Reps. Foster, Takano Introduce Resolution to Establish National 3D Printing Day

Washington, D.C. – Today, Representatives Bill Foster (D-IL) and Mark Takano (D-CA) introduced a House resolution to establish December 3 as National 3D Printing Day.

"3D printing has spurred cheaper, quicker, and more efficient production in everything from biotechnology to food production and advanced manufacturing. 3D printing technology provides small businesses and entrepreneurs in Illinois and across the country with state-of-the-art tools to bring new products to life and remain at the forefront of innovation," said Rep. Foster.

"At a time when technology is rapidly evolving and people are growing more innovative, I'm joining my colleague, Rep. Bill Foster, in introducing a resolution to designate December 3 as National 3D Printing Day. I hope that together, we can celebrate the advancements that 3D printing has enabled us to make and draw attention to the untapped power of this technology. We have the ability to positively impact countless industries, businesses, and organizations, and I am glad to be part of this effort," said Rep. Takano.

By enabling rapid production of previously impossible, innovative products, 3D printing has the potential to create thousands of new businesses in the U.S. and give domestic companies an edge in global markets. The Department of Energy estimates that 3D printing can save 50 percent of energy use compared to more traditional manufacturing processes. Foster and Takano introduced this resolution to honor innovative technologies, such as 3D printing, that have the potential to strengthen manufacturing in the United States.

Text of the resolution is available here.

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