News & Insights

We’re changing the narrative of the manufacturing industry one story at a time. CMTA’s award-winning storytelling team showcases California’s 30,000 manufacturers by uplifting the voices of our makers. Find industry news and the stories from those “Making California” below. 

CMTA Opposes Secretive Cap-and-Trade Process

Sacramento, Calif. (September 8, 2025) – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) announced today that the state’s manufacturing sector is in strong opposition to any attempt to advance a cap-and-trade deal in the final days of the legislative...

Manufacturing in the News: August 2025

Read CMTA's round-up of manufacturing-related news from August 2025. The articles below don’t reflect the views of the manufacturing industry or CMTA. They are a collection of the latest industry news from this past month.   Latest Industry News   Jet...

CMTA Names Nina Fisher as New Vice President of Communications

Sacramento, Calif. (September 2, 2025) – Today, the California Manufacturers and Technology Association (CMTA) welcomed Nina Krishel Fisher as the organization’s new Vice President of Communications, aiming to strengthen the voice of California manufacturers at a...

Renowned Flavor Brand Torani Joins CMTA

Sacramento, Calif. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) has welcomed new member Torani to the organization. Founded in 1925, the globally recognized flavor company is known for its wide range of syrups and sauces. Torani has a rich...

Manufacturing in the News: July 2025

Read CMTA's round-up of manufacturing-related news from July 2025. The articles below don’t reflect the views of the manufacturing industry or CMTA. They are a collection of the latest industry news from this past month.   Latest Industry News   Union...

CMTA Announces 2025 “Coolest Thing Made in California” Contest

CMTA presents the 2024 Coolest Thing Made in California award to Northrop Grumman, for the world’s fastest microchip, on October 18, 2024 Sacramento, Calif. – California is home to the world’s fastest microchip, zero-emission supercars, and now, the search is on to...

Trusted Cybersecurity and Compliance Company Joins CMTA

Sacramento, Calif. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) welcomed new member ISSE Services to the organization today. As digital transformation accelerates across the manufacturing industry, the need for robust, scalable cybersecurity...

Three29 Joins CMTA to Help Manufacturers Integrate AI Efficiency

Sacramento, Calif. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) welcomed new member Three29 to the organization today. Three29 is a fully integrated, conversion-first agency specializing in helping manufacturing and construction companies. The...

Manufacturing in the News: June 2025

Read CMTA's round-up of manufacturing-related news from June 2025. The articles below don’t reflect the views of the manufacturing industry or CMTA. They are a collection of the latest industry news from this past month.   Latest Industry News   New Fire...

Press Release

Government Relations Update: New Video Series on the Latest News in California’s Legislature

Jan 31, 2024

Ready to learn more about what is happening in California’s legislature? Check out our brand-new Government Relations Update video with CMTA’s Vice President of Communications, Ananda Rochita.

📝 Learn About California’s 2024 Intro Bills 

💰 Find out what is Going to Happen with California’s Projected Budget. 

⚙️ CMTA’s Sponsored Bills Are Coming Your Way Soon… 

Do you want to get exclusive government relations insights from CMTA?

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