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Non-Foreign AREA Act of 2009

4/7/2025, 2:52 PM

Summary of Bill S 507

Bill 111 s 507, also known as the Non-Foreign AREA Act of 2009, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing issues related to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). The bill sought to ensure that funds allocated under the ARRA were used exclusively for projects within the United States and its territories, and not for projects in foreign countries.

The Non-Foreign AREA Act of 2009 aimed to promote transparency and accountability in the use of ARRA funds by requiring that all projects funded by the Act be located within the United States or its territories. The bill also included provisions to prevent the outsourcing of jobs funded by the ARRA to foreign countries.

Additionally, the bill sought to prioritize American workers and businesses in the implementation of ARRA-funded projects, in order to stimulate the domestic economy and create jobs for American citizens. The Non-Foreign AREA Act of 2009 was intended to ensure that the ARRA funds were used effectively to promote economic recovery within the United States. Overall, the Non-Foreign AREA Act of 2009 was a legislative effort to safeguard American taxpayer dollars and promote economic growth within the United States by ensuring that ARRA funds were used exclusively for domestic projects and job creation.

Current Status of Bill S 507

Bill S 507 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 2, 2009. Bill S 507 was introduced during Congress 111 and was introduced to the Senate on March 2, 2009.  Bill S 507's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 179. as of October 14, 2009

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 507

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 507

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

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