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PPAI Names Johnson Legislator of the Year

April 23, 2015

Promotional Products Association Intl. (PPAI), Irving, Texas, recently announced Sen. Ron Johnson as its 2015 Legislator of the Year. 



The award will be presented during the PPAI Legislative Education and Action Day (L.E.A.D.), to be held May 20-21 in Washington, D.C.

Johnson will be recognized for his history of serving the needs of the promotional products industry by encouraging economic stability and growth through advocating for small business, promoting manufacturing and preserving jobs.
The PPAI Legislator of the Year Award recognizes members of Congress who have shown a commitment to small-business interests and success, a willingness to meet with industry professionals and have given their support to issues critical to the promotional products industry. 


During this year’s PPAI L.E.A.D., nearly 80 advocates from 30 states will conduct more than 250 meetings with senators, congressional representatives and their legislative staffs to discuss pending legislation and issues relevant to the promotional products industry.


For more information, visit ppai.org. — L.M.