H.R. 917 would prohibit the Department of Homeland Security from procuring certain items directly related to the national security unless the items are grown, reprocessed, reused, or produced in the United States.
Detailed Summary
Berry Amendment Extension Act - Prohibits the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from procuring specified covered items directly related to national security interests (including clothing, tents, or natural fiber products) that are not grown, reprocessed, reused, or produced in the United States, except to the extent satisfactory quality and sufficient quantity of any such product cannot be procured as and when needed.
Status of the Legislation
Latest Major Action: 2/23/2007: Referred to House subcommittee. Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Management, Investigations, and Oversight.
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