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DPA Private-Sector Outreach Act of 2026

4/13/2026, 7:28 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8038

The bill, designated as H.R. 8038 in the 119th Congress and introduced on March 24, 2026, aims to improve private-sector engagement to bolster the Defense Production Act of 1950. The specific provisions and directives included in the bill are not provided in the context.

Current Status of Bill HR 8038

Bill HR 8038 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 24, 2026. Bill HR 8038 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 24, 2026.  Bill HR 8038's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of March 24, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8038

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8038

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8038

To enhance private-sector outreach in support of the Defense Production Act of 1950, and for other purposes.
To enhance private-sector outreach in support of the Defense Production Act of 1950, and for other purposes.

Comments

Allison Webster profile image

Allison Webster

738

11 days ago

I heard about this new bill that's supposed to help businesses connect with the government. Sounds like a good idea, but I'm not exactly sure how it all works. I hope it ends up making things easier for everyone involved.

Ella Finch profile image

Ella Finch

818

10 days ago

This bill hurts workers like me, making it harder to find good jobs.

Dawson Sumner profile image

Dawson Sumner

773

11 days ago

I don't understand why this bill is being pushed through without more discussion. It seems like it could have negative impacts on businesses and workers alike. How will this affect small businesses and employees across the country?