Mrvan Testifies Before ITC Hearing on OCTG Steel Products

Washington, DC - Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan testified before the International Trade Commission (ITC) during their hearing on Oil Country Tubular Good steel products from Argentina, Mexico, Russia, and South Korea.  

Last week, Congressman Mrvan testified before the ITC during their hearing on hot-rolled steel flat products from several countries.  This is the eighth time during the 117th Congress that Congressman Mrvan has provided testimony in support of the domestic steel and manufacturing industry during ITC proceedings.

The text of today’s remarks as prepared for delivery is below, and a link to a video of the remarks is available here.

"Good morning to all the Commissioners.  Thank you for the opportunity to present testimony as part of today’s hearing on Oil Country Tubular Good steel products from Argentina, Mexico, Russia, and South Korea.  

"It is good to speak with you for the second week in a row.  I continue to be grateful for your dedicated work to enforce our trade laws, which are critical to the economic success for American steelworkers and our manufacturing industry.   

"For today’s case, as you are well aware, OCTG products are necessary to promote the strength of our nation’s energy infrastructure and national security, as they are primarily used in the energy sector to extract and transport oil and gas throughout the United States. 

"Northwest Indiana is home to an incredible steel and manufacturing base, and the dedicated workforce and members of the United Steelworkers provide the material and hot-rolled steel that is used to make OCTG products.  

"As the Co-Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus, I am committed to continuing to do everything possible to ensure that bad actors and countries that cheat know that American trade laws will be fully enforced.  I also appreciate the opportunity last year, on October 26, 2021, to have sent a letter to you on this case during the preliminary determination proceedings.

"I am grateful for your serious attention to this case, and all of the pressing matters before the Commission.  We must continue to work to ensure that all American workers and the domestic pipe and tube industry are able to compete on a level playing field.

"Thank you again for the opportunity to testify today."

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