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DemocratBill · H.R. 2832· House(119-HR-2832)

Defend American Manufacturing Act

Rep. Davids
Age: 46 years
Kansas
Introduced
4/10/2025
Last activity
4/10/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Sponsored by
Sharice Davids
Cosponsors
Democrat - 4Republican - 0
Commerce
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Defend American Manufacturing Act," directs the Secretary of Commerce to keep the Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership running. It instructs the Secretary, acting through the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology, to compete, renew, and award centers across all 50 States and Puerto Rico. This process would occur in fiscal year 2025 and every fiscal year thereafter. This direction remains in place unless Congress fails to enact appropriations for the program under the specific heading for Industrial Technology Services. The bill also amends the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act by changing the word "may" to "shall" regarding this program.

Yes· 3 of 6

  • Is this likely to create jobs?+5

    By mandating the continuation of manufacturing extension centers, the bill supports the industrial sector which facilitates job creation.

  • Is this likely to grow the economy?+5

    Strengthening manufacturing capabilities through the Hollings partnership supports long-term industrial economic growth.

  • Would business owners be better off under this?+5

    The mandate ensures continued technical assistance and support for manufacturing businesses across the country.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.