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Read. Follow. Verify.Pennsylvania requires prioritization of American-made supplies in state procurement and establishes an objection process
Last action · March 13, 2025: Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT, March 13, 2025Sponsors: Eric Davanzo and 16 others
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What This Bill Would Do
Pennsylvania requires state purchasing agencies to prioritize American-made supplies in procurement policies and establishes a formal objection process when the Secretary of General Services determines that a supply is not American-made or lacks sufficient quantity.
Changes procurement rules for Commonwealth agencies by requiring the prioritization of goods produced, manufactured, mined, grown, or performed within the United States, affecting vendors and suppliers seeking state contracts.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Commonwealth agency
State agencies must incorporate American-made prioritization into their procurement policies, procedures, and specifications.
Secretary of General Services
The Secretary must make determinations regarding whether supplies are American-made or available in sufficient quantities and transmit notices for publication.
person or business
Suppliers and individuals may file objections and provide evidence regarding supply determinations within 30 days of publication.
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Votes, people, money & the original sourceWhere This Stands
Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
1 action- Mar 13, 2025HouseCommitteeReferred to STATE GOVERNMENT, March 13, 2025
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