Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2017

Bill 115 s 118, also known as the Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2017, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of promoting the manufacturing and sale of American-made products. The bill seeks to achieve this goal by requiring federal agencies to give preference to American-made products when making procurement decisions.

Specifically, the bill mandates that federal agencies must prioritize the purchase of products that are made in the United States, as long as these products are of comparable quality and cost to foreign-made alternatives. This preference for American-made products is intended to support domestic manufacturers and promote job growth within the United States.

In addition to promoting the purchase of American-made products, the bill also includes provisions aimed at increasing transparency and accountability in federal procurement processes. For example, the bill requires federal agencies to report on their compliance with the Buy American Act, which mandates that federal agencies give preference to American-made products in their procurement decisions. Overall, the Reinforcing American-Made Products Act of 2017 is a piece of legislation that seeks to support American manufacturers and promote the sale of American-made products. By requiring federal agencies to prioritize the purchase of American-made products and increasing transparency in federal procurement processes, the bill aims to strengthen the domestic manufacturing sector and create more job opportunities for American workers.