An American System for America Prosperity
As an example to his countrymen to “Buy American,” George Washington wore a suit of American-made cloth at his inauguration in 1789. “I hope it will not be a great while before it will be … Read More
Senate panel gives first OK to ‘buy American’ mandate for iron, steel in Florida public works
Legislation requiring state and local governments in Florida to exclusively use American-made iron and steel is again forging ahead. The Senate Governmental Oversight and Accountability Committee voted unanimously to advance SB 304, a measure by Bradenton … Read More
What’s the Status of Buy American Requirements for Public Infrastructure Projects?
The Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) requires that “none of the funds made available for a federal financial assistance program for infrastructure, including each applicable program, may be obligated for a project unless all … Read More
First-Ever House Select Committee on China Shows Washington’s Worry
Two weeks ago, the first-ever hearing of the bipartisan House Select Committee on the CCP, the Chinese Communist Party, was held on Capitol Hill. It was a home run. It revealed how worried members of that new committee … Read More
Volkswagen to Build Battery Plant in Canada to Fast-Track Expansion
Volkswagen AG has chosen Canada to build its first battery plant outside Europe in a bid to fast-track an expansion in the key US market. The site, in St. Thomas, Ontario, is slated to start … Read More
Lightning eMotors announces Buy America certification for passenger van
Lightning eMotors has announced that its Class 3 Lightning ZEV3 all-electric passenger van is Buy America certified. This certification, along with Lightning eMotors’s Altoona Testing certification, makes the Lightning ZEV3 fully eligible for funding through … Read More
US Apparel Companies Can’t See a Future Without China
Webmaster note: This article can’t be correct. There are plenty of companies producing profitably in the U.S. “Quitting China isn’t easy, and most progress has been concentrated in industries such as semiconductors that US lawmakers consider vital … Read More
“This Land is Our Land” bill to limit CCP’s ability to buy American farmland
China’s ownership of U.S. agricultural land has increased dramatically over the past decade. At the end of 2020, Chinese entities held more than 338,000 acres of land, a 350% increase from the 75,000 acres they held at … Read More
HOW “DEGLOBALIZATION” IS CHANGING U.S. MANUFACTURING
American companies are taking big steps to bring their operations back from overseas, with mentions of the terms “onshoring, reshoring or nearshoring” up over 1,000% in company earnings releases from 2019 levels. The backdrop of … Read More
Nonprofit seeks to reshore U.S. drug development
St. Louis-based nonprofit Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients Innovation Center @ Cortex (APIIC), which is focused on strengthening the U.S. supply chain for pharmaceutical ingredients, said a $9.5 million grant from Missouri Technology Corp. (MTC) will help fund … Read More
Desperate Times, Desperate Measuring Cups – FTC Brings Enforcement Action for False “Made in USA” Advertising
Despite Instant Brand’s claims that its Pyrex-brand products are “American as apple pie,” the FTC alleges that many of its glass measuring cups were actually manufactured in China from March 2021 to May 2022. As … Read More
GE Plans Over $450 Million Investment in US Manufacturing Facilities
General Electric Co. is opening its wallet to upgrade facilities, purchase new equipment and make other improvements this year in advance of its planned split into two independent companies focused on aerospace and energy. The $450 million … Read More
Trends and Products: American Pride
Consumers continue to gravitate to pet products that describe themselves as being made in the United States. Customers take pride in purchasing products emblazoned with the red, white and blue of the American flag. They also expect food, treats and toys that are U.S.-sourced and American-made … Read More
US Postal Service to Buy 9,250 Electric Vehicles From Ford
In addition to the 9,250 Ford vans, which will be manufactured at a Ford plant in Kansas City, Missouri, the agency said it was awarding contracts to purchase some 14,000 charging stations. The contract marks … Read More
America’s Most Stunning and Powerful Solar Panel is Now Available
Manufactured exclusively in Washington at one of the most advanced facilities of its kind in the United States, Silfab ELITE produces 410 watts of power with a 21.4 percent efficiency rating and carries one of … Read More
Gonzales: Foreign adversaries cannot buy American land near U.S. military bases
America’s adversaries would be prohibited from acquiring American land near United States military bases under legislation recently introduced by U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX). “As our foreign enemies grow more aggressive, protecting our military installations … Read More
Hmmm – When you have to “Buy American” but we don’t make that here any more
This awkward dynamic spilled into public view this month, when the U.S. Department of Transportation denied a request by the nation’s ports to use federal infrastructure funds to purchase imported dock cranes, trucks, boat lifts … Read More
Action Alert: Tell Congress to enforce ‘Build America, Buy America’ infrastructure requirements
A recent poll of registered voters found that 83% believe American taxpayer dollars spent on U.S. infrastructure should be spent on American-made products. Unfortunately, special interests that oppose the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that dictates new … Read More
U.S. Steel reaches deal to supply GM with mini-mill steel
U.S. Steel is investing $3 billion to build a new steel mill in Osceola, Arkansas that will produce electrical and advanced high-strength steels. It’s marketing verdeX steels to manufacturers that are looking to lower their carbon … Read More
‘Buy American’ is a popular slogan, but is it good policy?
The appeal of Buy American is obvious. Beyond being extremely popular with voters, the policy is seen as promoting economic growth by ensuring that tax money spent to build up the country stays in the … Read More
The Pleasure Island of Shein
Shein’s massive success is no accident and not just the result of a more innovative business model. The company’s exponential growth depends on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) trade behavior, America’s De Minimis loophole, and … Read More
ALB RELEASES REPORT AND NEW STRATEGIC PLAN – WYOMING LIVESTOCK ROUNDUP
According to the strategic plan, 52 percent of lamb purchasers are aware of the source of their lamb and 42 percent prefer to buy American lamb. The ALB strategic plan hopes to attain participation in … Read More
CPA Applauds Bipartisan Senate Bill to Blacklist China & Other Foreign Adversaries Buying American Farmland and Agricultural Businesses
The Coalition for a Prosperous America applauded bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) and Jon Tester (D-MT) that would blacklist China, Russia, Iran and North Korea from investing in, purchasing or acquiring … Read More
Airbus used bribery campaigns to export U.S. military technology
When Airbus was found guilty of bribery related to the sale of helicopters, satellites, and commercial aircraft to Libya and Kazakhstan, which mainly occurred between 2006 and 2011, French prosecutors said the settlement agreement was … Read More