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New industry data available for 2010
hen most
people think about the attributes of beer, words like crisp and refreshing come
to mind. But our products mean a lot more than that. We
directly employ more than 1 million Americans in virtually every corner of the
U.S. These jobs help strengthen many sectors of the economy with a payroll of
more than $32 billion and federal, state and local governments receiving tax
revenues in excess of $44 billion annually.
The nation's malt beverage producers, importers, and distributors are dedicated
to enhancing the quality of life in neighborhoods large and small. Through our
charitable contributions, civic and community support, we provide emergency and
disaster relief, fund scholarship programs, and sponsor local festivals and
entertainment events.
Our longstanding commitment to responsibility is yet another way we make a
difference. Through partnerships with law enforcement and other groups, our
industry is helping to achieve steady progress in preventing drunk driving and
illegal underage drinking. Our responsibility also extends to protecting the
environment through recycling, conservation and preservation programs.
We're proud to brew and distribute some of the world's finest, quality beers.
And we're proud to represent Beer, America's beverage.
The
U.S. brewing industry is a dynamic part of our national economy, contributing
billions of dollars in wages and taxes. An indication of beer’s importance is
its inclusion in the basket of goods the government uses to calculate the
Consumer Price Index.
U.S.
brewers and distributors take very seriously our role as both employer and
community member. We are concerned about the welfare of our employees and feel
an obligation to help improve the quality of life in our communities.
The U.S. brewing industry has a vested interest to ensure all
products we sell are consumed as intended: responsibly by legal drinking age
adults. We also have a strong commitment to preserve and protect the environment
during the production of our products.