Vice President of Legislative Affairs, Alliance for Chemical Distribution (@ACD_chem) @CofCalumni
Washington, DC
Joined January 2015
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Douglas A. Leigh III retweeted
💻October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month!
Our members always take important steps to prepare against new and emerging cyber threats, but October still serves as an important reminder of the steps industries must to take to stay vigilant and keep pace with evolving risks.
Learn more about Cybersecurity Awareness Month here: cisa.gov/cybersecurity-aware…
Douglas A. Leigh III retweeted
New in @Chemicalweek: ACD’s @EricR_ACD discusses how supply chain disruptions are affecting the chemical distribution industry and how our industry is navigating the uncertainty.
Read more: chemweek.mydigitalpublicatio…
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🗳️ Which 2026 races should the chemical distribution industry be watching? We’re breaking down key races that could shape the policy landscape in Washington and beyond.
Visit ACD’s 2026 Election Guide for more information: acd-chem.com/government-affa…
Douglas A. Leigh III retweeted
Nothing beats seeing our industry in action.
It was great to join @Brenntag in welcoming @RepHageman to their facility in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Visits like this create a valuable opportunity to have candid conversations about safety, our workforce, and the essential role chemical distribution plays in communities across the country.
Interested in hosting a site visit of your own? Learn how to get started on ACD’s site visit page: acd-chem.com/government-affa…
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Election Day is just four weeks away, and the political noise is only getting louder.
Polls, pundits, and campaign ads are everywhere. Instead of getting caught up in the noise, take some time to do your homework.
Read our latest blog by @EricR_ACD for a few things to keep in mind as you head toward the polls: acd-chem.com/media-center/re…
Thank you @RepHageman for coming out to @ACD_chem member @Brenntag’s Cheyenne, WY facility yesterday to tour and discuss policy priorities important to the chemical distribution industry!
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ACD’s 2026 Election Guide just got a refresh! With midterm elections around the corner, we’ve updated our election guide with everything our members need to know, including:
🗳️Voter registration resources
📍Your polling location
🔍The races that matter most this cycle
📰The latest Election News, updated regularly
Learn more: acd-chem.com/government-affa…
Douglas A. Leigh III retweeted
In his latest @PCImag column, ACD President & CEO @EricR_ACD details how the approaching 2026 midterms could influence transportation, trade, tax, and regulatory policy across the chemical distribution industry.
Read the full article ⤵️
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Thank you, @AlexMealerTX, for spending the afternoon learning more about chemical distribution and the important work ACD members like @Brenntag do every day to support our communities.
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The proposed UP-NS mega-merger would reshape American freight rail for the worse. Greater consolidation would devastate the businesses, workers, consumers, and communities that depend on a reliable freight rail system. As the STB evaluates the “merits” of this deal, it must fully consider the risk of higher costs and reduced competition on the American supply chain.
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This morning, ACD's @EricR_ACD joined KRLD AM 1080 to discuss what’s at stake for Texas if the proposed Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger moves forward, including the potential consequences for the state’s economy, businesses, and freight rail competition.
🎧 Tune in to hear the conversation (Part 5, 8:38–8:44 AM): audacy.com/stations/krld/sho…
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U.S. refiners and petrochemical manufacturers depend on a competitive and reliable rail network to move the energy that powers our economy. But a pending merger between two of the last freight railroads would (A) concentrate market power, (B) reduce competition and (C) threaten higher transportation costs.
Alongside @AmChemistry, @ACD_chem, the Fertilizer Institute and the National Industrial Transportation League, we’ve filed a joint motion urging the Surface Transportation Board to deny the proposed rail merger application.
Douglas A. Leigh III retweeted
The proposed UP-NS mega merger would have significant consequences on American businesses and communities that rely on freight rail day in and day out. The STB must consider the numerous concerns about what’s at stake and stop this merger in its tracks.
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Discover @ACD_chem’s #ChemEdge2026! As a proud media sponsor, Chemical Week invites you to join the premier event for the chemical distribution channel. Get insights on EHS&S, logistics, and more. Save your spot! okt.to/0Ua4kr
#ACDConnection
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Disconnected freight data is costing more than you think—join ACD's webinar to learn how chemical distributors can unify their supply chain data, improve visibility, and build an AI-ready operation that drives smarter decisions. Register now: acd-chem.com/education-meeti…
Chemical distributors: your data exists. It just lives in 8+ systems that don't talk to each other. That gap has real costs, and a flat market is the moment to close it.
IntelliTrans + @ACD_chem, July 22 at 1pm ET.
Register: hubs.ly/Q04pNbbd0
#Logistics #ChemicalShipping
Douglas A. Leigh III retweeted
A merger that would control nearly half of America's freight rail market requires the highest level of scrutiny from the STB. Their evaluation must consider the harms this massive consolidation would have on workers, shippers, consumers, and communities.
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Opposition to the UP-NS mega-merger is growing, with the mayor of Meridian, MS becoming the latest public official to retract their support. Consolidation often comes at a cost, paid for by workers, small businesses, and consumers.
The City of Meridian, Mississippi has formally withdrawn its letter of support for the @UnionPacific - @nscorp merger, telling the @STB_Newsroom the railroads "have not been able to show many of the major benefits" they promised. This comes after Ohio State Senator Thomas Patton, Chair of the Transportation Committee, withdrew his support for the merger, citing concerns over reduced competition and harm to rail-dependent communities. stoptherailmerger.com/icymi-…
Douglas A. Leigh III retweeted
With Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern submitting a new set of data detailing the expected outcome of their merger, the STB must closely scrutinize these submissions. This mega-merger would have significant consequences, including increased consolidation and prices to the detriment of shippers nationwide.
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Douglas A. Leigh III retweeted
Labor unions, Attorneys General, farmers, and consumers are all voicing their concerns over the UP-NS mega-merger. The railroad’s flawed application overstates its benefits while ignoring serious concerns about service disruptions and higher prices for businesses and consumers. The STB must fully consider the harms of further freight rail consolidation.
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ICYMI: ACD's President and CEO @EricR_ACD in @PCImag on how ACD’s members go above and beyond regulatory compliance to deliver consistent quality, minimize risk, and protect their communities.
On average, our members report implementing 14 layers of workplace safety measures, supported by comprehensive training programs and ongoing investment.
Read the full article ⤵️
pcimag.com/articles/114667-b…