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National Manufacturing Advisory Council for the 21st Century Act

3/5/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 3917

Bill 118 hr 3917, also known as the National Manufacturing Advisory Council for the 21st Century Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a National Manufacturing Advisory Council within the Department of Commerce. This council would be responsible for advising the Secretary of Commerce on matters related to the manufacturing industry in the United States.

The council would consist of 25 members appointed by the Secretary of Commerce, with representation from a variety of sectors within the manufacturing industry. These members would serve staggered terms of three years and would meet at least twice a year to discuss issues such as workforce development, supply chain resilience, and technological innovation in manufacturing.

The bill also outlines the duties of the council, which include providing recommendations to the Secretary of Commerce on how to strengthen the competitiveness of the US manufacturing sector, promoting the growth of small and medium-sized manufacturers, and identifying emerging trends and challenges facing the industry. Overall, the National Manufacturing Advisory Council for the 21st Century Act aims to support and promote the manufacturing industry in the United States by bringing together experts and stakeholders to advise the government on policies and initiatives that will help the industry thrive in the 21st century.

Congressional Summary of HR 3917

National Manufacturing Advisory Council for the 21st Century Act

This bill establishes the National Manufacturing Advisory Council within the Department of Commerce to support the U.S. manufacturing sector.

The council must advise Commerce about global and domestic manufacturing trends and threats to the manufacturing sector in the United States, including on matters such as supply chain interruptions, logistical challenges, and technological changes affecting the manufacturing base. The council also must provide recommendations to Commerce about worker participation, training and education, and the development of new technologies within the U.S. manufacturing sector.

The council must annually submit to Congress a national strategic plan for manufacturing in the United States.

The council must terminate on September 30 of the fifth year after the council holds its first meeting.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3917

Bill HR 3917 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 7, 2023. Bill HR 3917 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 7, 2023.  Bill HR 3917's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce. as of June 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3917

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3917

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Potential Impact Areas

- Advisory bodies
- Economic development
- Industrial policy and productivity
- Manufacturing
- Public participation and lobbying
- Public-private cooperation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3917

National Manufacturing Advisory Council for the 21st Century Act
National Manufacturing Advisory Council for the 21st Century Act
To require the Secretary of Commerce to establish the National Manufacturing Advisory Council within the Department of Commerce, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3917

Joe Neguse
Joe Neguse
ColoradoDemocrat
Eleanor Holmes Norton
Eleanor Holmes Norton
District of ColumbiaDemocrat
Tracey Mann
Tracey Mann
KansasRepublican
Brian K. Fitzpatrick
Brian K. Fitzpatrick
PennsylvaniaRepublican

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