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Critical Supply Chains Commission: Strengthening US Manufacturing and Resilience

This act establishes the National Commission on Critical Supply Chains to study the US reliance on foreign suppliers for essential goods like medicines, microchips, and food. The Commission aims to develop recommendations to bolster domestic production and reduce the risk of shortages, ultimately enhancing economic security and product availability for citizens.
Key points
Establishes an independent expert commission to analyze and strengthen American supply chains, aiming to prevent future shortages of critical products.
Identifies areas where the US is overly dependent on foreign supplies, such as in medicine, technology, and agriculture, to enhance national and economic security.
Develops specific recommendations for Congress to increase domestic manufacturing, create new jobs, and improve the economy's resilience to crises.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3848
Sponsor: Rep. Ryan, Tim [D-OH-13]
Process start date: 2021-06-11