HR 2832
Defend American Manufacturing Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 6:41 AM
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Bill overview
The Defend American Manufacturing Act ensures the continued operation of the Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership, a program that provides technical assistance and support to manufacturers across the United States. This act mandates that the Secretary of Commerce, through the National Institute of Standards and Technology, continues to fund and manage the partnership’s centers in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Specifically, the bill strengthens the partnership’s authority by requiring the Director of NIST to ‘shall’ award centers, rather than ‘may,’ ensuring consistent and reliable funding. The bill’s primary focus is on bolstering manufacturing capabilities within the country.
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Sarah [D-DE-At Large] McBride
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