Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, released the following statement today after becoming the newest member of the bipartisan Congressional Aluminum Caucus. The Caucus raises awareness of the U.S. aluminum industry and the metal’s production and use.

“In Whatcom County, aluminum means jobs and economic opportunity. Intalco is directly responsible for 640 family wage jobs in Whatcom County. And the Aluminum Association estimates the industry brings another 1,783 supplier and induced jobs to the region including truck drivers, equipment manufacturers and engineers. It is crystal clear that Intalco is vital to the stability and health of our community.

“I have been working to keep Intalco running for more than 13 years.  Becoming the newest member of the Congressional Aluminum Caucus is one more way to show the importance of the aluminum industry to Whatcom County and Washington state. 

The Congressional Aluminum Caucus was formed in 2013 by Rep. Suzan DelBene (WA-02) and three other Members. Larsen is the 31^st Member to join the Caucus.

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