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Made in America Act: Prioritizing Domestic Materials in Public Investments

This new act mandates that materials used in federally funded infrastructure projects, such as steel, iron, manufactured products, and construction materials, must be produced in the United States. This aims to support American businesses and create jobs, impacting the cost and availability of materials for large public projects.
Key points
Most materials for federally funded infrastructure projects must be produced in the USA.
This covers a wide range of materials, from steel to lumber and concrete.
Exceptions are possible if materials are unavailable in the USA or significantly increase project costs.
The act aims to support American manufacturing and create domestic jobs.
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Print number: 117_S_1094
Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]
Process start date: 2021-04-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Made in America Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1094.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Most materials for federally funded infrastructure projects must be produced in the USA.
  • This covers a wide range of materials, from steel to lumber and concrete.
  • Exceptions are possible if materials are unavailable in the USA or significantly increase project costs.
  • The act aims to support American manufacturing and create domestic jobs.
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 Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Public Investments Economy Transport