To waive certain provisions in the case of an emergency declaration under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.

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Bill Number

HR 6465

Introduced

Apr 7, 2020

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

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Topics

Administrative law and regulatory procedures American Samoa Buy American requirements Disaster relief and insurance District of Columbia Emergency Management Guam Northern Mariana Islands Public contracts and procurement Puerto Rico U.S. territories and protectorates Virgin Islands

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Summary

This bill waives Buy American requirements (requirements for the use of goods mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States) in the case of an emergency declaration, with respect to purchases made or contracts issued by Puerto Rico, the District of Columbia, American Samoa, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Actions

Apr 8, 2020

Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
Apr 7, 2020

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Apr 7, 2020

Introduced in House

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