State advocacy moves quickly, with legislation often introduced, heard, and voted on within weeks. As a result, the full impact of these policies isn’t always immediately clear. To help close that gap, the Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD) is committed to making state-level legislative information more accessible, timely, and actionable for its members.
That’s why ACD is launching its new State Advocacy Network (SAN). With state legislatures more active than ever, policies are advancing that directly affect the chemical distribution industry. The SAN provides members with a centralized way to stay informed on key legislative developments across all 50 states.
But the SAN is more than just a tracking tool, it’s a platform for engagement.
With a background in state advocacy, I’ve seen firsthand how influential local voices can be. When constituents share their experiences directly with state lawmakers, it adds context that data alone simply can’t provide. Those conversations often shape how legislation is understood and ultimately, how it evolves.
The SAN is built to support that kind of impact. It creates a two-way exchange of information: ACD provides real-time updates on policy developments, while members contribute insights from the ground. This collaboration will strengthen ACD’s ability to identify emerging issues and advocate effectively on behalf of the industry.
To keep efforts streamlined and intentional, ACD will identify 3-4 key policy areas to focus on each year, as reflected in state activity. This year, ACD is closely monitoring key policy areas that are expected to see significant activity in 2026, including food additive regulations, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, and broader environmental policies. To learn more about these issues and where they are happening, please visit the SAN webpage: State Advocacy Network - Alliance for Chemical Distribution
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