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Military Must Permanently Buy American-Made Stainless Steel Flatware.

This bill permanently requires the Department of Defense to procure stainless steel flatware exclusively from American sources. This measure strengthens existing 'Buy American' rules, ensuring that taxpayer money spent on military supplies directly supports domestic manufacturing jobs and industries. The requirement is an expansion of the existing Berry Amendment procurement rules.
Key points
The US military is now permanently mandated to purchase stainless steel flatware only from American manufacturers.
The goal is to protect and support domestic jobs within the kitchenware manufacturing sector.
This change affects Department of Defense procurement rules and is effective retroactively from October 1, 2023.
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Print number: 118_HR_8163
Sponsor: Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24]
Process start date: 2024-04-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FORKS Made in America Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8163.

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 2024-04-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The US military is now permanently mandated to purchase stainless steel flatware only from American manufacturers.
  • The goal is to protect and support domestic jobs within the kitchenware manufacturing sector.
  • This change affects Department of Defense procurement rules and is effective retroactively from October 1, 2023.
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. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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