# Plain Language Summary: Make in America to Sell in America Act of 2021

This bill would require most manufactured goods sold in the United States to contain more than 50 percent American-made content. The government would first identify which products are considered "critical" to America's economy or national security—things like electronics, medical equipment, or industrial materials. Once a product is on that list, companies selling it in the U.S. would need to ensure that more than half of its value comes from American labor, materials, or manufacturing. If a company tries to sell a product that doesn't meet this threshold, they could face penalties of up to $5 million or twice the product's sale price, whichever is larger.

The bill includes some flexibility built in. Small businesses with less than $5 million in annual revenue would be exempt, and used goods wouldn't be affected. The President could also grant temporary waivers for up to three years if a product simply isn't available domestically yet or if building American production would take too long. However, these waivers can't be renewed—they're one-time only. The bill wouldn't take effect for three years after it becomes law, giving companies time to adjust their supply chains.

The core idea behind this legislation is to bring manufacturing jobs back to America and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers, particularly after the COVID-19 pandemic exposed how reliant the U.S. is on other countries for critical goods. Supporters argue this would protect American workers and rebuild domestic industries. Critics might worry it could make some products more expensive for consumers, limit choices, or trigger trade disputes with other countries. The bill would create a new enforcement process where the International Trade Commission investigates complaints and determines whether companies are breaking the rules.

Make in America to Sell in America Act of 2021

Tenney, Claudia

Make in America to Sell in America Act of 2021 This bill requires certain actions to identify critical goods and establish minimum domestic content requirements. Specifically, the bill directs the Department of Commerce to publish an annual report that identifies finished and intermediate goods that are critical for U.S. national security or the protection of the industrial base. Additionally, the bill establishes a minimum domestic content requirement for those covered goods identified in Commerce's report. A covered good may not be introduced for sale in the United States unless the domestic value content of the good is more than 50%, with limited exceptions. The President may waive this requirement under specified circumstances. Further, the bill establishes enforcement provisions, including civil penalties and investigations by the U.S. International Trade Commission.