ADVOCACY
EVOLVING THE CONVERSATION
For the first time , Fragrance Creators had representation throughout the supply chain during meetings . From raw materials suppliers to fragrance manufacturers to CPGs , participants communicated the value of fragrance and the association ’ s federal priorities . Specifically , our members engaged policymakers on the topics of cosmetics modernization , trade policy , and the implementation of The Frank R . Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act .
Member-level meetings included Representatives Sanford Bishop ( D-GA- 2 ), Buddy Carter ( R-GA-1 ), Steve Chabot ( R-OH-1 ), Lou Correa ( D-CA-46 ), Karen Handel ( R-GA-6 ), Bill Pascrell ( D-NJ-9 ), Frank Pallone ( D-NJ-6 ), and Senators Cory Booker ( D-NJ ), Chuck Grassley ( R-IA ), and Johnny Isakson ( R-GA ).
Committee-level meetings included House Ways & Means , House Energy & Commerce , Senate Environment and Public Works , Senate Finance , and Senate Health , Education Labor & Pensions .
A number of productive conversations with staff occurred , including the offices of Representatives Josh Gottheimer ( D-NJ-5 ), Mark Pocan ( D-WI-2 ), Tom Suozzi ( D-NY- 3 ) and Senators Dick Durbin ( D-IL ), Dianne
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MOST MEETINGS EVER
17
MOST MEETINGS WITH MEMBERS OF CONGRESS
6
MEETINGS WITH KEY COMMITTEE STAFF
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STEPS TAKEN was
Feinstein ( D-CA ), Lindsey Graham ( R-SC ), Mitch McConnell ( R-KY ), Patty Murray ( D-WA ), Rob Portman ( R-OH ), and Marco Rubio ( R-FL ).
COORDINATED MEDIA COVERAGE
The association ’ s rebrand was announced alongside our 2018 Lobby Day . This branding strategy allowed Fragrance Creators to capitalize on the media interest surrounding our new name , our important meetings , and the Congressional Fragrance Caucus . This coverage supports Fragrance Creators ’ overarching strategic goal of building trust and enhancing the reputation of the fragrance industry among key constituencies . Media coverage included articles in CEO Update , Cosmetics Design USA , Happi , Perfumer Flavorist , Rose Sheet , and more .
NEXT STEPS
Fragrance Creators emphasized the value of the fragrance industry and the need for science-based policy and common-sense regulations . Congressional offices were receptive to our message and many asked how they could further help our members .
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