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Grants and Loans to Boost Domestic Solar Component Manufacturing and Jobs.

This Act establishes a federal grant and loan program ($600 million annually) for companies building or expanding solar component manufacturing facilities in the U.S. The goal is to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers and secure the domestic supply chain. The program mandates that recipients pay prevailing wages and includes provisions to facilitate labor organization, ensuring high-quality job creation.
Key points
Authorizes $600 million annually (FY 2024-2028) for constructing and upgrading U.S. solar component manufacturing facilities.
Requires federally funded projects to pay prevailing wages (Davis-Bacon Act) and includes labor-management cooperation rules to protect workers' rights and wages.
Prohibits funding for projects linked to forced labor or non-allied foreign nations, enhancing supply chain security.
Aims to create new jobs, prioritizing low-income communities and economically distressed regions.
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Print number: 118_S_1643
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2023-05-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reclaiming the Solar Supply Chain Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1643.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorizes $600 million annually (FY 2024-2028) for constructing and upgrading U.S. solar component manufacturing facilities.
  • Requires federally funded projects to pay prevailing wages (Davis-Bacon Act) and includes labor-management cooperation rules to protect workers' rights and wages.
  • Prohibits funding for projects linked to forced labor or non-allied foreign nations, enhancing supply chain security.
  • Aims to create new jobs, prioritizing low-income communities and economically distressed regions.
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. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

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 2025-12-26.

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