The stimulus bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to purchase International Trade Law News has the details: Stimulus Bill Contains Overlooked "Buy American" Provision Covering DHS Uniforms, Body Armor and Textiles.
While a great deal has been written on the "Buy American" provision in the stimulus bill (Section 1605 of H.R. 1) that covers iron, steel, and manufactured goods, it turns out that the bill also contains another "Buy American" provision that applies to uniforms, body armor and other textile products purchased by the Department of Homeland Security....
The provision must be "applied in a manner consistent with United States obligations under international agreements."
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