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Strengthening 'Buy American': More Domestic Products in Government Purchases

This act aims to increase the use of products and services made in the United States for government purchases. This means tax dollars will more often support American businesses and jobs. It also introduces greater transparency in the waiver process, giving citizens insight into when and why the government purchases foreign products.
Key points
The U.S. government will prioritize purchasing products and services made in America, potentially supporting local jobs and the economy.
A public website, BuyAmerican.gov, will be established, allowing anyone to see when and why government agencies waive the domestic purchasing rule.
The waiver process for 'Buy American' rules will be more transparent, with opportunities for public comment before decisions are made.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5395
Sponsor: Rep. Delgado, Antonio [D-NY-19]
Process start date: 2021-09-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

BuyAmerican.gov Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5395.

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 2021-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. government will prioritize purchasing products and services made in America, potentially supporting local jobs and the economy.
  • A public website, BuyAmerican.gov, will be established, allowing anyone to see when and why government agencies waive the domestic purchasing rule.
  • The waiver process for 'Buy American' rules will be more transparent, with opportunities for public comment before decisions are made.
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. Delgado, Antonio [D-NY-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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