NAMM Policy Priorities
Public Policy for NAMM Members
NAMM serves its members by tracking, engaging and educating on matters of public policy, based on three priorities: Business Compliance, Music Education Advocacy and Workforce Development. We represent the interests of the music products industry through virtual and in-person advocacy campaigns, such as the NAMM Music Education D.C. Fly-In. Members are invited to participate in trade, sustainability and music education advocacy working groups, as well as in educational webinars and advocacy efforts. Contact us for more information.
Featured Article
February 20, 2026
President Trump Announces New Tariffs After Supreme Court Ruling
President Trump announced he would immediately impose a 15% global tariff under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 to address trade deficits. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated the administration would also expand use of Section 232 (national security) and Section 301 (unfair trade practices) authorities.
These authorities come with constraints the administration did not face under IEEPA. For example, Section 122 tariffs are capped at 15% for 150 days unless Congress approves an extension. ...
