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Support for US Defense Producers: Prioritizing Domestic Goods

This act aims to increase the purchase of products made in the United States for defense purposes. This means the military will rely more on domestic suppliers, potentially supporting local jobs and the economy. It introduces new rules for what is considered a high priority in military procurement.
Key points
The military will prioritize purchases from US producers.
Beef, molybdenum, optical equipment, and tactical vehicle armor, if domestically sourced, are added to the high-priority list.
These changes aim to strengthen the domestic industrial base and supply security for defense.
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Print number: 117_S_2906
Sponsor: Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]
Process start date: 2021-09-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Defense Domestic Producers Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2906.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The military will prioritize purchases from US producers.
  • Beef, molybdenum, optical equipment, and tactical vehicle armor, if domestically sourced, are added to the high-priority list.
  • These changes aim to strengthen the domestic industrial base and supply security for defense.
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. Rounds, Mike [R-SD].

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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