill Johnson pictured with Kevin Dempsey, AISI president and CEO

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Contact: Sarah Bryant Burns

202.452.7176 /sburns@steel.org

AISI serves as the voice of the American steel industry in the public policy arena and advances the case for steel in the marketplace as the preferred material of choice. AISI also plays a lead role in the development and application of new steels and steelmaking technology. AISI’s membership is comprised of integrated and electric arc furnace steelmakers, and associate members who are suppliers to or customers of the steel industry. For more news about steel and its applications, view AISI’s website at www.steel.org. Follow AISI on Facebook or Twitter (@AISISteel).