MARCY, N.Y. -- A bill that would make it easier for small manufacturers to get loans has bipartisan support.

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Congresswoman Claudia Tenney were at Advanced Tool Inc. in Marcy to advocate for the Investing in America’s Small Manufacturers Act.

Advanced Tool Inc. is a cutting tool manufacturer. Its president and CEO, Sherry DePerno, said she hopes the legislation will be a boost to the industry.

"I think this bill will allow manufacturers to keep on pace with the latest technology and reinvest into their businesses," DePerno said.

State Assemblyman Anthony Brindisi was also there to support the legislation.