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National Supply Chain Database: Enhancing Product Security in the US

This act establishes a national database to monitor US manufacturing capabilities, especially for critical products like food and medical equipment. The goal is to prevent supply disruptions, which could lead to better product availability and price stability for citizens. Information in the database will be protected from public disclosure.
Key points
A national database of US manufacturing capabilities will be created, managed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
The database aims to quickly assess the US's ability to produce sufficient critical products, such as medicines or food.
Information in the database will be confidential, accessible only to authorized personnel, to protect company data.
The act seeks to enhance supply security and reduce the risk of shortages of important products in the market.
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Print number: 117_HR_4662
Sponsor: Rep. Meijer, Peter [R-MI-3]
Process start date: 2021-07-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

National Supply Chain Database Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4662.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A national database of US manufacturing capabilities will be created, managed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
  • The database aims to quickly assess the US's ability to produce sufficient critical products, such as medicines or food.
  • Information in the database will be confidential, accessible only to authorized personnel, to protect company data.
  • The act seeks to enhance supply security and reduce the risk of shortages of important products in the market.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Meijer, Peter [R-MI-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Research and Technology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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