To waive certain provisions in the case of an emergency declaration under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.
In committeeIntroducedJan 9, 2025
Policy areaEmergency Management
What this bill is intended to do
This bill prohibits the Federal Emergency Management Agency from requiring the application of the Buy American requirements (requirements for the use of goods mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States) with respect to purchases made or contracts issued by Puerto Rico, the District of Columbia, American Samoa, or the U.S. Virgin Islands in the case of an emergency declaration.
Latest action
Jan 10, 2025Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
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