To extend the authority to carry out the Defense Production Act of 1950.
Rep. Palmer Introduces Bill to Extend Defense Production Act Through 2031
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process after being introduced in the House. It has been sent to the House Committee on Financial Services for review. No further actions are scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
The Defense Production Act is a standard tool used by many different leaders for national security. Extensions are usually bipartisan because both parties want the government to have these emergency powers.
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Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
The DPA allows the government to place priority orders with private companies, including small manufacturers. This can bring significant federal contracts to small defense suppliers, but it can also force them to delay commercial orders. The extension maintains this mixed dynamic for six more years.
Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
To extend the authority to carry out the Defense Production Act of 1950.
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