Bill · H.R. 4159· House(119-HR-4159)

To require the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations requiring that optional combat boots worn by members of the Armed Forces wear be made in America, and for other purposes.

Age: 49 years

Illinois

Introduced: 6/26/2025
Last activity: 6/26/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Sponsored by: Nikki Budzinski
Cosponsors: - 6 - 2

Armed Forces and National Security

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill requires the Secretary of Defense to create new regulations regarding optional combat boots worn by members of the Armed Forces. Under these rules, members cannot wear optional combat boots as part of a required uniform unless the boots are entirely manufactured in the United States. The boots must also be made of materials that are grown, reprocessed, reused, or produced within the U.S. Additionally, all components must be manufactured in the U.S. using those same domestic materials. The bill provides for certain exemptions regarding specific needs and medical requirements.

Yes· 3 of 6

Is this likely to create jobs?+5
By mandating domestic manufacturing for combat boots, the bill promotes job growth within the U.S. manufacturing sector.
Would business owners be better off under this?+4
U.S.-based manufacturers and suppliers of footwear and materials will benefit from this requirement.
Would union members be better off under this?+3
The focus on domestic manufacturing may support labor and union-heavy industries.