Contact Congress about H.R. 4535: MAGA Act

The bill orders a Defense Department study on how many small arms and light weapons used by U.S. service members come from foreign makers or foreign-owned companies. The report, due within 180 days, must recommend ways to buy more of these weapons from fully American-owned manufacturers.

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MAGA Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Latest action on H.R. 4535: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects the Department of Defense and the companies that supply small arms and light weapons to the U.S. military. If future policy follows the report's recommendations, it could also affect American weapons manufacturers, foreign-owned defense companies with U.S. factories, and U.S. service members who rely on these weapons.

Why this matters: Right now, it is not fully clear how many weapons carried by U.S. troops are made by foreign companies or foreign-owned factories. This report would give Congress and the President real data on that question, which could shape future decisions about military purchasing and supply chain security.

Key provisions in H.R. 4535

• The Secretary of Defense must study the small arms, light weapons, and weapon parts used by U.S. troops that are made abroad or by American subsidiaries of foreign-owned companies.
• The study covers both fully foreign-made items and items built in the U.S. by companies controlled by foreign owners.
• The Secretary must send a written report with findings and recommendations to both Congress and the President.
• The report is due within 180 days after the bill becomes law.
• The report must include recommendations for buying weapons that are entirely made in the United States by companies owned and controlled by people based in the U.S.

How Modern Action helps you take action on H.R. 4535

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Questions people ask about H.R. 4535

What is H.R. 4535?

The bill orders a Defense Department study on how many small arms and light weapons used by U.S. service members come from foreign makers or foreign-owned companies. The report, due within 180 days, must recommend ways to buy more of these weapons from fully American-owned manufacturers.

How do I support or oppose H.R. 4535?

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Who should I contact about H.R. 4535?

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