September 10, 2026
Mr. Allen submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce
Honoring the 100th anniversary of the American Cleaning Institute and recognizing the contributions of the cleaning products industry to the health, safety, and economic vitality of the United States.
Whereas the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) serves to advance the growth and innovation of the United States cleaning products industry by improving people’s health and quality of life and protecting the planet;
Whereas ACI is the leading voice of the United States cleaning products industry, representing formulators of soaps, detergents, and general cleaning products, as well as companies that supply ingredients and finished packaging;
Whereas the cleaning products industry has a direct domestic economic impact of $88,000,000,000 supporting nearly 65,000 direct jobs in the United States;
Whereas the combined economic impact of cleaning product manufacturing in the United States supports over $100,000,000,000 in annual output and sustains nearly 125,000 American jobs across the full supply chain in communities in all 50 States.
Whereas ACI was founded in 1926 as the Association of American Soap and Glycerine Producers, rooted in a commitment to science-based approaches to cleaning that keep Americans healthy, safe, and living fulfilled lives;
Whereas, over the course of 100 years, ACI evolved alongside the cleaning products industry, changing its name first to the Soap and Detergent Association and ultimately to the American Cleaning Institute in 2010, to represent the full breadth of cleaning products used in household, commercial, industrial, and institutional settings;
Whereas effective cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting products are essential tools for preventing illness, maintaining safe public spaces, and supporting public confidence in homes, workplaces, schools, health care settings and communities;
Whereas ACI member companies continue to advance safer, more effective, more sustainable, and more convenient cleaning products that meet the needs of consumers, businesses, and institutions;
Whereas ACI and its member companies have been leaders in sustainability, including advancing circular packaging, reducing net carbon emissions, and demonstrating commitment to providing cleaning products that protect the health of people and the planet; and
Whereas 2026 marks the 100th anniversary of the American Cleaning Institute, a milestone that reflects a century of science, safety, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to the well-being of the American people: Now, therefore, be it
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That the House of Representatives—
(1)
congratulates the American Cleaning Institute on the occasion of its 100th anniversary and honors a century of leadership on behalf of the United States cleaning products industry;
(2)
recognizes the essential role of cleaning product manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors in supporting sizeable and growing American economic output and sustaining numerous American jobs across all 50 States;
(3)
commends ACI and its member companies for their commitment to innovation, sustainability, and science-based leadership;
(4)
welcomes continued partnership with ACI and its member companies as the committees of jurisdiction engages industry leaders on best practices and recommendations for sound public policy; and
(5)
expresses the House of Representatives support for a robust domestic cleaning products industry as it enters its next century of service to the American people.