Global Policy Framework for 2016, released by IPC – Association Connecting Electronics Industries®, outlines top public policy priorities for promoting strong manufacturing economy. Also, IPC announced dates for its major U.S. public policy advocacy event, IMPACT Washington, D.C. 2016: Building Tomorrow’s Advanced Manufacturing Economy. Taking place April 18–20, this event will include meetings with politicians; briefings/discussions with industry colleagues, and awards luncheon.