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- H.R.2974
H.R.2974: Keep America Secure Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced July 25, 2003
- Latest Major Action Aug. 15, 2003
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
10 (10 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat)
Bill Summary
Keep America Secure Act - Prohibits the Secretaries of Defense and Homeland Security from purchasing any equipment that contains electronic components that are not manufactured in the United States. Allows the Secretary concerned to waive this prohibition where its application would be inconsistent with the public interest or would result in unreasonable costs to the Department of Defense or Homeland Security.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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Executive Comment Requested from DOD.
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| July 25, 2003 |
Introduced in the House by Louise M. Slaughter (D-N.Y.) |