On the recordMay 22, 2023
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize SSAB Steel for taking a big step toward a more sustainable future with SSAB Zero steel. SSAB is the largest producer and supplier of steel plate in North America, and their facility in Muscatine, Iowa, in my district, is the first in the world to produce steel with zero emissions from the source without any credits or offsets. SSAB Zero steel is made using recycled steel--almost all steel in America is almost 98 percent recycled--and it is produced with biogas and renewable electricity. The rollout of zero-emission steel will continue through 2023 with the goal of having a wide range of products available to meet the increasing demand for environmentally friendly alternatives. SSAB Zero is an important step in their efforts to lead the steel industry to a decarbonized future by creating an emission-free value chain for their customers. We are proud to have such an innovative company pursuing climate- neutral solutions in Iowa and wish them the very best as they continue to lead the industry to a cleaner, healthier future. PBMs Abusing Patient Assistance Programs
