WASHINGTON, DC — The American Bakers Association (ABA) honored three members of Congress with its 2025 Baking Industry Champions Award during the Congressional Baking Caucus Launch Event on April 28.

Congressmen recognized include Rep. Donald G. Davis of North Carolina, Rep. Chuck Fleischmann of Tennessee and Rep. John Joyce of Pennsylvania. All three are members of the Congressional Baking Caucus.

“The Baking Industry Champions Awards celebrate elected leaders who rise above expectations, delivering for both their communities and the commercial baking industry,” said Eric Dell, ABA president and chief executive officer. "With facilities in districts across the country, baking is more than business, it’s a cornerstone of the American economy, creating purpose-driven jobs and delivering nutritious products to tables across the country.” 

Hundreds attended the event in Washington, DC, including ABA members and Congressional staff.

“The commercial baking industry plays a vital role in ensuring we have access to affordable, nutritious grain foods while contributing to the strength of eastern North Carolina and the US economy,” Davis said. “The Congressional Baking Caucus stands firmly behind this crucial industry while building on our shared traditions.”

The Congressional Baking Caucus aims to address vital issues like workforce development and regulatory reform and ensure the needs of the commercial baking manufacturers are represented in Congress.

“Pennsylvania is home to the bakeries that stock store shelves and fill kitchens across our country,” Joyce said. “Commercial baking supports American farmers throughout Pennsylvania, and the country, all the while producing the fresh baked goods we know and love. I’m proud to co-chair the Congressional Baking Caucus alongside Congressman Davis, and it’s critical that we build support both in Washington and across the country for this vital industry.”